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Plan a stable counter, ventilation, outlet, door swing, hot surfaces, supervision, smoke alarms, and emergency response.
Place the oven on a level surface that supports its weight and leaves every manufacturer-required side, rear, and overhead clearance. Keep it away from water, curtains, paper, cabinets, and anything that can melt or ignite.
Do not place it on a stovetop, another appliance, or an unstable cart. Account for heat and steam leaving the door and vents.
Use the outlet and circuit specified by the manufacturer. Route the cord so it cannot touch hot surfaces, cross water, hang where it can be pulled, or become trapped under the appliance.
Do not use an extension cord, adapter, or smart plug unless the manufacturer explicitly approves that setup.
Remain in the kitchen and check food frequently, especially during toast, broil, air fry, and high-sugar or high-fat cooking. Keep smoke alarms installed and working.
Do not store items on top of the oven or inside the chamber, and keep children and pets outside the hot-door and cord zone.
If food ignites, keep the door closed, turn the oven off, and unplug it only if you can do so safely. Do not throw water into an energized appliance or grease fire.
Call emergency services when a fire does not go out immediately or conditions are unsafe. Replace or professionally inspect a damaged appliance before reuse.
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Hamilton Beach 4-Slice Toaster Oven fits the shopper who wants a straightforward budget toaster oven for toast, reheating, and small-batch cooking without paying for extra modes you will not use.
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