Important Safeguards; Grounded Plug - Omega PROFORCE PERFORMANCE OMSMBL User Manual

IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS

IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS
When using electrical appliances, basic safety precautions should always be followed to
reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, and/or injury to persons including the following:
1. Read all instructions before using this product.
2. To protect against electric shock, do not place or immerse cord, plugs, or appliance in water
or other liquid.
3. This appliance is not intended for use by children or by persons with reduced physical,
sensory, or mental capabilities, or lack of experience and knowledge. Close supervision
is necessary when any appliance is used near children. Children should be supervised to
ensure that they do not play with the appliance. Keep the appliance and its cord out of
reach of children.
4. Never leave appliance unattended when in use.
5. Turn the appliance OFF, then unplug from outlet when not in use, before putting on or taking
off parts and before cleaning. Allow to cool before putting on or taking off parts, and before
cleaning. To disconnect, turn any control to OFF, then unplug power cord from outlet. To
unplug, grasp the plug and pull from the outlet. Never pull from the power cord.
6. Avoid contacting moving parts.
7. Do not operate any appliance with a damaged cord or plug or after the appliance
malfunctions, or has been damaged in any manner. Do not attempt to replace or splice
a damaged cord. Return appliance to the manufacturer (see warranty) for examination,
repair or adjustment.
8. The use of attachments, including canning jars, not recommended or sold by the
manufacturer may cause fire, electric shock or injury.
9. Do not use outdoors.
10. Do not let cord hang over edge of table or counter, or touch hot surfaces, including the stove.
11. Keep hands and utensils out of container while blending to reduce the risk of severe injury to
persons or damage to the blender. A scraper may be used but must be used only when the
blender is not running.
12. Blades are sharp. Handle carefully, especially when removing the blades from the container,
emptying the container and during cleaning.
13. To reduce the risk of injury, never place cutter-assembly blades on base without jar properly
attached.
14. Always hold container while operating the appliance. If the container should turn when
the motor is turned ON, switch appliance OFF immediately and tighten the container in the
threaded bottom.
15. Always operate blender with cover in place. Always wait until all moving parts have stopped
before removing any lid or cover.
16. When blending hot liquids, remove center piece of two-piece cover (if a two-piece cover is
provided). Beware of steam. Do not blend boiling liquids.
17. Do not use appliance for other than intended use. Misuse can cause injuries. Always use
appliance on a dry, stable, level surface. Never fill beyond the MAX fill line.
18. For containers with no lids or vents (when inserted in the blender), such as personal Blend
and Go containers: Risk of thermal burn injury due to excessive pressure in the container. Do
not blend hot liquids.
19. Do not blend carbonated, hot or boiling liquids and ingredients, as this may create pressure
buildup. Only blend non-carbonated liquids and ingredients that are at room temperature
or cooler. If the container is warm to the touch, allow to cool before opening.
20. Do not use the blender with blending jar (64oz) for longer than 3 minutes at a time to avoid
heat and pressure buildup. Allow to cool for 1 minute between cycles.
21. Do not use the travel cup to blend for longer than 45 seconds at a time to avoid heat and
pressure buildup.
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HOUSEHOLD AND COMMERCIAL USE

GROUNDED PLUG

North American models with grounded plugs:
GROUNDED PLUG
To reduce the risk of electric shock, this appliance
has a grounding type cord and plug that has a third
grounding pin (3-prong plug). The plug must be
plugged into an outlet that is properly installed and
Grounding Pin –––––– grounded in accordance with all local codes and
ordinances. If the plug does not fit into the outlet or if in
doubt as to whether the outlet is properly grounded, contact a qualified electrician to
install the proper outlet. Do not alter the plug in any way.
POWER CORD INSTRUCTIONS:
A short power-supply cord or detachable power-supply cord is provided to reduce risks
resulting from becoming entangled in or tripping over a longer cord. Longer detachable
power-supply cords or extension cords are available and may be used if care is exercised in
their use. If a long detachable power-supply cord or extension cord is used:
a. The marked electrical rating of the cord set or extension cord should be at least as
great as the electrical rating of the appliance;
b. The cord should be arranged so that it will not drape over the countertop or tabletop
where it can be pulled on by children or tripped over unintentionally; and
c. If the appliance is of the grounded type, the cord set or extension cord should be a
grounding type 3-wire cord.
Do not pull, twist or otherwise abuse the power cord.
Do not wrap the power cord around the main body of the appliance during or after use.
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