Hamilton Beach 76500 manual Important Safeguards, Parts and Features

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IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS

When using electric appliances, basic safety precautions should always be followed, including the following:

1.Read all instructions.

2.To protect against risk of electrical shock, do not put unit, cord, plug, or charger in water or other liquid.

3.Close supervision is necessary when any appliance is used by or near children.

4.Use only with the charger provided with the appliance. Do not attempt to use this charger with any other products. Likewise, do not attempt to charge this appliance with any other charger.

5.Do not incinerate this appliance even if it is severely damaged. The batteries can explode in fire.

6.Do not operate in the presence of explosives and/or flammable fumes or liquids.

7.Avoid contact with moving parts.

8.Do not operate with any appliance with a damaged electrical cord, plug, or charger or after the appliance malfunctions or is dropped or damaged in any manner. Call our toll-free customer service number for information on examination, repair or adjustment.

9.The use of attachments not recommended or sold by the appliance manufacturer may cause fire, electric shock or injury.

10.Do not use outdoors.

11.Do not use an extension cord. Plug charger directly into an electric outlet.

12.Do not let cord of charger hang over edge of table or counter, or touch hot surfaces.

13.Do not place on or near a hot gas or electric burner, or in a heated oven.

14.Do not open pressurized (aerosol-type) cans.

15.Do not open cans of flammable liquids such as lighter fluid.

16.Do not use appliance for other than intended use.

17.Unplug the charger from the power outlet when not in use, or before attempting any routine cleaning of the charger.

18.This product contains nickel-cadmium batteries, which must be recycled or disposed of properly at the end of the life of the appliance (see section on battery removal and disposal). Do not incinerate or compost batteries, as they will explode in high temperatures.

19.Under extreme conditions, leaks of batteries can occur. If the battery liquid gets on the skin, wash quickly with soap and water or neutralize area with lemon juice, vinegar or other mild acid. If the liquid gets into the eyes, immediately flush them with clean water for a minimum of 10 minutes. Seek medical attention as soon as possible.

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Parts and Features

1. Piercing Lever

2. Can Opener Body

3. Can Guide

4. Charger

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