IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS
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. Call
the provided customer service number
for information on examination, repair, or
adjustment.
5. Do not operate the appliance by means
of an external timer or separate remote-
control system.
6. To protect against risk of electric shock,
do not immerse cord, plugs, or heating
element assembly in water or other liquid.
7. Do not touch hot surfaces. Use handles
or knobs.
8. Reduce risk of unintentional starting.
Make sure the Power Switch is in the
"OFF" position before connecting the
Dehydrator to the power source.
9. Always disconnect the Dehydrator
from the power source before servicing,
changing accessories or cleaning the
unit. Unplug from outlet when not in use
and before cleaning. Allow to cool before
putting on or taking off parts.
10. Never leave the appliance unattended.
It is important to monitor the Dehydrator
while in use.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
11. To unplug, grasp the plug and pull
from the outlet. Never pull from the power
cord. Use care when using extension
cords.
12. Be sure the Dehydrator is stable
during use. All four feet should be secure
on a level surface. The Dehydrator should
not move during operation.
13. Do not operate the Dehydrator
outdoors or near any flammable or
combustible materials.
14. Do not block the air vents at the rear of
the Dehydrator. Keep the Dehydrator at
least 6" (15.2 cm) away from any wall, any
combustible materials and/or surfaces to
allow for proper air circulation.
15. Do not operate the Dehydrator on
flammable surfaces such as carpeting.
16. Never open or remove the back panel
of the Dehydrator.
17. After cleaning, make sure Dehydrator
is completely dry before reconnecting to
the power source – if not; electric shock
may result.
18. Do not use appliance for other than
intended use.
19. The use of accessory attachments
not recommended by the appliance
manufacturer may cause injuries.
20. Do not let cord hang over edge of table
or counter, or touch hot surfaces, including
stove.
21. Do not place on or near a hot gas or
electric burner, or in a heated oven.
22. To disconnect, turn off the appliance
and then remove plug from wall outlet.
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