ROWENTA Toaster - Manual (Page 8)

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SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS (for USA and Canada only) ENG
IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS
When using electrical appliances, basic safety precautions should always be followed :
1 Read all instructions.
2 Never leave toaster unattended during use.
3 Keep out of reach of children.
4 Close supervision is necessary when the toaster is used by or near children.
5 Do not touch the metal parts or hot surfaces of the appliance when it is working.
Use handles or knobs.
6 To protect against electrical shock do not immerse cord, plugs, or appliance in
water or other liquids.
7 Unplug from outlet when not in use and before cleaning. Allow to cool down
before cleaning and before putting on or taking off parts.
8 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 approved Service Center for examination, repair, or
adjustment, in order to avoid any risk of danger.
9 The use of accessory attachments are not recommended by the appliance
manufacturer as they may cause injuries.
10 Do not let cord hang over edge of table counter or come in contact with hot
surfaces.
11 Do not place on or near a gas or electric burner or near a heated oven.
12 Control lever must be in the “Up” position before attaching or disconnecting the
plug from wall outlet.
13 Oversized foods, metal foil packages, or utensils must not be inserted in a
toaster as they may cause an electric shock or fire.
14 Do not try to toast very thick slices of bread that could block the toasting
mechanism.
15 If bread jams in the slots after toasting and the elements do not switch off,
disconnect the plug immediately from the wall socket and wait for the appliance to
cool before attempting to remove the bread. Do not attempt to dislodge food when
toaster is plugged in.
16 Do not cover this appliance while in use.
17 Do not put paper towels, cardboard or plastic in, on or under the toaster.
18 There is a fire risk if the toaster is “covered” by, in contact with, close to or
beneath flammable materials like curtains, drapes or wood.
19 Do not use outdoors. Avoid humid environments.
20 Do not use this appliance as source of heating or drying.
21 Do not use the toaster for cooking, grilling or de-frosting frozen foods other than
bread products.
22 Do not use the toaster for toasting bread and re-heating pastries/croissants at the
same time.
23 The toaster must always be used in the upright position (not on its side or tilted
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