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IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS
When using electrical appliances, basic safety precautions
should always be followed, including the following:
1. Do not touch hot surfaces. Use potholders when removing
cover or handling hot containers to avoid steam burns.
2. To protect against electrical shock, do not immerse cord,
plug or base unit in water or other liquids.
3. Close supervision is necessary when any appliance is used by
or near children.
4. Unplug from outlet when not in use. Unplug before putting on
or taking off parts, and allow to cool before cleaning.
5. Do not operate any appliance with a damaged cord or plug,
or after the appliance malfunctions or has been damaged in
any manner. Return appliance to an authorized RIVAL
®
Brand
Service Center for examination, repair or adjustment.
6. Do not use outdoors.
7. Do not let cord hang over edge of table or counter,
or touch hot surfaces.
8. Do not operate appliance while empty or without water
in the reservoir.
9. Do not place on or near a hot gas or electric burner,
or in a heated oven.
10. Extreme caution must be used when moving an appliance
containing hot food or water or other hot liquids.
11. Do not use appliance for other than intended use.
12. Lift and open cover carefully to avoid SCALDING and allow
water to drip into steamer.
13. The use of accessory attachments not recommended by this
appliance manufacturer may cause hazards.
