Panasonic SR-SG501 Operating Instructions Manual page 3

●Do not spill water or other liquid on the connector such as the instrument plug.
(So as not to cause an electric shock, or fire caused by short circuit.)
●Do not place the stirring blade near small metal objects.
(So as to avoid small metal objects from sticking onto the stirring blade and mixed into the dish, resulting in
accidental ingestion or scratches of the pan.)
● When cooking sticky food, do not use the manual exhaust steam function.
(So as not to cause food ejection, resulting in burns.)
● Do not attempt to do the followings.
(So as not to cause electric shock, short-circuit or fire.)
• Do not connect or disconnect the power plug with wet hands.
• Do not use damaged power plug or loose power outlet.
• Do not carry out any operation which may damage the power cord or the power plug. Do not damage the
power cord or the power plug, or forcibly process, bend, twist, pull, or place them in a hot place, or place
heavy objects on top of them or get them bunched.
• Do not let anyone lick the instrument plug. Pay an extra attention to infants.
● 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.
(So as not to cause fire or injury.)
● The stirring blade of this product contains magnet. If you are implanted with a pacemaker,
please do not get close to the stirring blade.
(So as to avoid the magnet from affecting the pacemaker.)
● Single-phase bipolar grounded power outlet should be used for this product to ensure reliable
grounding! If grounding device is not installed, it may cause electrostatic induction of other
metal parts such as housing.
(So as not to cause the risk of electric shock due to failure or electric leakage.)
● Make sure that the power plug and the instrument plug are fully inserted in place.
(So as not to cause an electric shock or fire due to heat.)
● Please use an independent power with the voltage of AC 220 V/10 A.
(Using the unit together with other equipment on the same outlet can cause overheating and fire.)
● Remove dust on the power plug regularly.
(Dust accumulated on the power plug may cause insulation failure due to moisture, which could result in fire.)
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Disconnect the power plug and wipe it with a dry cloth.
● Please check regularly the steam vent, nozzle and nozzle cap used to release steam,
and make sure they are not clogged.
(So as not to cause the abnormal pressure rise.)
● Be sure to mount the pressure valve.
(So as not to cause overflow burns or poor cooking effect due to abnormal pressure.)
● If an exception or malfunction occurs, stop using the pressure cooker immediately and
unplug the power plug.
(So as not to cause smoke, fire, electric shock, burns or injury.)
Abnormalities • Malfunction Cases
• The power plug and cord become abnormally hot.
• The power cord is damaged or power failure occurs when being touched.
• The main body is deformed or abnormally hot.
• The main body emits smoke or burning smell.
• The main body is broken, loose or makes abnormal noise.
• A lot of steam is discharged out of the steam vent, but the pressure indicator pin is not elevated.
• In the non-exhaust steam state, a lot of steam is discharged out from the steam vent suddenly.
(The safety valve may be melted)
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Immediately contact service center for inspection or repair.
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