Oster 6544 Instruction Manual page 2

IMporTanT sa Fe GU ard s
When using your toaster, basic safety precautions should always be followed, including
the following:
READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING YOUR TOASTER.
1. Unplug toaster from outlet when not in use and before cleaning. Allow to cool before
putting on or taking off parts.
DO NOT touch hot surfaces
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knobs.
3. To prevent electric shock, unplug before cleaning.
4. To protect against electrical hazards, do not immerse cord, plug or toaster in water
or other liquids.
DO NOT let cord hang over edge of table or counter or touch hot surfaces.
5.
6. Never leave appliance unattended when in use.
7. Young children or incapacitated persons should not use this appliance. Supervise
older children closely.
DO NOT operate or place the toaster on non-heat-resistant or flammable surfaces,
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on or near a hot gas or electric burner or in a heated oven or microwave oven.
9. To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock, do not insert utensils or foil-covered or
oversized foods into the toaster or fingers or metallic utensils into slots when the
toaster is plugged in.
10. DO NOT attempt to dislodge food when toaster is plugged in.
11. Do not use foods that will drip coatings or fillings when heated. Such accumulations
inside the toaster create unsanitary conditions and the possibility of fire or toaster
malfunction. Clean out accumulated crumbs frequently to avoid risk of fire or toaster
malfunction. DO NOT operate the toaster without the crumb tray being replaced in
its correct position.
12. DO NOT operate any appliance with a damaged cord or plug or after the appliance
has malfunctioned or has been damaged in any manner. Return the toaster to the
nearest Authorized Oster
trical or mechanical adjustment.
13. DO NOT use the toaster outdoors or for commercial purposes; this appliance is for
household use only.
14. Use this appliance only for its intended use as described in this manual. DO NOT
use attachments that are not recommended by the manufacturer; they may cause
injury.
15. A fire may occur if toaster is covered, touching, near or below flammable material,
including curtains, draperies, walls and the like when in operation.
16. Toast lift lever must be in the normal up position before attaching or disconnecting
the plug from the wall outlet.
17. This appliance is not intended for use by persons (including children) with reduced-
physical, sensory or mental capabilities, or lack of experience and knowledge, un-
less they have been given supervision or instruction concerning use of the appliance
by a person responsible for their safety. Children should be supervised to ensure
that they do not play with the appliance.
18. Close supervision is necessary when any appliance is used by or near children, or
incapacitated individuals.
19. This appliance is not intended to be operated by means of an external timer or
separate remote-control system.
20. This appliance is intended to be used in household and similar applications such as:
staff kitchen areas in shops, offices and other working environments farm houses by
clients in hotels, motels and other residential type environments bed and breakfast
type environments.
. Metal parts can become hot. Use handles or
Appliance Service Center for examination, repair or elec-
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