Cuisinart FCC-2 User Manual - Page 2

IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS When using an electrical appliance, basic safety precautions should always be followed, including the following: 1. READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS. 2. Unplug from outlet when either the appliance or the display clock is not in use and before cleaning. Allow to cool before putting on or taking off parts, and before cleaning appliance. 3. Before connecting the Electric Kettle to the power supply, check that the voltage indicated on the appliance corresponds with the voltage in your home. If this is not the case, contact your dealer and do not use the Electric Kettle. 4. Do not touch hot surfaces. Use handle or knobs. 5. To protect against fire, electric shock and injury to persons, DO NOT IMMERSE CORD, PLUG, CONTROL PANEL, BASE, GLASS KETTLE in water or other liquids. 6. This appliance is not intended for use by children or by persons with reduced physical, sensory, or mental capabilities, or lack of experience and knowledge, unless they have been given supervision or instruction concerning use of the appliance by a person responsible for their safety. Children should be supervised to ensure that they do not play with the appliance. The appliance is not a toy. 7. Do not operate the appliance without water in it to avoid damaging the heat elements. 8. Do not operate any appliance with a damaged cord or plug, or after the appliance has malfunctioned or has been damaged in any manner. Return appliance to the nearest Cuisinart Authorized Service Facility for examination, repair or adjustment. 9. Ensure that the Electric Kettle is used on a firm and flat surface out of reach of children - this will prevent the kettle from overturning and causing damage or injury. 10. The use of accessory attachments not recommended by Cuisinart may result in fire, electric shock or injury to persons. 11. The Electric Kettle is for household use only. Do not use outdoors. 12. Do not let power cord hang over edge of table or counter, or touch hot surfaces. 13. Always take care to pour boiling water slowly and carefully without tipping the kettle too fast. 14. Do not place on or near a hot gas or electric burner, or in a heated oven. 15. Be careful when refilling the Programmable 5-Cup Percolator & Electric Kettle if it is hot. 16. Always put kettle on power base, then plug cord into wall outlet. To disconnect, turn control to OFF, then remove plug from wall outlet. CAUTION: Do not operate your appliance in an appliance garage or under a wall cabinet. When storing any appliance in an appliance garage, always unplug the unit from the electrical outlet. Be sure the appliance does not touch the interior wall of the appliance garage, and the door does not touch the unit as it closes. Contact could cause the unit to turn on, creating a risk of fire. CAUTION: In order to avoid a hazard due to inadvertent resetting of the THERMAL CUT-OUT, this appliance must not be supplied through an external switching device, such as a timer, or connected to a circuit that is regularly switched on and off by the utility. 17. Do not use appliance for other than its intended purpose. 18. While water is boiling, or just after the water has been boiled, avoid contact with steam from the spout. Always ensure the lid is closed and do not lift it while the water is boiling. Scalding may occur if the lid is removed during the brewing cycle. 19. Twist-lock lid securely onto kettle before serving any beverages. 20. The kettle is designed for use with this appliance. It must never be used on a range top. 2