Important Safeguards - Oster 2619 Instruction Manual

IM PO RTA N T S A FE G U A R D S
When using your appliance, basic safety precautions should always be followed,
including the following:
READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS CAREfULLY BEfORE USING YOUR APPLIANCE.
• Always operate this appliance from power source of the same voltage, frequency and
rating as indicated on the product identification plate.
• DO NOT use with an extension cord.
• DO NOT operate unit with a damaged cord or plug, after the appliance malfunctions
or if it is dropped or damaged in any manner. Return appliance to the nearest Oster
®
Authorized Service Center for examination, repair or electrical or mechanical
adjustment.
• DO NOT twist, kink or wrap the power cord around the appliance as this may cause the
insulation to weaken and split particularly where it enters the unit.
• To protect against risk of electrical shock, DO NOT put unit motor in water or other
liquid. This may cause personal injury and/or damage to the product. DO NOT operate
knife in water or under running water.
• After each operation, allow the unit to cool for 3 minutes before using it again.
• DO NOT process food containing hard objects that cannot be safely broken up by the
blade.
• To protect against fire, DO NOT operate the unit in the presence of explosive and/or
flammable fumes.
• This appliance should not be used in the immediate vicinity of water, such as bathtub,
washbowls, swimming pool, etc., where the likelihood of immersion or splashing could
occur.
• Switch off and unplug from outlet while not in use, before putting on or taking off parts,
before cleaning and when changing blades. Remove by grasping the plug; DO NOT
pull on the cord.
• Avoid contact with moving parts. Keep hands, hair, clothing, as well as spatulas and
other utensils away from blade during operation to reduce the risk of injury to persons
and/or damage to the unit. A spatula or scraper may be used when the appliance is not
in operation.
• When mixing liquids, especially hot liquids, use a tall container or make small quantities
at a time to reduce spillage.
• DO NOT place appliance on or near a hot burner or in a heated oven.
• DO NOT use over a stove or other heat source. When mixing soups or other hot foods
or liquids, remove the saucepan from the heat source before using the unit.
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