11. Do not let the power cord contact hot surface, including the stove.
12. This appliance has a polarized plug (one blade is wider than the other). To reduce the risk of electric shock, this
plug is intended to fit into a polarized outlet only one way. If the plug does not fit fully into the outlet, reverse
the plug. If it still does not fit, contact a qualified electrician. Do not attempt to modify the plug in any way.
13. Turn the appliance OFF, then unplug from the outlet when not in use, before assembling or disassembling parts
and before cleaning.
14. Do not disassemble the appliance except for cleaning and ordinary maintenance.
15. For all other repairs, contact an authorized service center.
16. The use of attachments not recommended or sold by the manufacturer may cause fire, electric shock or injury.
17. This appliance has been designed for household use only. In case of any commercial use, inappropriate use or failure to
comply with the instructions, the manufacturer accepts no responsibility and the guarantee will not apply.
18. This appliance should not be used by children and care should be taken when used near children.
19. Be sure to watch over children to ensure that they do not play with the appliance.
20. Do not use outdoors.
21. When mixing liquids, use a tall container or blend smaller quantities to avoid splashing.
22. Use care when blending hot liquids.
23. Keep hands and utensils out of containers while blending to avoid severe injury or damage to the appliance. A
spatula may be used to scrape down the sides, but only after the blender is removed from the container.
24. Blades are sharp. Handle carefully.
25. Do not use an extension cord. Plug charger directly into an electrical outlet.
26. Do not charge batteries with charger plugged into an outdoor outlet.
27. Unplug the charger from the outlet before attempting any routine cleaning of the charger.
28. Do not operate a damaged charger. Have damaged charger replaced immediately.
29. Do not incinerate the hand blender, even if it is severely damaged. The batteries can explode in a fire.
30. This appliance contains lithium-ion batteries which must be recycled at the end of the life of the hand blender
and disposed of properly. (See Disposal/Recycling of Batteries, page 6.) Do not incinerate or compost batteries,
as they will explode at high temperature.
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