S P E C IA L S E L E C T
USE & CARE INSTRUCTIONS
14 CUP AUTOMATIC
RICE COOKER
FSRC140
IM P ORTANT SAFEGUARDS
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 Body (appliance) in water or other liquid.
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. Contact Consumer Service for examination, repair or
adjustment.
7.The use of accessory attachments not recommended by the
appliance manufacturer may cause injuries.
8.Do not use outdoors.
9.Do not let cord hang over edge of table or counter, or touch
hot surfaces.
10. Do not place on or near a hot gas or electric burner, or in a
heated oven.
11. Extreme caution must be used when moving an appliance
containing hot oil or other hot liquids.
12. To disconnect, raise Selector Lever to WARM, then remove the
plug from wall outlet.
13. Do not use appliance for other than intended use.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
FOR HOUS EHOLD US E ONLY
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ADDITIONAL IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS (Cont.)
16. Lift off Lid carefully to avoid scalding, and allow water to drip
into Rice Cooker.
17. To reduce the risk of electric shock, cook only in the removable
container (Cooking Pot). Never pour liquid directly into the
Heating Body, only into the Cooking Pot.
POLARIZED PLUG
This appliance has a polarized plug (one blade is wider than the
other). To reduce the risk of electric shock, this plug is intended to
fit into a polarized outlet only one way. If the plug does not fit fully
in the outlet, reverse the plug. If it still does not fit, contact a
qualified electrician. Do not attempt to modify the plug in any way.
SHORT CORD INSTRUCTIONS
A short power-supply cord is provided to reduce the risk resulting
from becoming entangled in or tripping over a longer cord.
Longer detachable power-supply cords or extension cords are
available and may be used if care is exercised in their use.
If a longer detachable power-supply cord or extension cord is used,
(1) the marked electrical rating of the cord set or extension cord
should be at least as great as the electrical rating of the appliance,
and (2) the longer cord should be arranged so that it will not drape
over the countertop or tabletop where it can be pulled on by
children or tripped over unintentionally.
BEFORE USING FOR THE FIRST TIME
Clean the Glass Lid, Cooking Pot, Wire Steaming Rack, Rice Paddle
and Rice Measuring Cup following the Cleaning Instructions
described in this Manual.
DO NOT IMMERSE THE HEATING BODY OR CORD OF THE
RICE COOKER IN WATER OR ANY OTHER LIQUID!
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GETTING TO KNOW YOUR
FARBERWARE® FSRC1 4 0 1 4 CUP
AUTOMATIC RICE COOKER
PRODUCT MAY VARY SLIGHTLY FROM ILLUSTRATIONS
1.
13.
2.
4.
3.
5.
10.
12.
9.
6.
7.
11.
1. Lid Handle (P/N 20652W)
2. Glass Lid Assembly (P/N 20114W)
3. Steam Vent
4. Wire Steaming Rack (P/N 20119)
5. Cooking Pot (P/N 20120)
6. Heating Body
7. Rice Cooking Selector Lever
8. COOK Light
9. POWER ON/WARM Light
10. Power Supply Cord
11. Rice Paddle (P/N 20112)
12. Rice Measuring Cup (P/N 20111)
13. Heating Plate
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IMPORTANT INFORMATION
READ BEFORE USING YOUR FARBERWARE AUTOMATIC RICE
COOKER FOR THE FIRST TIME.
• Read all instructions.
• Wash Cooking Pot, Wire Steaming Rack, Glass Lid, Rice
Measuring Cup and Rice Paddle in warm, soapy water. Rinse
and dry well.
• Never immerse Heating Body in water.
• Never place liquid in the Heating Body. Place it only in the
Cooking Pot.
• Never try to force the Rice Cooking Selector Lever to stay in the
COOK Mode after it has moved up to the WARM Mode.
• Never plug in the Cooker without first placing the Cooking Pot
inside the Heating Body.
• Always be sure Cooking Pot contains liquid in the Cooking Pot
when you plug in the Cooker.
• Remember that the Rice Measuring Cup is not a standard
measuring cup. When filled, it measures approximately
3/4 cup.
• Never wash any removable parts of the Cooker in the
dishwasher.
• Save these instructions and refer to them often.
• If the outside of the Cooking Pot is wet when placed into the
Cooker, this may cause a cracking noise while the unit heats
up. Also, this may cause damage to the inner working of the
appliance, so always wipe the outside of the Cooking Pot
completely dry before use.
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INSTRUCTIONS FOR USE
COOKING RICE
Many varieties of rice can be used, including basmati, wild, black
rice, arborio, risotto, saffron rice, brown, and long grain. Do not
use this Rice Cooker to cook instant rice.
A 180 ml (3/4 cup) Rice Measuring Cup is included with your
Rice Cooker.
