WHEN USING ELECTRICAL APPLIANCES, BASIC SAFETY PRECAUTIONS NEED TO BE FOLLOWED AT ALL TIMES TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE, ELECTRICAL SHOCK AND INJURY. READ THE INSTRUCTION MANUAL PRIOR TO USING THE APPLIANCE. • Keep appliance out of reach of young children. • 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 have been given supervision or instruction concerning use of the appliance by a person responsible for their safety. • Children should be supervised to ensure that they DO NOT play with the appliance. • Ensure children and babies do not play with plastic bags or any packaging materials. • DO NOT disassemble the appliance. There are no user serviceable parts inside. • DO NOT store explosive substances such as aerosol cans with a flammable propellant in this appliance. • This appliance is intended to be used in household and similar applications. • WARNING: When positioning the appliance, ensure the supply cord is not trapped or damaged. • WARNING: DO NOT locate multiple portable socket-outlets or portable power supplies at the rear of the appliance. • WARNING: Ensure that appliance does not get wet (water splashes etc.). • DO NOT use appliance with wet hands. • DO NOT immerse appliance in water or other liquids or use near sinks, baths or showers. • Always operate the appliance from a power source of the same voltage, frequency and rating as indicated on the product identification plate. • Position the power supply lead properly so that they will not be walked on or pinched by items placed on or against them. • Use appliance only for its intended use. Appliance is intended for household use only and not for commercial or industrial use. • DO NOT use appliance if it has been dropped or any part of appliance (including cord or plug) has been damaged. For electrical safety, contact Homedics Customer Service regarding any repairs to the product must be performed by a qualified electrical person only. • If the supply cord is damaged, it must be replaced in order to avoid a hazard. • Use only accessories supplied with the product. The use of accessories not intended for use with this appliance may cause injuries to the user or damage to the appliance. • DO NOT install the unit on other appliances, on uneven surfaces or where it could be subject to: heat sources (e.g. radiators or stoves), direct sunlight, excessive dust or mechanical vibrations. • Appliance should not be used outdoors, placed near a hot gas or electrical burner or placed in a heated oven. • DO NOT install near any heat sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other apparatus that produce heat. • DO NOT operate appliance underneath or near flammable or combustible materials (e.g., curtains). Keep at least 300mm clearance around sides, back, front and top. • Unplug this appliance during lightning storms or when unused for long periods of time. • DO NOT block any ventilation openings. • Unplug the appliance before cleaning. • Any repairs to the product must be carried out by qualified electrical person only or the product must be disposed of. There are no user serviceable parts in this appliance. • If this appliance is used by a third party, please supply the instruction manual with it. • DO NOT misuse the cord. Never carry the appliance by the cord or pull to disconnect it from the outlet. Instead, grasp the plug and pull to disconnect. • DO NOT insert or allow foreign objects to enter the grille openings as this may cause damage to the appliance and/or injury to the user. • Be sure the unit is placed on stable surface when operating. • Turn off and unplug the unit before moving. Unplug from the power socket by grasping the plug body - DO NOT pull on the cord. • If using the Heating function, take care as the internal surface temperatures may burn the skin. • No liability can be accepted for any damage caused by non-compliance with these instructions or any other improper use or mishandling of appliance.