Hamilton Beach 31136 Use & Care - Page 2

840183902 ENnv01.qxd:Layout 1 9/15/09 3:50 PM Page 2 wWARNING Fire Hazard. • If contents ignite, do not open oven door. Unplug oven and allow contents to stop burning and cool before opening door. • Do not operate unattended while in Toast or Broil modes. • Do not use with oven cooking bags. • Always allow at least one inch between food and heating element. • Always unplug toaster oven when not in use. • Regular cleaning reduces risk of fire hazard. 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 electrical shock do not immerse cord, plug, or toaster oven 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 cleaning appliance and putting on or taking off parts. 6. Do not operate any appliance with a damaged cord or plug, or after the appliance malfunctions or is dropped or damaged in any manner. Call our toll-free customer service number for information on 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. 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. To disconnect, turn all controls to OFF ( O ); then remove plug from wall outlet. 13. Use extreme caution when removing pan or disposing of hot grease. 14. Do not clean with metal scouring pads. Pieces can break off the pad and touch electrical parts, creating a risk of electrical shock. 15. Oversize foods or metal utensils must not be inserted in a toaster oven as they may create a fire or risk of electric shock. 16. A fire may occur if the toaster oven is covered, touching, or near flammable material, including curtains, draperies, walls, and the like, when in operation. Do not store any item on top of the appliance when in operation or before the appliance cools down. 17. Extreme caution should be exercised when using containers constructed of materials other than metal or glass. 18. Do not store any materials, other than manufacturer-recommended accessories, in this oven when not in use. 2