Use and Care Guide

SAFETY INFORMATION

This appliance must be grounded. In the event of malfunction or breakdown, grounding provides

a path of least resistance for electric current to reduce the risk of electric shock. This appliance is

for use on a nominal 120 V circuit and is equipped with a cord having an equipment-grounding

conductor and a grounding plug. The plug must be plugged into an appropriate outlet that is

properly installed and grounded in accordance with all local codes and ordinances. A qualified

electrician should be consulted if there is any doubt as to whether an outlet box is properly

grounded. (See Page 6).

THIS APPLIANCE IS FOR USE ON A NOMINAL 120 V CIRCUIT, AND HAS A GROUNDING

PLUG THAT LOOKS LIKE THE PLUG ILLUSTRATED IN SKETCH A (SEE PAGE 6).

A TEMPORARY ADAPTOR, WHICH LOOKS LIKE THE ADAPTOR ILLUSTRATED IN

SKETCHES B AND C, MAY BE USED TO CONNECT THIS PLUG TO A 2-POLE RECEPTACLE

AS SHOWN IN SKETCH B IF A PROPERLY GROUNDED OUTLET IS NOT AVAILABLE. THE

TEMPORARY ADAPTOR SHOULD BE USED ONLY UNTIL A PROPERLY GROUNDED

OUTLET CAN BE INSTALLED BY A QUALIFIED ELECTRICIAN. THE GREEN COLORED

RIGID EAR, LUG AND THE LIKE, EXTENDING FROM THE ADAPTOR MUST BE CONNECTED

TO A PERMANENT GROUND SUCH AS A PROPERLY GROUNDED OUTLET BOX COVER.

WHENEVER THE ADAPTOR IS USED, IT MUST BE HELD IN PLACE BY THE METAL SCREW.

NOTE: Grounding adaptors are not allowed in Canada by the Canadian Electrical code.

Improper connection of the equipment-grounding conductor can result in a risk of fire or electric

shock. The conductor with insulation having an outer surface that is green with or without yellow

stripes is the equipment-grounding conductor. If repair or replacement of the cord or plug is

necessary, do not connect the equipment-grounding conductor to a live terminal. Check with a

qualified electrician or serviceman if the grounding instructions are not completely understood, or

if in doubt as to whether the appliance is properly grounded. Do not modify the plug provided with

the appliance. If it will not fit the outlet, have a proper outlet installed by a qualified electrician.

• Read all the instructions before using the appliance.

• To reduce the risk of injury, close supervision is necessary when the appliance is used near

children.

• Do not come into contact with moving parts.

• Keep loose clothing and other loose items away from moving parts.

• To disconnect, turn all controls to the off (“O”) position, then disconnect plug from outlet.

• Do not unplug by pulling on cord. To unplug, grasp the plug, not the cord.

• Unplug power cord when not in use and before servicing or cleaning.

• Connect to a properly grounded outlet only. (See Grounding Instructions.)

• Do not operate any appliance with a damaged cord or plug, or after the appliance

• Return appliance to nearest authorized service facility for examination, repair or electrical or

mechanical adjustment.

malfunctions or is dropped or damaged in any manner.

GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS

DANGER

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