Safety Information - Master Forge EBC1102L Mode D'emploi

SAFEtY iNFOrmAtiON

Please read and understand this entire manual before attempting to assemble, operate, or install the product. If you have any
questions regarding the product, please call customer service at 1-800-963-0211, 8 a.m. - 6 p.m., Monday - Thursday, 8 a.m. - 5 p.m.,
Friday, EST.
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,
plugs or heating element in water or other liquids.
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 putting on or taking off parts.
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 appliance to the nearest
authorized service facility for examination, repair or
adjustment.
7. the use of accessory attachments not recommended by
the appliance manufacturer may cause injuries.
8. do not let cord hang over edge of table or 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 liquids.
WArNiNGS ANd cAutiONS:
• This smoker/grill is for outdoor use only, and shall not be used in a building, garage, or any other enclosed area.
• For residential use only. This smoker/grill is NOT for commercial use.
• This smoker/grill is not intended for and should never be used as a heater. TOXIC fumes can accumulate and cause asphyxiation.
• This smoker/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.
• Do NOT operate, light or use this appliance within ten (10) feet (3.05 m) of walls, structures or buildings.
• Apartment Dwellers: Check with management to learn the requirements and fire codes for using an electric smoker/grill in your
apartment complex. If allowed, use outside on the ground floor with a ten (10) foot (3.05 m) clearance from any structure. Do not use
on or under balconies.
• This smoker/grill is for use with electricity.
• This is not a tabletop smoker/grill. Therefore, do not place this smoker/grill on any type of tabletop surface.
• Do not use 16 gauge extension cords. Damage to household wiring and/or fire could result.
• 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 smoker/grill when raining.
c. To prevent smoker/grill from being splashed or falling into water, do not use smoker/grill within ten (10) feet (3.05 m) of pool, pond or
other body of water.
d. Keep smoker/grill and electric controller dry and out of rain when not in use.
e. Do not operate smoker/grill with an electric controller that has a damaged cord, plug, or metal probe. Use only the controller
provided. The replacement controller shall be that specified by the manufacturer.
f. Never remove grounding plug, or use with an adapter to two prongs.
g. Keep electric plugs off ground, and dry.
h. In case of fire, turn controller OFF, unplug smoker/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 use water or other liquid spray to clean smoker/grill without first unplugging electric controller and removing heating element.
• The use of alcohol, prescription or non-prescription drugs may impair the consumer's ability to properly assemble or safely operate the
appliance.
• Never use charcoal, lighter fluid, gasoline, kerosene or alcohol with this product.
• Do not store or use gasoline or other flammable liquids or vapors within 25 feet (7.62 m) of this appliance.
• Do not use in an explosive atmosphere. Keep smoker/grill area clear and free from combustible materials, gasoline and other
flammable vapors and liquids.
• If using flavored wood follow instructions on flavored wood packaging.
Note: Most fruit or nut tree wood may be used for smoke flavoring, such as hickory, pecan, apple, cherry, or mesquite. Use wood
chunks/sticks 3 in. to 4 in. long and 1 in. to 2 in. thick.
Note: Unless the wood is still "green," soak the wood in water for 20 minutes prior to use, or wrap each piece in foil and tear several
small holes in the top of the foil to produce more smoke and prevent the wood from burning too quickly.
• 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.
• Do not alter smoker/grill in any manner. Any alteration will void your warranty.
• Do not use the smoker/grill unless it is COMPLETELY assembled and all parts are securely fastened and tightened.
• Do not build this model of smoker/grill in any built-in or slide in construction. Ignoring this warning could cause a fire or an explosion
that can damage property and cause serious bodily injury or death.
imPOrtANt SAFEGuArdS
11. Always attach plug to appliance first, then plug cord into
12. do not use appliance for anything other than intended
13. use only on properly grounded outlet.
14. Fuel, such as charcoal briquettes, is not to be used with
15. longer detachable power-supply cords or a grounding
16. if a longer detachable power-supply cord or a grounding
17. SAVE tHESE iNStructiONS.
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the wall outlet. to disconnect, turn the control to "OFF",
then remove plug from wall outlet.
use.
appliance.
type 3-wire extension cords are available and may be
used if care is exercised in their use.
type 3-wire extension cord is used:
a. the marked electrical rating of the cord set or
extension cord should be at least as great as the
electrical rating of the appliance.
b. the cord should be arranged so that it will not drape
over a countertop or tabletop where it can be pulled
on by children or tripped over unintentionally.