Important Safeguards

13. Extreme caution must be used when moving the appliance containing hot oils or other liquids.

14. Do not touch, cover or obstruct the steam valve on the top of the rice cooker as it is extremely hot and may cause scalding.

15. Use only with a 120V AC power outlet.

16. Always unplug from the base of the wall outlet. Never pull on the cord.

17. The rice cooker should be operated on a separate electrical circuit from other operating appliances. If the electric circuit is overloaded with other appliances, this appliance may not operate properly.

18. Always make sure the outside of the inner cooking pot is dry prior to use. If cooking pot is returned to cooker when wet, it may damage or cause the product to malfunction.

19. Use extreme caution when opening the lid during or after cooking. Hot steam will escape and could cause burns.

20. The rice should not be left in the rice pot with the keep warm function on for more than 24 hours.

21. To prevent damage or deformation, do not use the inner pot on a stovetop or burner.

22. To disconnect, turn any control to "off", then remove plug from wall outlet.

23. To reduce the risk of electric shock, cook only in removable container.

Basic safety precautions should always be followed when using electrical appliances, including the following:

1. Important: Read all instructions carefully before first use.

2. Do not touch hot surfaces. Use handles or knobs

3. Use only on a level, dry, and heat- resistant surface.

4. To protect against electrical shock, do not immerse cord, plug or the appliance in water or any other liquid.

5. Close supervision is necessary when the appliance is used by or near children.

6. Unplug from outlet when not in use and before cleaning. Allow unit to cool before putting on or taking off parts, and before cleaning the appliance.

7. Do not operate any appliance with a damaged cord or plug or after the appliance malfunctions or has been damaged in any manner. Return the appliance to the nearest authorized service facility for examination, repair or adjustment.

8. The use of accessory attachments not recommended by the appliance manufacturer may result in fire, electric shock or injury.

9. Do not use outdoors.

10. Do not let cord touch hot surfaces or hang over the edge of a counter or table.

11. Do not place on or near a hot burner or in a heated oven.

12. Do not use the appliance for other than its intended use.

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