1. Make sure the Rice Cooker is unplugged. Take the Cooking Pot
out of the Rice Cooker.
2.Using the Rice Measuring Cup provided, measure the amount
of raw rice that you would like to cook.
NOTE: Make sure that the rice is leveled when the Rice Measuring
Cup is filled.
3. For Best Results...Rinse Your Rice Before Cooking
Pour desired amount of rice into a separate container. Wash
and rinse the rice until the rinse water is clear.*
4.Place rinsed rice into the Cooking Pot.
5.When using your Rice Cooker, you may use either of 2 methods
to measure the amount of water to use:
• The Rice Measuring Cup provided
OR
• The Markings on the inside of the Cooking Pot.
6.When cooking long grain white rice, using the Rice Measuring
Cup, add an equal amount of water to the Cooking Pot.
RAW RICE
WATER TO BE ADDED
14 Rice Measuring Cups
12 Rice Measuring Cups
10 Rice Measuring Cups
8 Rice Measuring Cups
6 Rice Measuring Cups
4 Rice Measuring Cups
2 Rice Measuring Cups
14 Rice Measuring Cups
12 Rice Measuring Cups
10 Rice Measuring Cups
8 Rice Measuring Cups
6 Rice Measuring Cups
4 Rice Measuring Cups
2 Rice Measuring Cups
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INSTRUCTIONS FOR USE (Continued)
MAX LEVEL
Do not add water
above this Line.
7.Or, you may measure the water using the markings on the
inside of the Cooking Pot.
*For information regarding rinsing rice, please refer to
Cooking Rice General Information Section.
(See illustration above.) Add rice to Cooking Pot first. then add
water to the corresponding level.
Example: To prepare 12 Rice Measuring Cups of raw rice, rinse
rice and add to the Cooking Pot; add water up to LEVEL
INDICATOR 12.
(As you gain experience, adjust water to personal taste.)
8.Replace the Cooking Pot back into the Automatic Rice Cooker’s
Heating Body.
Rotate it slightly to make sure that it is well seated on the
Heating Plate.
NOTE: Always wipe the outside of the Cooking Pot completely dry
before use. If the outside of the Cooking Pot is wet when
placed into the Cooker, this may cause a cracking noise while
the unit heats up. Also, this may cause damage to the inner
workings of the appliance.
9. Replace the Glass Lid.
CAUTION: Do not operate the Automatic Rice Cooker
without replacing the Lid. Burns or other serious
injury may occur.
10. Plug the Automatic Rice Cooker into a 120V AC electrical
outlet. The POWER ON/WARM Light will illuminate.
Press the Rice Cooking Selector Lever down. The COOK Light
will illuminate and the cooking process will begin.
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INSTRUCTIONS FOR USE (Continued)
11. When the Automatic Rice Cooker is done cooking, the Selector
Lever will rise and the Rice Cooker will automatically go into
the WARM Mode.
For best results, let the cooked rice sit for 15 minutes before
stirring or removing. This allows the steam to finish the
cooking process.
12. Mix the rice.
After rice has steamed for 15 minutes, carefully open the Lid as
steam will escape. Use the Rice Paddle provided or any other
non-metal long-handle utensil to scoop and mix the rice well.
Allow all steam to escape.
13. Keep Warm.
When the cooking is completed, the Selector Lever will rise
and the Automatic Rice Cooker will automatically go into the
WARM Mode.
If the WARM Mode is not desired, simply unplug the Automatic
Rice Cooker from the wall. Do not touch the Heating Body or
Cooking Pot until they have cooled completely.
14. Allow the Automatic Rice Cooker to cool completely
before cleaning.
15. When the Automatic Rice Cooker is not being used, please
keep it unplugged.
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COOKING RICE
GENERAL INFORMATION
Rice is grown on marshy land that floods easily. It does not need
to be milled or ground; only the outer husks must be removed,
leaving behind what is known as brown or whole rice, the most
nutritious of rices.
Information has recently been published about more healthful ways
to eat, by consuming less fat, less protein and more complex
carbohydrates in our diets. Because brown rice is about 8%
protein, 87% carbohydrates and almost no fat, it is a perfect
ingredient in a healthful diet.
Because rice is a valuable source of carbohydrates, it is starchy by
nature. To obtain fluffier, less starchy rice, you can rinse the rice
before cooking. But by rinsing or soaking the rice, you lose some of
the vitamins, which are water soluble. Please refer to your rice
package directions for specific instructions.
TYPES OF RICE
Brown Rice - Contains more vitamin B complex, iron and calcium
and takes longer to cook than white rice. Its flavor is nutty and its
texture is chewy. (See Cooking Chart.)
White Rice - Includes several kinds of white rice, most of which
can be prepared in your FARBERWARE® Automatic Rice Cooker.
