Important safeguards – West Bend Back to Basics Coffeemaker User Manual
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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:
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Read all instructions, including these important safeguards and the care and use
instructions in this manual.
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To protect against fire, electric shock and injury to persons, do not immerse
cord, plugs, or other electric parts in water or other liquids.
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Close supervision is necessary when this appliance is used by or near children.
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Always unplug the appliance from outlet when not in use and before cleaning.
Allow to cool before putting on or taking off parts and before cleaning.
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Avoid contacting moving parts.
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Do not operate this appliance with a damaged cord or plug, after the appliance
malfunctions or if the appliance is dropped or damaged in any manner. If you
experience any problems with your machine, unplug it immediately from the
electrical outlet. For service information see warranty page.
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The use of accessory attachments not recommended by Focus Electrics may
result in fire, electric shock, or injury to persons.
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Do not use this appliance outdoors.
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Do not let cord hang over the edge of a table or counter, or touch hot surfaces.
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Do not let the cord come into contact with hot surfaces, including a stove.
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Keep hands and utensils out of container to reduce the risk of injury to persons
or damage to the appliance.
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Never add to container while the appliance is operating.
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The container must be properly in place before operating the appliance.
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Do not use appliance for other than intended use.
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This appliance has a polarized plug (one blade is wider than the other). To
reduce the risk of electric shock, this plug is intended to fit into a polarized outlet
only one way. If the plug does not fit fully into the outlet, reverse the plug. If it
still does not fit, contact a qualified electrician. Do not attempt to modify the plug
in any way.
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For household use only
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