IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS
!WARNING
WARNING: This appliance is not a toy. Close adult supervision is necessary when used by or near children. Please do not leave this unit unattended with children.
When using electrical appliances, basic safety precautions should always be followed:
•Read all instructions.
•To protect against risk of electrical shock do not put cord, plug or motor in water or other liquid.
•Close supervision is necessary when any appliance is used by or near children.
•Unplug appliance from outlet when not in use, before putting on or taking off parts, and before cleaning.
•Make sure appliance is OFF when not in use, before putting on or taking off parts, and before cleaning.
•Avoid contacting moving parts.
•Do not operate any appliance with a damaged cord or plug or if the appliance malfunctions, or is dropped or damaged
in any manner. Return appliance to Back to Basics for examination, repair or electrical or mechanical adjustment.
•The use of attachments, including canning jars, not recommended by the manufacturer may cause a risk of injury to persons.
•Do not use outdoors.
•Do not let cord hang over edge of table or counter.
•Do not let cord contact hot surface, including the stove.
•Do not use this appliance for other than it’s intended use.
•Keep hands and utensils (other than included stir stick) out
of container while blending to reduce the risk of severe injury to persons or damage to the appliance. A scraper may be used but must be used only when the blender is not running.
•Blades are sharp. Handle carefully.
•To reduce the risk of injury, never place
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