Black & Decker MDG550 User Manual

electric kettle

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owner's manual

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MGD550

IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS

When using electrical appliances, in order to reduce the risk of fire,
electric shock, and/or injury, basic safety precautions should always be
followed, including the following:

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■ Do not touch hot surfaces or hot water. Use handles or knobs. Care
must be taken as burns can occur from touching spilled hot liquids.

■ To protect against fire, electric shock or injury, do not place cord, plug,
or base in water or other liquid.

■ To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock, do not remove bottom cover
from base. There are no user-serviceable parts inside. Repair should be
done by authorized service personnel only.

■ Close supervision is necessary when any appliance is used by or
near children.

■ Kettle must be operated on a flat surface away from the edge of
counter to prevent accidental tipping.

■ To protect against electric shock, ALWAYS unplug from outlet when
not in use, and before cleaning. To prevent burns, allow to cool
before cleaning.

■ Do not operate dry. Do not use for other than heating water. Other
foods or liquids will contaminate the interior and void the warranty.

■ To disconnect, remove plug from outlet. Do not yank on cord as it may
damage cord and eventually cause electric shock.

■ Do not operate any appliance with a damaged cord or plug or after the
appliance malfunctions or is dropped or damaged in any manner. If the
product requires attention within the warranty period, call the toll-free
number listed on the cover of this manual for information on
examination, repair, or electrical or mechanical adjustment.

■ To avoid an electrical overload, do not operate another high-wattage
appliance on the same circuit.

■ The use of an accessory attachment not approved by the manufacturer
may result in fire, electric shock or injury.

■ Do not use outdoors.

■ Do not let cord hang over edge of table or counter or touch

hot surfaces.

■ Do not fill the kettle while it is seated on the power Base. Be sure to
unplug it before it boils dry. Never operate the kettle dry.

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■ Do not place on or near a hot gas or electric burner or in a microwave
or heated oven.

■ To avoid possible steam damage, turn spout away from walls or
cabinets during use; use protective pad under kettle to prevent damage
to surfaces.

■ To avoid burns and risk of personal injury, use extreme caution when
carrying kettle containing hot water.

■ Do not operate in the presence of explosive and/or flammable fumes.

■ Do not use for other than intended use. This appliance is intended for

household use only, not for commercial or industrial use. Use for
anything other than intended will void the warranty.

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ELECTRICAL CORD

The cord length of this appliance was selected to reduce safety hazards
that may occur with a longer cord. If more cord length is needed, an
extension cord may be used. It should be rated not less than 15 amperes,
120 volts, and should have Underwriters Laboratories or appropriate
agency listing. When using a longer cord, be sure that it does not drape
over a working area or dangle where it could be pulled on or tripped over.

POLARIZED PLUG

This appliance has a polarized plug — one blade is wider than the other.
As a safety feature, this plug will fit into a polarized outlet only one way.
If the plug does not fit fully into the outlet, reverse it and try again. If it
still does not fit, contact an electrician. Do not attempt to defeat this
safety feature.

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