IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS
When using electrical appliances, basic safety precautions should always be followed, including the following:
1.Read all the instructions before using the blender.
2.Plug into a grounded outlet.
3.Do not remove the ground pin on your power cord.
4.Do not use an adapter.
5.Do not use an extension cord.
6.To protect against risk of electrical shock, do not put the blender in water or other liquid.
7.This appliance is not intended for use by persons (including children) with reduced physical, sensory or mental capabilities, or lack of experience and knowledge, unless they have been given supervision or instruction concerning use of the appliance by a person responsible for their safety. Children should be supervised to ensure they do not play with the appliance.
8.Unplug from outlet when not in use, before putting on or taking off parts, and before cleaning.
9.Avoid contact with moving parts, especially blades.
10.Do not operate any appliance with a damaged cord or plug or after the appliance malfunctions, or is dropped or damaged in any manner. Return appliance to the nearest authorized service facility for examination/repair/electrical or mechanical adjustment, or contact your distributor.
11.Caution: Keep hands and utensils out of container while blending to reduce the risk of severe injury to persons or damage to the blender. If scraping, folding, etc. If necessary, turn off and unplug the blender, and use a rubber spatula only.
12.Warning; Blades are sharp. Handle carefully.
13.To reduce personal injury, never place cutting blades on base without jar properly attached.
14.Screw on locking ring firmly. Injury can result if moving blades accidentally become exposed.
15.Always operate blender with lid in place.
16.WARNIING: When blending hot liquids, place a hand towel over the cover. Do not fill blender container beyond 2/3 full. Always begin processing at the lowest speed setting. Keep hands, arms and face away from the feeder cup opening to prevent possible burns.
17.Do not use outdoors.
18.Do not let cord hang over edge of table or counter, or touch hot surfaces.
19.Do not leave blender unattended while it is operating.
20.The use of attachments not approved by Excalibur may cause injuries.
21.The capacity may be substantially less than normal with thick mixtures. Do not overfill.
22.Inspect the container assembly daily. Do not use a broken, chipped or cracked container. Check cutter for wear, nicks or broken blades.
23.This appliance is intended for short period of operation, with an average rated operating time of approximately 3 minutes.
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