When using electrical appliances, basic safety precautions should always be followed to reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, and/or injury to persons,
including the following:
1. Read all instructions.
2. This appliance is not intended for use by persons (including
children) with reduced physical, sensory, or mental capabilities,
or lack of experience and knowledge, unless they are closely
supervised and instructed concerning use of the appliance by a
person responsible for their safety.
3. Close supervision is necessary when any appliance is used by or
near children. Children should be supervised to ensure that they
do not play with the appliance.
4. Do not operate any appliance with a damaged supply cord or
plug, or after the appliance malfunctions or has been dropped or
damaged in any manner. Supply cord replacement and repairs
must be conducted by the manufacturer, its service agent,
or similarly qualified persons in order to avoid a hazard. Visit
hamiltonbeach.com for information on examination, repair, or
adjustment.
5. To protect against risk of electric shock, do not immerse cord,
plugs, or heating element assembly in water or other liquid.
6. Warm or loose-fitting plugs/outlets can indicate an unsafe
condition in the outlet that may cause a fire. Have such outlets
replaced by a licensed electrician.
7. Always attach plug to appliance first; then plug cord in the wall
outlet. To disconnect, turn any control to MIN, or OFF ( ) when
provided, and remove plug from wall outlet. To unplug, grasp the
plug and pull from the outlet. Never pull from the power cord.
8. Do not touch hot surfaces. Use handles or knobs.
9. Be sure handle is properly assembled to basket and locked into
place. See detailed assembly instructions.
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10. Unplug from outlet when not in use and before cleaning. Allow to
cool before putting on or taking off parts and before cleaning the
appliance.
11. The use of accessory attachments not recommended or sold by
the appliance manufacturer for use with this model may cause
injuries.
12. Do not use outdoors.
13. Do not let cord hang over edge of table or counter or touch hot
surfaces, including the stove.
14. Do not place on or near a hot gas or electric burner, or in a heated
oven.
15. Never move deep fryer containing hot oil.
16. Do not use appliance for other than intended purpose.
17. To reduce the risk of injury, NEVER fill oil above MAX fill mark.
18. Always ensure removable oil pot is filled to at least MIN level
when using oil.
19. Never leave appliance unattended while in use.
20. Always dry foods and remove ice before frying.
21. Always dry deep fryer components thoroughly after cleaning and
before frying.
22. Always fry with lid in place.
23. Do not use refrigerated oil.
24. Escaping steam may cause burns to hands or fingers. Open the lid
carefully.
25. Always raise basket, rest on drain bracket, and allow food to drain
before removing lid or food basket.
26. Do not operate the appliance by means of an external timer or
separate remote control system.