Important Safeguards - PowerXL HF-2096TS Owner's Manual

IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS

WARNING
PREVENT INJURIES! – CAREFULLY READ
ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USE!
When using electrical appliances, always follow
these basic safety precautions.
1. READ AND FOLLOW all instructions carefully.
2. NEVER immerse the Main Unit Housing, which contains
electrical components and heating elements, in water. Do
not rinse under the tap.
3. THIS APPLIANCE IS NOT INTENDED FOR use by
persons with reduced physical, sensory, or mental
capabilities or lack of experience and knowledge unless
they are under the supervision of a responsible person or
have been given proper instruction in using the appliance.
This appliance is not intended for use by children.
4. TO AVOID ELECTRICAL SHOCK, do not put liquid
of any kind into the Main Unit Housing containing
the electrical components.
5. 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.
6. MAKE SURE the appliance is plugged into a wall socket.
Always make sure that the plug is inserted into the wall
socket properly.
7. DO NOT use outdoors.
8. DO NOT place the appliance on the stove top.
Place on a flat, horizontal surface with adequate space
for air flow. Do not place other appliances within 5 in.
of the appliance.
9. TO PREVENT food contact with the heating elements,
do not overfill.
10. DO NOT cover the Air Intake Vent or Hot Air Outlet Vent
while the appliance is operating. Doing so will prevent
even cooking and may damage the appliance or cause it
to overheat.
11. NEVER pour oil into the Basket. Fire and personal injury
could result.
12. WHILE COOKING, the internal temperature of the
appliance reaches several hundred degrees F.
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2-, 3-, 5-, 7-Quart Power XL Vortex Air Fryer™
To avoid personal injury, never place hands inside
the appliance unless it is thoroughly cooled down.
13. DO NOT use this appliance if the plug, the power cord,
or the appliance itself is damaged in any way.
14. IF THE POWER CORD IS DAMAGED, you must have it
replaced by the manufacturer, its service agent, or
a similarly qualified person in order to avoid hazard.
15. KEEP the appliance and its power cord out of the
reach of children when it is in operation or in the cooling
down process.
16. KEEP the power cord away from hot surfaces. Do not
plug in the power cord or operate the appliance controls
with wet hands.
17. NEVER connect this appliance to an external timer switch
or separate remote-control system.
18. NEVER use this appliance with an extension cord of
any kind. A short power-supply cord (or detachable
power-supply cord) is provided to reduce the risk of
becoming entangled in or tripping over a longer cord.
19. DO NOT let cord hang over the edge of table or
counter surfaces.
20. DO NOT operate the appliance on or near combustible
materials, such as tablecloths, paper towels, or curtains.
21. WHEN COOKING, do not place the appliance against
a wall or against other appliances. Leave at least 5 in. free
space on the back and sides and above the appliance.
Do not place anything on top of the appliance.
22. DO NOT USE the appliance for any purpose other than
described in this manual.
23. THE USE OF ACCESSORY ATTACHMENTS
not recommended by the appliance manufacturer may
cause injuries.
24. NEVER operate the appliance unattended.
25. WHEN IN OPERATION, hot air and steam is released
through the Hot Air Outlet Vent. Keep your hands
and face at a safe distance from the Hot Air Outlet Vent.
Also avoid the hot steam and air while removing the
Basket and Fry Tray from the appliance.
26. THE APPLIANCE'S OUTER SURFACES may become
hot during use. The Basket and Fry Tray will be hot. Wear
oven mitts when handling hot components or touching
hot surfaces.
27. Before using your new appliance on any countertop
surface, CHECK with your countertop manufacturer or
installer for recommendations about using appliances on
your surfaces. Some manufacturers and installers may