Oster CKSTWF40 English - Page 2

IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS When using electrical appliances, basic safety precautions should always be followed, including the following: 1. Read all instructions before using. 2. Make sure the voltage in your outlet is the same as the voltage indicated on the appliance's rating label. 3. To protect against risk of electric shock, do not immerse the cord, plug or cooking unit in water or any other liquid. 4. Do not touch hot surfaces. Use handles. 5. This appliance should not be used by children. 6. Extreme caution must be exercised when any appliance is used near children. 7. Unplug from wall outlet when not in use and before cleaning. Allow to cool before cleaning or storing this appliance. To disconnect, remove plug from outlet. Always unplug after use. The appliance will remain on unless unplugged. 8. Never yank the cord to disconnect the cooking unit from the outlet. Instead, grasp the plug and pull to disconnect. 9. Do not operate any appliance if the cord is damaged. Do not use this appliance if the unit malfunctions, if it is dropped or has been damaged in any manner. 10. In order to avoid the risk of an electric shock, never repair the Waffle Maker yourself. Take it to an authorized service center for examination and repair. An incorrect reassembly could present a risk of electric shock when the Waffle Maker is used. 11. The use of accessories or attachments not recommended by the manufacturer may cause fire, electrical shock or injury. 12. Do not use outdoors or for commercial purposes. 13. Do not use this appliance for purposes other than the one for which it was designed. 14. Do not allow cord to touch hot surfaces. The cord should be arranged so that it will not drape over the countertop or table top where it can be pulled by children or tripped over unintentionally. 15. Do not place on or near a hot gas or electric burner or heated oven. 16. Use on a heat-resistant, flat level surface only. 17. Use extreme caution when moving any appliance containing hot food, water, oil or other liquids. 2 www.oster.com 18. C AUTION: This appliance generates heat during use. Surfaces are hot. Proper precautions must be taken to prevent the risk of burns, fire or other damage to persons or property. 19. When using this appliance, provide adequate ventilation above and on all sides for air circulation. Do not allow this appliance to touch curtains, wall coverings, clothing, dish towels or other flammable materials during use. This unit is intended for household use only. This appliance has a polarized alternating current plug (one blade is wider than the other). To reduce the risk of electric shock, as a safety feature, this plug will fit in a polarized outlet only one way. If the plug does not insert fully in the outlet, reverse the plug. If it still fails to fit, contact a qualified electrician. DO NOT ATTEMPT TO DEFEAT THIS SAFETY FEATURE. Extension Cord Use A short power-supply cord is provided to reduce the risk resulting from becoming entangled in or tripping over a longer cord. An extension cord may be used if care is exercised in its use. If an extension cord is used, the electrical rating of the cord must be at least as great as the electrical rating of the appliance. The extension cord should be arranged so that it will not drape over the countertop or tabletop where it can be pulled on by children or tripped over unintentionally. Save these instructions Thank you for purchasing the OSTER® 4-Slice Waffle Maker. Before you use this product for the first time, please take a few moments to read these instructions and keep it for reference. Pay particular attention to the Safety Instructions provided. Please review the product service and warranty statements. Please do not return to the place of purchase. To learn more about Oster® products, please visit us at www.oster.com or call us at 1-800-334-0759. www.oster.com 3