Black & Decker MGD550 - Manual (Page 2)

IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS
When using electrical appliances, in order to reduce the risk of fire,
electric shock, and/or injury, basic safety precautions should always be
followed, including the following:
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■ Do not touch hot surfaces or hot water. Use handles or knobs. Care
must be taken as burns can occur from touching spilled hot liquids.
■ To protect against fire, electric shock or injury, do not place cord, plug,
or base in water or other liquid.
■ To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock, do not remove bottom cover
from base. There are no user-serviceable parts inside. Repair should be
done by authorized service personnel only.
■ Close supervision is necessary when any appliance is used by or
near children.
■ Kettle must be operated on a flat surface away from the edge of
counter to prevent accidental tipping.
■ To protect against electric shock, ALWAYS unplug from outlet when
not in use, and before cleaning. To prevent burns, allow to cool
before cleaning.
■ Do not operate dry. Do not use for other than heating water. Other
foods or liquids will contaminate the interior and void the warranty.
■ To disconnect, remove plug from outlet. Do not yank on cord as it may
damage cord and eventually cause electric shock.
■ Do not operate any appliance with a damaged cord or plug or after the
appliance malfunctions or is dropped or damaged in any manner. If the
product requires attention within the warranty period, call the toll-free
number listed on the cover of this manual for information on
examination, repair, or electrical or mechanical adjustment.
■ To avoid an electrical overload, do not operate another high-wattage
appliance on the same circuit.
■ The use of an accessory attachment not approved by the manufacturer
may result in fire, electric shock or injury.
■ Do not use outdoors.
■ Do not let cord hang over edge of table or counter or touch
hot surfaces.
■ Do not fill the kettle while it is seated on the power Base. Be sure to
unplug it before it boils dry. Never operate the kettle dry.
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