Additional Important Safeguards, Know Your Rice Cooker

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ADDITIONAL IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS

•CAUTION: This appliance generates heat and escaping steam during use. Proper precautions must be taken to prevent risk of burns, fires or other damage to persons or property.

•All users of this appliance must read and understand this OWNER’S MANUAL before operating or cleaning this appliance.

•The cord of this appliance should be plugged into a 120 volt AC electrical outlet only.

•When using this appliance, provide adequate air space above and on all sides for air circulation. Do not allow this appliance to touch curtains, wall coverings, clothing, dishtowels or other flammable materials during use.

•Do not leave appliance unattended during use.

•This appliance generates steam. Do not operate uncovered.

•If this appliance begins to malfunction during use, immediately unplug the cord. Do not use or attempt to repair the malfunctioning appliance. Do not use the INNER POT or LID if cracked or chipped.

•This appliance is for household use only.

•Unplug the rice cooker when not in use.

•Use the rice cooker on a hard, flat surface. Do not place near heat, an open flame or on a soft surface (such as carpeting). Avoid placing it where it may tip over during use. Dropping the rice cooker may cause it to malfunction.

•Avoid electrical shock by unplugging before washing or adding water.

•To avoid burns, stay clear of the steam vent during cooking. Also, wait for the rice cooker to cool down completely before touching or cleaning the LID, INNER POT or heating plate.

•Never use the INNER POT on a gas or electric cooktop or an open flame.

•Do not leave the rice ladle or MEASURING CUP in the INNER POT while unit is on and in use.

•Please use measuring cup that was provided in the rice cooker. A standard measuring cup SHOULD NOT BE USED.