Cuisinart CSB-78 Instruction Booklet page 3

20. Do not use this hand blender for other than intended use
of preparing foods and beverages.
21. Use care when stirring hot liquids, to avoid splattering.
22. To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock, do not operate
any heating appliance beneath the mounted charging
handle unit.
23. Do not mount the storage bracket/unit over or near any
portion of a heating or cooking appliance, or a sink
or wash basin.
24. Unplug the charger handle from the outlet before
attempting any routine cleaning of the charger handle.
25. Do not operate a damaged charger. Have damaged
charger replaced immediately.
26. Do not incinerate the hand blender, even if it is severely
damaged. The batteries can explode in a fire.
27. This product contains nickel cadmium batteries which
must be recycled at the end of the life of the hand blender
and disposed of properly. (See Disposal / Recycling of
Batteries, page 12.) Do not incinerate or compost batteries,
as they will explode at high temperatures.
28. Leaks from battery cells can occur under extreme
conditions. If the liquid, which is a 20-35% solution of
potassium hydroxide, gets on the skin, (1) wash quickly
with soap and water or (2) neutralize with a mild acid such
as lemon juice or vinegar. If the liquid gets into eyes, flush
them immediately with clean water for a minimum of 10
minutes. Seek medical attention.
29. To reduce the risk of injury, never place chopper/grinder
attachment cutting blade on base without first putting prep
bowl properly in place.
30. Be certain the chopper/grinder attachment cover is securely
locked in place before operating appliance. Do not attempt
to remove cover until blade has stopped rotating.
31. Check prep bowl for presence of foreign objects before
using.
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