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ADDITIONAL IMPORTANTSAFEGUARDS
CAUTION HOT SURFACES: This appliance generates heat and
escaping steam during use. Proper precautions must be taken
to prevent the risk of burns, fires or other injury to persons or
damage to property.
1. A person who has not read and understood all operating and
safety instructions is not qualified to operate this appliance. All
users of this appliance must read and understand this Owner’s
Manual before operating or cleaning this appliance.
2. Unplug from outlet when not in use and before cleaning. To
avoid electric shock, never immerse or rinse this appliance in
water or any other liquid.
3. If this appliance falls or accidentally becomes immersed in
water, unplug it from the wall outlet immediately. Do not reach
into the water!
4. When using this appliance, provide adequate air space above
and on all sides for air circulation. Do not operate this appliance
while it is touching or near curtains, wall coverings, clothing,
dishtowels or other flammable materials.
5. To reduce the risk of fire, do not leave this appliance
unattended during use.
6. If this appliance begins to malfunction during use, immediately
unplug the cord. Do not use or attempt to repair the mal-
functioning appliance!
7. The cord to this appliance should only be plugged into a 120V
AC electrical outlet.
8. Do not use this appliance in an unstable position.
9. Do not use the Inner Pot or Stainless Steel Lid if dented, bent,
or damaged.
10. Do not use the WARM Mode to reheat cold rice or other foods.
11. Avoid electric shock by unplugging the Rice Cooker before
washing or adding water.
12. 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 Inner Pot and Stainless Steel Lid.
13. Never use the Inner Pot on a gas or electric cooktop or on an
open flame.
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