General Safety Instructions
Read this manual thoroughly before first use, even if you are familiar with this
type of product. The safety precautions enclosed herein reduce the risk of fire,
electric shock and injury when correctly adhered to.
Signal word definitions
DANGER! This term indicates an imminently hazardous situation which, if
not avoided, will result in death or serious injury. Usage of this
signal word is limited to the most extreme situations.
WARNING! This term indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not
avoided, could result in death or serious injury.
CAUTION! This term indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not
avoided, may result in minor/moderate injury or product/property
damage. It also alerts against unsafe practices.
Keep the manual in a safe place for future reference, along with the completed
warranty card, purchase receipt and carton. If applicable, pass these instructions
on to the next owner of the appliance. Always follow basic safety precautions
and accident prevention measures when using an electrical appliance, including
those listed below.
WARNING! To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock or serious personal injury:
• Always ensure the product is unplugged from the electrical outlet before
relocating, assembling, disassembling, or cleaning it.
• Keep the product out of the reach of children and pets. This product is not
intended for use by children.
• Do not leave the product unattended while it is in use, especially when
children are present. Always unplug the product from the electrical outlet
when it is not in use.
• Do not place appliance base in water or expose it to water or other liquids.
• Keep the power cord and the appliance itself away from heated surfaces.
• Do not use attachments not recommended or sold by the product manufacturer.
• Handle the blades with care as they are extremely sharp. Use caution when
attaching or detaching the blades.
• Do not touch moving parts (e.g. the blades) while the product is in use. Keep
hands and utensils away from the moving blades while operating the product.
• Do not plug/unplug the product into/from the electrical outlet with a wet hand.
• To disconnect the product from an electrical outlet, pull directly on the plug;
do not pull on the power cord.