Mr. Coffee PO19B User Manual - Page 3

IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS CONT. 17. Do not exceed the MAX water level mark when filling the kettle. Overfilling could cause hot water to boil out of the spout, which can cause burns. 18. The heating base and heating element is subject to residual heat following a heating cycle. Do not touch heating base or heating element immediately after a heating cycle. Allow to cool before handling. 19. Remove the kettle from power base before filling or pouring. Do not remove the kettle from the power base until it is switched OFF, manually or automatically. 20. Use the kettle only with the power base provided. 21. Use extreme caution when handling, moving or pouring from the kettle containing boiling water. 22. If your kettle comes with a grounded plug, connect to properly grounded outlets only. For appliances with glass containers: 23. The container is designed for use with this appliance. It must never be used on a range top. 24. Do not set a hot container on a wet or cold surface. 25. Avoid sudden temperature changes, such as rinsing, washing, filling, or immersing a hot container with cold liquids. 26. Do not use a cracked or chipped container or a container having a loose or weakened handle. 27. Do not clean container with cleansers, steel wool pads, or other abrasive material. 28. WARNING: Avoid spillage on the connector. SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS HOUSEHOLD USE ONLY Grounded plug To reduce the risk of electric shock, this appliance has a grounded type cord and plug that has a third grounding pin (3-prong plug). The plug must be plugged into an outlet that is properly installed and grounded in accordance with all local codes and ordinances. If the plug does not fit into the outlet or if in doubt as to whether the outlet is properly grounded, contact a qualified electrician to install the proper outlet. 3. Do not alter the plug in any way. POWER CORD INSTRUCTIONS A short power supply cord (or detachable power-supply cord) may be provided to reduce risks resulting from becoming entangled in or tripping over a longer cord. Longer detachable power-supply cords or extension cords are available and may be used if care is exercised in their use. If a long detachable power-supply cord or extension cord is used: a. The marked electrical rating of the detachable power-supply cord or extension cord should be at least as great as the electrical rating of the appliance; b. If the appliance is of the grounded type, the extension cord should be a grounding type 3-wire cord; and c. The longer cord should be arranged so that it will not drape over the counter top or table where it can be pulled on by children or tripped over unintentionally. PRODUCT NOTICES 1. Place the appliance on a hard, flat, level surface to avoid interruption of airflow underneath the electrical base. 2. Discard the coffee pot immediately if it is ever boiled dry. 3. Protect the coffee pot from sharp blows, scratches or rough handling. 4. This kettle is intended for boiling water only. Do not heat any other liquid or attempt to cook any food in this appliance. 5. Do not use under kitchen cabinets or areas where rising steam can damage property. 4.