SAFETY PRECAUTIONS

WARNING

TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE, ELECTRICAL SHOCK, OR INJURY WHEN USING YOUR PORTABLE ICE MAKER, FOLLOW THESE BASIC PRECAUTIONS:

Read all instructions before using the appliance

Never clean appliance parts with flammable fluids. The fumes can create a fire hazard. Do not use an exces- sively wet cloth, industrial solvents, and oil-based products to clean this appliance

Do not store or use gasoline or any other flammable vapors and liquids in the vicinity of this or any other appli- ance. The fumes can create a fire hazard

Do not abuse, sit on, or stand on the appliance

This appliance is not intended for use by persons (including children with reduced physical, sensory or mental capabilities, or lack of experience and knowledge, unless they have been given supervision or instruction con- cerning use of the appliance by a person responsible for their safety

Children should be supervised to ensure that they do not play with the appliance

If the power cord is damaged, it must be replaced by the manufacturer or its service agent or a similarly quali- fied person in order to avoid a hazard

Use the portable ice maker only for its intended function. This appliance is designed for household, non- commercial use only. Any other use will void the warranty

To avoid the risk of shock, the product should never be used in bathrooms, shower rooms, or in any other steamy or wet areas

During installation, the power supply must not be excessively or dangerously bent or flattened

Do not tamper with controls

Make sure the power plug is placed fully and firm into the wall socket. If the wall receptacle you intend to use is not adequately grounded or protected by a time delay fuse or circuit breaker, have a qualified electrician install an outlet that is appropriate to local electrical codes and requirements

Do not use multiple socket or of an extension cord as it may overheat and become a risk of fire

Make sure the power plug is clean before usage

Do not turn this appliance on and off by plugging and unplugging. Always use the ON/OFF switch

After turning the appliance off, please take the power plug out of the socket

Make sure hands are dry when connecting the power plug. The appliance is equipped with a three-prong grounded power plug on the power cord for your protection. Never modify, remove or attempt to repair the power plug yourself

Do not repair, disassemble and/or modify the appliance by yourself

Transport the appliance in an upright position only, or leave it in an upright position for at least 4 hours before first use

When positioning or moving the appliance ensure that it is not turned upside down or greater than 45° or more off level.

This appliance must be installed in an area protected from the element, such as wind, rain, water spray or drips

When using this appliance in confined spaces, such as closets, be sure to allow proper ventilation to prevent overheating and fire. Allow at least 5” of air space on all sides of the appliance for good air

Always place the appliance on even and hard and level surface that can support the unit when it is full

Ensure objects are not obstructing the air vent

Never insert your fingers or other objects into the air outlets

This appliance must be earthed

The wires in this mains lead are colored in accordance with the following code:

Green or Green with a strip yellow: Grounding

White: Neutral

Black: Live

THE MANUFACTURER DISCLAIMS ANY RESPONSIBILITY IF THE ABOVE INSTRUCTIONS ARE NOT

FOLLOWED

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Whynter #:IMC490SS instruction manual Safety Precautions