Long-Grain Rice - Less starchy than short-grain rice, so it separates
into individual grains more than short-grain rice.
Short-Grain Rice - More moist and tender than long-grain rice. It
has a softer texture and starchier flavor.
White rice will take about 20-25 minutes to cook, (brown rice
approximately 50 minutes). When rice is done, the Selector Lever
will rise and the Automatic Rice Cooker will automatically go into
the WARM Mode. Allow rice to stand on WARM for 10 to 15
minutes to ensure fluffy rice. You can keep cooked rice on the
WARM setting for several hours without the taste of the rice being
affected. Do not remove Cover until ready to serve. The Cooking
Pot remains very hot after cooking or keeping warm. Use a pot
holder when handling.
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W HY RICE?
Grains (including rice) are finally getting the attention they
deserve as they move into the nutritional spotlight. The new
USDA dietary recommendations highlight grains as an essential
part of a healthy, whole foods diet. With their impressive fiber,
complex carbohydrates and protein profiles, they are, without a
doubt, some of Mother Nature’s most perfect foods.
Grains are the edible portion of cereal plants. The grain or kernel
is technically a complete fruit and houses most of its nutritional
value. In addition to their high fiber content, grains are an
excellent source of B vitamins and many minerals, including
magnesium, iron, zinc, potassium and selenium. The germ oils
found in the germ layers of whole grains contain vitamin E, an
important antioxidant.
GRAIN GLOSSARY
Rice is a staple food in many countries. Although long-grain rice
is consumed more than any other rice around the world, it is
inferior to brown rice in both taste and nutrition. Brown rice is
not only more complete nutritionally, it has a wonderful nutty
aroma and flavor.
Polished rice (white) has been bleached, cleaned, pearled
(polished with talc), then often oiled and coated. This refining
process causes the loss of its hull, bran and germ, which are
removed from the grain (along with most of its nutrients) leaving
only the starchy endosperm. As white rice is rather bland when
eaten by itself, it is usually served under steamed or sauteed
vegetables and topped with a flavorful sauce, such as curry or
peanut.
Long grain brown rice contains fiber and the nutrient-rich bran
and germ, as well as the starchy endosperm. In addition to being
more flavorful, brown rice digests more slowly, which provides
energy over a longer period of time. Brown rice is a satisfying
meal companion and can even serve as the main focus for a
meal. While not as high in protein as wheat and some other
grains (10%), the high quality protein in brown rice is easily
utilized by the body. Brown rice is also a good source of the B
vitamins and serval minerals, including magnesium, potassium,
zinc, iron, and selenium.
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LONG GRAIN BROW N RICE
COOKING CHART
The FARBERWARE® Automatic Rice Cooker automatically switches
from COOK Mode to WARM Mode when all the liquid evaporates
from the Cooking Pot. However, for fluffy rice, allow rice to stand
for approximately 10 minutes, covered, on WARM before serving.
NOTE: Always place rice in Inner Pot before adding water.
AMOUNT OF RAW RICE WATER LEVEL INDICATOR
2 Rice Measuring Cups
3 Rice Measuring Cups
4 Rice Measuring Cups
5 Rice Measuring Cups
6 Rice Measuring Cups
7 Rice Measuring Cups
8 Rice Measuring Cups
9 Rice Measuring Cups
10 Rice Measuring Cups
11 Rice Measuring Cups
12 Rice Measuring Cups
to 4-cup line
to 5-cup line
to 6-cup line
to 7-cup line
to 8-cup line
to 9-cup line
to 10-cup line
to 11-cup line
to 12-cup line
to 13-cup line
to 14-cup line
*Do not exceed 12 Measuring Cups of raw brown rice.
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STEAMING FOOD
GENERAL INFORMATION
Keep the Glass Lid on while cooking or steaming food, unless the
recipe or chart specially calls for removing it. By removing the Glass
Lid unnecessarily, you lose steam and valuable time. If you must
remove it to stir or to add an ingredient, have the Rice Paddle or
ingredient ready, add it, stir quickly and just as quickly replace the
Glass Lid.
USING THE WIRE STEAMING RACK
When steaming vegetables, the Wire Steaming Rack is a
convenient accessory.
1.Clean and prepare your vegetables.
2.Place the Cooking Pot into the Rice Cooker Heating Body. The
length of steaming time is subject to your own personal tastes;
do you prefer al dente (crunchy) steamed vegetables or a
softer consistency?
3.Place the Wire Steaming Rack into the Cooking Pot and add
enough water to be level with the top of the Wire Steaming Rack.
4. Place a heat-resistant container onto the Wire Steaming Rack. Or,
a steaming basket may be placed directly into the Cooking Pot.
5.Add small vegetables to the heat-resistant container or the
steaming basket. Larger vegetables can be placed directly onto
the Steaming Rack. Replace the Glass Lid.
