Toastmaster TMK17CAN User Manual

Express Kettle

USE AND CARE GUIDE

MODEL TMK17CAN

IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS

When using electrical appliances, basic safety precautions should
always be followed, including the following:

1. Read all instructions.

2. Do not touch hot surfaces. Use handles or knobs.

3. To protect against fire, electric shock and injury to persons do
not immerse cord, plugs, or appliance 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 damaged in any
manner. Contact Consumer Service for examination, repair or
adjustment.

7. The use of accessory attachments not recommended by the
appliance manufacturer may result in fire, electric shock or injury
to persons.

8. Do not use outdoors.

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

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

11. To disconnect, turn any control to OFF position, then remove
plug from wall outlet.

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

13. Be certain Lid is securely in place before operating appliance.

14. Scalding may occur if the Lid is removed during heating.

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

For Household Use Only

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ADDITIONAL IMPORTANT
SAFEGUARDS

WARNING: This appliance generates heat and escaping steam during
use. Proper precautions must be taken to prevent the risk of burns,
fires, or other injury to persons or damage to property.

1. All users of this appliance must read and understand this Use
and Care Guide before operating or cleaning this appliance.

2. The cord to this appliance should be plugged into a 120V AC
electrical outlet only.

3. Use water only in this appliance! Do not put any other liquids or
food products in this appliance. Do not mix or add anything to
the water placed in this appliance, except as instructed in the
User Maintenance Instructions to clean the appliance.

4. To avoid accidental scalding or burns, use extreme caution while
moving this appliance when it contains hot water, and while
pouring hot water from this appliance.

5. Keep appliance at least 4 inches away from walls or other objects
during operation. Do not place any objects on top of appliance
while it is operating. Place the appliance on a surface that is
resistant to heat.

6. If this appliance begins to malfunction during use, immediately
unplug the cord. Do not use or attempt to repair the
malfunctioning appliance.

7. If this appliance falls or accidentally becomes immersed in water
or any other liquid, unplug it immediately. Do not reach into the

water! Do not use this appliance after it has fallen into or has
become immersed in water. Contact Consumer Service for

examination and repair.

8. Do not leave this appliance unattended during use.

9. Always pour water into Kettle before plugging in and heating up
the appliance. Never pour water into heated Kettle.

10. Be sure Kettle is filled with water to at least the “MIN” marking
level. Do not operate appliance without water or with an
insufficient amount of water. Also, do not fill above the “MAX”
water level. If the Kettle is over filled, there is a risk that boiling
water may be ejected.

Express Kettle Use and Care Guide

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11. Do not block the steam from emitting from the Spout during use.

12. Do not use this appliance if it is cracked or damaged. Contact
Consumer Service for examination and repair.

13. Do not place this appliance in a microwave oven.

Grounded 3-Conductor Plug

This appliance is equipped with a grounded-type 3-wire cord (3-prong
plug). This plug will only fit into an electrical outlet made for a
3-prong plug. This is a safety feature. If the plug should fail to fit the
outlet, contact an electrician to replace the obsolete outlet. Do not
attempt to defeat this safety feature.

Short Cord Instructions

A short power-supply cord is provided to reduce the risk resulting
from becoming entangled in or tripping over a longer cord.

Do not use an extension cord with this product.

Electric Power

If the electrical circuit is overloaded with other appliances, your
appliance may not operate properly. It should be operated on a
separate electrical circuit from other appliances.

Plasticizer Warning

CAUTION: To prevent Plasticizers from migrating from the finish of
the countertop or tabletop or other furniture, place NON-PLASTIC
coasters or placemats between the appliance and the finish of the
countertop or tabletop.

Failure to do so may cause the finish to darken, permanent blemishes
may occur or stains can appear.

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