Hamilton Beach 04481 Use & Care - Page 4

840141400 ENv00.qxd 9/19/05 9:51 AM Page 4 How to Assemble and Use (cont.) Selecting the Proper Location To prevent the risk of personal injury or damage to the product and provide the best possible performance of your product, follow the placement guidelines below: DO: • Place the product on a flat, stable surface. DO NOT: • Do not stand, sit, or place any objects on the product. It is not designed to support additional weight. • Place product near an electrical outlet where it is out of the way. Make sure that the product and the cord do not present tripping hazards. • Select a central location with adequate air circulation. • Turn off and unplug product before moving or servicing it, or if it will not be used for several days. • Route the electrical cord clear of furniture to prevent damage from pinching the cord. Using the Product • Do not block air intake and outlet grilles with drapes, curtains, or blinds. This may cause reduced performance. • Do not use in cooking areas, garage, or areas with grease, oil or chemicals such as solvents or insecticides. • Do not place on or near heat sources such as stoves, radiators, or heaters. • To reduce electrical noise and interference, do not place on or near, or plug into the same outlet as TVs, baby monitors, or cordless phones. • Do not place in direct sunlight as the plastic may discolor after prolonged exposure. 1. Before First Use: Be sure to remove 2. See "Replacing the Filter" for disas- all packing materials. sembly instructions. Replacing the Filter 1. Turn off unit and unplug from outlet. 2. To remove intake grille, press on grille release buttons on each side of grille and pull outward from top of grille. 3. Remove the used filter by gripping sides and pulling outward. Discard used filter. It cannot be cleaned. 4 4. Remove any packing materials from the new filter and install with the airflow arrow printed on the filter frame pointing into the appliance. 5. To close the intake grille, position the bottom of the grille on the front of the unit and push on the front of the grille until it snaps into place.