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IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS
When using this appliance, basic safety precautions should always be followed, including the
following:
Read all instructions before, and follow whilst using this appliance.
1. To protect against electric shock do not immerse the cord, plug or motor base of unit in water
or any other liquid.
2. Do not use outdoors.
3. Do not use this appliance near bathtubs, showers, basins or other vessels containing water.
4. Do not place on or near any heat sources.
5. This appliance is not intended for use by persons (including children) with reduced physical,
sensory or mental capabilities, or lack of experience and knowledge, unless they have been
given supervision or instruction concerning use of the appliance by a person responsible for
their safety.
6. This appliance is NOT a toy. Children should be supervised to ensure they do NOT play with
the appliance.
7. Do not use on an inclined plane or unstable surface.
8. Keep the appliance and the power cord away from the edge of tables or countertops and out of
reach of children and persons with reduced physical, sensory and mental capacities.
9. Always switch OFF (0) before fitting the bowl to the motor unit and wait till the blades come to a
complete stop before removing the lid from the bowl, or removing the bowl from the motor unit.
10. Always switch OFF (0) and unplug this appliance from the wall power outlet when not in use,
before fitting or removing parts and before cleaning the appliance.
11. To disconnect, turn off the wall power outlet, then grasp and remove the plug. Never pull by the cord.
12. Do not operate the appliance with an empty bowl.
13. Do not put any utensils into the bowl while the appliance is plugged in.
14. Do not attempt to defeat any safety interlock mechanisms.
15.
WARNING:
Do not blend hot liquids. Heated liquids/ingredients may be ejected due to sudden
steaming, creating a possible scalding hazard. For your safety, liquids/ingredients must be cooled
to room temperature before processing.
16.
CAUTION:
Never feed food into the chute by hand. Always use the food pusher.
17. Care must be taken when handling any accessories with sharp edges. Cutting blades are very sharp.
Handle with extreme care and caution when removing from the bowl and during cleaning.
18. Cleaning or user maintenance shall not be carried out by children without the supervision of a person
responsible for their safety.
19. Always clean the appliance after use and follow the instructions when cleaning this appliance.
20. To prevent possible damage to the appliance do not use harsh abrasive or alkaline cleaning agents.
21. Do not operate this appliance with a damaged cord/plug, or after the appliance has been dropped,
damaged or has malfunctioned in any manner. Contact customer service for replacement, examination,
repair or adjustment.
22. There are no user serviceable parts. If the power cord or appliance is damaged, it must be repaired or
replaced by the manufacturer or a similarly qualified person in order to avoid hazard.
23. The use of attachments/accessories not recommended by the appliance manufacturer may cause
injuries or damage to the appliance and void warranty.
24. Don’t run the motor continuously for more than 1 minute, it may overheat. After 1 minute switch off for
at least 2 minutes to allow the motor to cool down.
25. Misuse of the appliance may cause injury.
26. Do not leave the appliance unattended when in use.
27. Do not use appliance for other than its intended purpose.
