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Inspection and repairs
•Before use, check the appliance for damaged or defective parts. Check for breakage of parts, damage to switches and any other conditions that may affect its operation.
•Do not use the appliance if any part is damaged or defective.
•Do not attempt to repair the appliance yourself, instead have any damaged or defective parts repaired or replaced by an authorised repair agent.
•Before use, check the power supply cord for signs of damage, ageing and wear.
•Do not use the appliance if the power supply cord or mains plug is damaged or defective.
•Never attempt to remove or replace any parts other than those specified in this manual.
Electrical safety
This product must be earthed. Always check that the power
supply corresponds to the voltage on the rating plate.
If the supply cord is damaged, it must be replaced by the manufacturer or an authorised Black & Decker Service Centre in order to avoid a hazard.
To avoid the risk of electric shock, do not immerse the cord, plug or appliance in water or other liquid.
Extension cables & class 1 product
If an extension lead is required a 3 core cable must be used as your appliance is earthed and of class 1 construction.
•Up to 30m (100ft) can be used without loss of power.
•Power plugs must match the outlet. never modify the plug in anyway. Do not use any adapter plugs with earthed (Class 1) appliances. Unmodified plugs and matching outlets will reduce the risk of electric shock.
Specific safety requirements for
Rice Cookers
•Do not interfere with the automatic action of the control lever (I) by preventing it from switching to the warm mode.
•Steam can escape from the unit when the accessories or lid (B) is removed.
•Exercise caution when handling the rice cooker as the cooking bowl (C ) and accessories get hot during use. These may remain hot for some time after use.
•To prevent damaging the non stick coating on the cooking bowl always use the plastic rice spoon (N) or other rubber or wood utensils.
•If water is accidently spilled in the outer bowl area remove the power cord from the supply and dry. If water has entered the unit allow it to dry thoroughly before using the cooker again.
•Always ensure that the heating plate (E) and the bottom of the cooking bowl are free from spilled particles before cooking.
•Keep the heating plate clean and free from any foreign particles. Always keep the unit clean.
•Always carry the rice cooker using the side handles (L).
•Do not switch the unit on without having inserted the cooking bowl
•Do not use the rice cooker for deep frying food and do not let any part of the rice cooker come into contact with hot oil.
•Do not place on or near a hot gas or electric burner or in a heated oven.
•Do not obstruct the steam vent with any article, for example a piece of cloth, during the operation.
