West Bend L5696 - Manual (Page 2)

IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS
To prevent personal injury or property damage, read and follow all instructions
and warnings.
When using electrical appliances, basic safety precautions should always be
followed including the following:
• Read all instructions, including these important safeguards and the care and use
instructions in this manual.
• Do not use appliance for other than intended use.
• The use of accessory attachments, including canning jars, not recommended by
Focus Electrics may cause injuries.
• Do not operate if the blender is not working properly or if it has been damaged in
any manner. For service information see warranty page.
• Do not leave unit unattended while plugged into an electrical outlet.
• Keep hands and utensils out of the mixing jar while blending to reduce the risk of
severe injury to persons or damage to the blender. A scraper may be used but
must be used only when the blender is unplugged and not in operation.
• Do not attempt to repair this appliance yourself.
• For household use only.
To prevent personal injuries, read and follow all instructions and warnings.
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PERATING
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RECAUTIONS
• Blades are sharp. Use extreme caution during assembly, while operating,
disassembly and cleaning.
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Do not use if blades are broken, cracked or loose.
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Always operate blender with lid in place.
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Always hold mixing jar while processing for stability.
• Do not leave blender unattended while it is operating.
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Do not remove mixing jar from base until the motor has stopped completely.
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Do not use a cracked, chipped or broken mixing jar.
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When blending hot liquids, remove lid cap.
• Avoid contacting moving parts.
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To reduce the risk of injury, never place cutting assembly blades on motor base
without mixing jar properly attached.
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Do not use this appliance on the stovetop, under broiler, in the oven, in the
refrigerator or freezer.
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