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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
heating element 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 handling parts.
6. Do NOT operate any appliance with a damaged cord or plug. Do NOT
operate after the appliance malfunctions or has been damaged in any
manner. Return appliance to the nearest authorized service facility for
examination, repair or adjustment.
7. The use of accessory attachments is not recommended by the
appliance manufacturer and may cause injuries.
8. Do NOT let cord hang over edge of table/counter or touch hot surfaces.
9. Do NOT place on or near a hot gas or electric burner, or in a heated
oven.
10. Extreme caution must be used when moving an appliance containing
hot oil or other hot liquid.
11. Always attach plug to appliance first, then plug cord into the wall
outlet. To disconnect, turn the control to "OFF," then remove plug from
wall outlet.
Dangers and Warnings
W DANGER: Failure to follow the dangers, warnings and cautions in this manual may result in serious bodily injury or death, or in a fire or an explosion causing damage
to property.
W WARNINGS:
W This grill is for outdoor use only, and should NOT be used in a building,
garage or any other enclosed area.
W Do NOT operate or use this appliance within ten feet (3.05 m) of walls,
structures or buildings.
W For residential use only. This grill is NOT for commercial use.
W This grill is NOT intended for and should never be used as a heater.
W This grill is safety-certified for use in the United States only. Do NOT
modify for use in any other location. Modification will result in a safety
hazard and will void your warranty.
W Apartment dwellers: Check with management to learn the requirements
and fire codes for using an electric grill in your apartment complex.
If allowed, use outside on the ground floor with a ten foot (3.05 m)
clearance from any structure. Do NOT use on or under balconies.
W This grill is for use with electricity. Do NOT use with any other fuel
source.
W This is NOT a tabletop grill. Therefore, do NOT operate this grill on any
type of tabletop surface.
W Do NOT use 16-gauge or higher extension cords. Damage to household
wiring and/or fire could result.
W ELECTRIC SHOCK CAN KILL OR RESULT IN SERIOUS INJURY. TO PREVENT
ELECTRICAL SHOCK:
a. Use only with GFI (Ground Fault Interrupter) protected circuit.
b. Do NOT use grill when raining.
c. To prevent grill from being splashed or falling into water, do NOT use
grill within ten feet (3.05 m) of pool, pond or other body of water.
d. Keep grill and electric controller dry and out of rain when not in use.
e. Do NOT operate grill with an electric controller that has a damaged
cord, plug, or metal probe. Use only the controller provided. The
replacement controller should be that specified by the manufacturer.
f. Never remove the grounding plug.
g. Keep electric plug off ground and dry.
h. In case of fire, turn controller "OFF," unplug grill from outlet and
allow fire to burn out. Do NOT use water to put out a fire in this or
any other electrical appliance.
i. Do NOT clean grill without first unplugging electric controller and
removing heating element.
W Do NOT block holes on any part of the grill.
W The use of alcohol, prescription or non-prescription drugs may impair
the consumer's ability to properly assemble or safely operate the
appliance.
IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS
12. Do NOT use appliance for anything other than intended use.
13. Fuel, such as charcoal briquettes, is NOT to be used with appliance.
14. Use only on properly grounded outlet.
15. A short power-supply cord (or detachable power-supply cord) should
be used to reduce the risk resulting from becoming entangled in or
tripping over a longer cord.
16. Longer detachable power-supply cords or extension cords are
available and may be used if care is exercised.
17. If a longer detachable power-supply cord or extension cord is used:
a. The marked electrical rating of the cord or extension cord should
be at least as great as the electrical rating of the appliance; and
b. The cord should be arranged so that it will not drape over the
countertop or tabletop where it can be pulled on or tripped over.
18. Outdoor extension cords should be used with outdoor use products
and are surface-marked with the suffix letter "W" and with a tag
stating, "Suitable for use with outdoor appliances."
19. The connection to an extension cord should be kept dry and off the
ground.
20. Store product indoors when not in use – out of the reach of children.
21. Do NOT clean this product with a water spray or the like.
22. SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS.
W Never use charcoal, lighter fluid, lava rocks, gasoline, kerosene or
alcohol with this product.
W Do NOT store or use gasoline or other flammable liquids or vapors
within 25 feet (7.62 m) of this appliance.
W Do NOT use in an explosive atmosphere. Keep grill area clear and free
from combustible materials, gasoline and other flammable vapors and
liquids.
W Minimum clearance from sides and back of unit to combustible
construction is 36 inches (91.4 cm). Do NOT use this appliance under
any type of overhang or roof.
W Do NOT alter grill in any manner. Any alteration will void your warranty.
W Do NOT use the grill unless it is COMPLETELY assembled and all parts
are securely fastened and tightened.
W Do NOT build this model of grill in any built-in or slide-in construction.
Ignoring this warning could cause a fire or an explosion that can
damage property and/or serious bodily injury or death.
W This grill should be thoroughly cleaned and inspected on a regular
basis. Clean and inspect the temperature control assembly/electric
cord before each use of the appliance. If there is evidence of abrasion,
wear or cuts, the temperature control assembly/electric cord must be
replaced prior to the appliance being put into operation.
W Use only OVIS Enterprises Co., Ltd, Model OPT-001 cord Type SJTOW
Temperature-Controlling Plug.
W Do NOT operate this appliance without reading "Operating Instructions"
in this manual.
W Do NOT touch metal parts of grill or grease tray until they have
completely cooled (about 45 min.) to avoid burns, unless you are
wearing protective gear (pot holders, gloves, BBQ mittens, etc.).
W Do NOT install or use in or on boats or recreational vehicles.
W When cooking, fire extinguishing materials should be readily accessible.
In the event of an oil/grease fire, do NOT attempt to extinguish with
water. Use type BC dry chemical fire extinguisher or smother with dirt,
sand or baking soda.
W Never lean over the grill when operating.
W Do NOT leave grill unattended while in operation. Keep children and pets
away from grill at all times.
W Do NOT leave grill unattended while preheating or burning off food
residue on high. If grill has not been cleaned, a grease fire can occur
that may damage the product.
W Do NOT place empty cooking vessels on the appliance while in
operation.
Outdoor Electric Barbecue Grill
Model No. EBT1451W