IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
When using electrical appliances, basic safety precautions should always be followed, including the following:
1. READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS COMPLETELY BEFORE USING.
2. Do not touch hot surfaces. Use potholders when removing cover or handling hot containers to avoid
steam burns. Always use handles.
3. To protect against electrical shock do not immerse cord, plugs or this appliance in water or any other
liquid.
4. Close supervision is necessary when any appliance is used by or near children.
5. Unplug from outlet when not in use, before putting on or taking off any parts and before cleaning.
Allow to cool completely before touching or cleaning.
6. Do not operate any appliance with a damaged cord or plug, or after the appliance malfunctions or has
been damaged in any manner. Return the appliance to Taylor® (see warranty) for examination, repair
or adjustment.
7. Do not use attachments that are not supplied for this appliance from Taylor®. The use of accessory
attachments not recommended by Taylor® may cause injuries or permanently damage this product.
8. Do not use outdoors.
9. Do not let cord hang over edge of table or counter, or touch hot surfaces.
10. Do not operate the appliance while empty or without water in the reservoir.
11. To protect against burns caused by accidental spillage of hot liquid, place the unit on a level and firm
surface away from traffic areas where bumping could upset it. Do not place on a soft surface (such as
carpeting).
12. Do not place on or near a hot gas or electric burner, or in a heated oven.
13. Extreme caution must be used when moving an appliance containing hot food or water or other hot
liquid.
14. To disconnect, turn any control to “off ”, then remove the plug from the wall outlet by grasping the
plug and pulling. Never unplug the appliance by pulling on the cord.
15. Lift and open cover carefully to avoid scalding and allow water to drip into steamer.
16. Use long handled utensils and oven gloves to avoid steam burns on hands and arms when removing lid,
food or rice bowl.
17. When using this appliance, provide adequate air space above and on all sides for air circulation. Do
not allow this appliance to touch curtains, wall coverings, clothing, dishtowels or other flammable
materials during use.
18. Only use the containers that are supplied in this unit for cooking. Do not cook food in the water tank.
19. Do not leave the appliance unattended during use.
20. Do not operate uncovered, as this appliance generates steam and could cause injury.
21. Do not use this appliance for other than its intended use.
22. Do not use an electrical extension cord with this appliance.
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