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IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS
When using this appliance, basic safety precautions should always be followed,
including the following:
Read all instructions before, and follow whilst using this appliance.
1. To protect against electrical hazards, do not immerse the appliance
housing in water or any liquid.
2. Do not use it in a bathroom or near any source of water.
3. Do not use outdoors.
4. 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 concerning use of the
appliance by a person responsible for their safety.
5. This appliance is NOT a toy. Children should be supervised to ensure they do NOT
play with this appliance.
6. Always follow the instructions when using this appliance.
7. WARNING: Cook only in the cooking pot. DO NOT add ingredients directly into
the interior of the appliance housing. Doing so may result in personal injury from
electric shock and/or damage to the appliance.
8. The temperature of accessible surfaces/parts may become very hot when the
appliance is operating and may remain hot for some time after the appliance has
been switched off.
9. To avoid the possibility of scalding, keep clear of steam escaping around the lid
area. Use oven gloves or similar protection when opening the lid.
10. Do not touch any surfaces until the appliance has fully cooled.
11. Do not use the slow cooker function to re-heat food that has already been cooked.
12. WARNING: Dried beans (e.g. red kidney beans) must be boiled for at least 10
minutes before being added into slow cooked recipes. They are poisonous if eaten
raw or undercooked.
13. CAUTION: Do not operate on an inclined plane. Place the appliance on a stable,
level, heat-resistant surface and out of reach of children.
14. Route the power cord so it does not overhang, and cannot be caught accidentally.
15. Unplug the appliance when not in use, before moving and before cleaning. Let it
cool down fully before cleaning and storing away.
16. There are no user serviceable parts. If the power cord is damaged, it must be
replaced by the manufacturer or similarly qualied person in order to avoid hazard.
17. Do not operate this appliance with a damaged cord/plug or after the appliance has
malfunctioned, or been dropped or damaged in any manner. Contact Customer
Service for examination, adjustment, repair or replacement.
18. Leave a clear space of at least 75mm (3 inches) around the appliance when in use.
