ADDITIONAL IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS
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.If this appliance falls or accidentally becomes immersed in water, unplug it from the wall outlet immediately. Do not reach into the water!
3.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.
4.To reduce the risk of fire, do not leave this appliance unattended during use.
5.If this appliance begins to malfunction during use, immediately unplug the cord. Do not use or attempt to repair the malfunctioning appliance!
6.The cord to this appliance should only be plugged into a 120V AC electrical wall outlet.
7.Do not use this appliance in an unstable position.
8.Do not use the Food Steamer if the Drip Tray or Steamer Base, or if any Steamer Basket is cracked or damaged.
9.Make sure the Food Steamer is unplugged and the steaming water has cooled before transporting or cleaning.
10.Never plug the Food Steamer in until you place the Steam Ring into position around the Heating Element. Next, fill the Steamer Base with water and then place the Drip Tray inside the Steamer Base.
11.To avoid burns, keep hands and face clear of the Lid’s steam holes during cooking.
WARNING: Steam is hot and can cause burns. Keep hands and face away from steam holes in the Lid. Use protective oven mitts to remove Steamer Baskets from the Base and to lift the Lid. When removing the Lid after steaming, always tilt Lid away from your face to avoid burns caused from steam.
12.The Steamer Base and components are not for use in ovens (microwave, convection or conventional) or on a
CAUTION: While steaming, make sure the Food Steamer is placed in a secure area that will not be bumped or pushed or disturbed in any manner.
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