Hamilton Beach 38540 Owner's Manual

Electric Skillet

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READ BEFORE USE
LIRE AVANT D’UTILISER
LEA ANTES DE USAR

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SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS!

IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS

1. Read all instructions.

2. Do not touch hot surfaces. Use handles or knobs, which may
be warm. Use oven mitts.

3. To protect against electric shock do not immerse cord, plug,
or temperature control in water or other liquid.

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

5. Unplug from outlet when not in use and before cleaning. Allow
to cool before putting on or taking off parts, and before cleaning
the appliance.

6. Do not operate any appliance with a damaged cord or plug,
or after the appliance malfunctions, or has been dropped or
damaged in any manner. Call our toll-free customer service
number for examination, repair, or adjustment.

7. The use of accessory attachments not recommended by the appli­ance manufacturer may cause injuries.

8. Do not use outdoors.

9. Do not let cord hang over edge of table or counter, or touch
hot surfaces, including stove.

10. Do not place on or near a hot gas or electric burner, or in a
heated oven.

11. Extreme caution must be used when moving an appliance
containing hot oil or other hot liquids.

12. Always attach plug to appliance first, then plug cord into the
wall outlet. To disconnect, turn any control to MIN then
remove plug from wall outlet.

13. Do not use appliance for other than intended use.

14. Never leave appliance unattended while in use.

15. Use only temperature-controlling plug provided by manufacturer.
Use of other temperature-control plug may cause injury.

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

OTHER CONSUMER SAFETY INFORMATION

This appliance is intended for household use only.
WARNING! Shock Hazard: If the plug on this appliance does not fit

in your outlet, do not modify the plug, and do not use an adaptor.
Have an electrician replace the obsolete outlet.

To avoid an electrical circuit overload do not use another high
wattage appliance on the same circuit with this appliance.

The length of the cord used on this appliance was selected to reduce
the hazards of becoming tangled in, or tripping over, a longer cord.
Do not use an extension cord.

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Parts and Features

Lid Handle

Lid Clips

Temperature Controlling Plug

Nonstick Skillet

Glass Lid

Drain Spout

Handles

Lid Clip Hooks

Before First Use: Wash skillet and lid in hot, soapy water.
Rinse and dry thoroughly.

Lid Clip Hooks

(located on bottom side of lid)

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