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Shock Hazard
•Do not immerse this appliance in water or other liquid.
•If the plug on this appliance does not fit in your outlet:
-Do not modify the plug.
-Do not use an adaptor.
-Have an electrician replace the obsolete outlet.
IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS
When using electrical appliances, basic safety precautions should always be followed, including the following:
1.Read all instructions thoroughly before using the appliance.
2.Do not touch hot surfaces or hot water. Use handles or knobs. Care must be taken as burns can occur from touching hot parts or from spilled hot liquid.
3.To protect against fire, electric shock and personal injury do not immerse cord, plugs, power base or electric kettle in water or other liquid.
4.Close supervision is necessary when any appliance is used by or near children.
5.Electric kettle must be operated on a flat surface away from the edge of counter to prevent accidental tipping.
6.Do not operate any appliance with a damaged cord or plug, or after the appliance malfunctions or is dropped or damaged in any manner. Call our
7.Do not use for other than heating water. Other liquids or food will contaminate the interior and void warranty.
8.Do not use outdoors.
9.Do not let cord hang over edge of table or counter, or touch hot surfaces, including the stove.
10.Unplug from outlet when not in use and before cleaning. Allow to cool before putting on or taking off parts, and before cleaning the appliance.
11.Scalding may occur if the lid is removed during heating cycles.
12.Do not allow kettle to boil dry.
13.To avoid possible steam damage, turn spout away from walls or cabinets during use; use protective pad under kettle to prevent damage to wood finishes.
14.To avoid circuit overload, do not operate another high wattage appliance on the same circuit.
15.Do not place electric kettle on or near a hot gas or electric burner or in a heated oven.
16.To disconnect electric kettle, turn kettle “off” and remove plug from wall outlet. Never pull on cord as this may damage the cord and eventually cause electric shock.
17.WARNING: To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock, do not remove the bottom cover. No user serviceable parts are inside. Repair should be done by authorized service personnel only.
18.Do not use appliance for other than intended use.
19.The use of accessory attachments not recommended by Hamilton
20.Be sure the lid is securely snapped in place before turning kettle on and during use. Allow to cool before removing lid. To remove lid lift straight up.
21.Always use handle when pouring or to carry kettle.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
OTHER CONSUMER SAFETY INFORMATION
This appliance is intended for household use only.
To avoid an electrical circuit overload, do not operate another high wattage appliance on the same circuit with the kettle.
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