6.Plug the cord into a 120V AC electrical outlet. The POWER
ON/WARM Light will illuminte. Press the Rice Cooking Selector
Lever down to the COOK position. The COOK Light will
illuminte. Steaming will start shortly.
7.Allow vegetables to steam to desired doneness. See Vegetable
Steaming Chart. Periodically check water level so Pot does not
boil dry.
8. The Rice Cooker may automatically switch to WARM. If
additional cooking is desired, unplug the unit and add more
water. Replace the Glass Lid. Plug in the Rice Cooker, press the
Rice Cooking Selector Lever down to COOK position and your
Rice Cooker will resume steaming.
9. When your food has reached the desired doneness, raise the Rice
Cooking Selector Lever to WARM and unplug after use.
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FRESH VEGETABLE STEAMING CHART*
VEGETABLE
COOK TIME (Minutes)
8 - 10
Asparagus
Bean Sprouts
Beans: green, wax, French cut
Broccoli
3 - 4
8 - 10
11 - 13
11 - 13
6 - 8
Brussels Sprouts
Cabbage: shredded
wedges
14 - 16
8 - 10
Carrots
Cauliflower
11 - 13
8 - 12
Celery
Greens: collard, spinach, etc.
Mushrooms: fresh sliced
Pea pods
6 - 11
3 - 4
4 - 6
Potatoes (1)
10 - 12
19 - 22
13 - 16
10 - 12
(3)
Squash: acorn, butternut
Zucchini
*We have outlined a general guide to follow. Test for desired
doneness when cooking times indicated have been reached. As you
cook with this appliance, adapt times and measurements to your
own personal tastes.
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USER MAINTENANCE INSTRUCTIONS
This appliance contains no user serviceable parts. Do not
try to repair it yourself. Any servicing requiring disassembly
other than cleaning must be performed by a qualified appliance
repair technician.
Always remember to unplug the unit from the wall outlet when not
in use and before cleaning.
• Be careful not to dent the Cooking Pot, especially the bottom of
it. To work properly and produce the best cooking results, the
Cooking Pot must fit snugly on top of the thermostat.
• DO NOT let loose grains of rice or other food particles fall into
the bottom of the Heating Body because they might prevent the
thermostat from fitting tightly against the bottom of the Cooking
Pot and cause inadequate cooking.
• Use the plastic Rice Paddle or a wooden spoon to stir and remove
food from the Cooking Pot. NEVER use any metal utensils.
• Never use abrasive cleansers or scouring pads because
they can damage the finish of both the Cooking Pot and
Heating Body.
• NEVER POUR LIQUID INTO THE HEATING BODY OR
IMMERSE IT IN WATER.
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CLEANING INSTRUCTIONS
• PLEASE NOTE: It is normal to have a brown ‘rice crust’ coating
the bottom layer of the Cooking Pot when the rice has finished
cooking and steaming.
• This appliance should be cleaned after every use. Unplug the
unit from the wall outlet. NEVER immerse Heating Body or
Power Cord in water. Allow the unit to cool before cleaning.
• Let the Rice Cooker cool. Fill Cooking Pot with warm water and
allow to sit for a while. Wash in warm, soapy water with a
sponge and dry thoroughly with a cloth.
• The Wire Steaming Rack, Glass Lid, Rice Measuring Cup and
Rice Paddle may also be washed in warm, soapy water.
CAUTION: Handle the Glass Lid with extreme care, as it may
become slippery when wet.
• Never wash any removable parts of the Rice Cooker in
the dishwasher.
• The Heating Body can be wiped clean with a soft, slightly
damp cloth or sponge.
• NEVER POUR LIQUID INTO THE HEATING BODY OR
IMMERSE IT IN WATER.
STORING INSTRUCTIONS
Unplug the unit from the wall outlet and clean all parts. Be sure all
parts are dry before storing. Store appliance in its box or in a clean,
dry place. Never store it while it is hot, wet or still plugged in.
Never wrap Power Cord around the appliance.
To avoid damage to the Cooking Pot or Glass Lid, wrap a soft cloth
around the Lid and store it upside down over the Cooking Pot.
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TROUBLE SHOOTING
Symptom
Possible Solutions
No Indicator
Lights are
illuminated.
Make sure the Automatic Rice Cooker is
plugged in.
Water overflows
during cooking.
Before cooking, make sure you don’t fill
above top water level.
Make sure Lid is closed before cooking.
Cooked rice is
too dry or not
completely
cooked.
Before cooking, make sure you add enough
water to the Cooking Pot for the total amount
of raw rice added.
After cooking, add 1/4 cup water and raise
Lever to WARM for 10 minutes. Stir.
Check between the Cooking Pot and Heating
Plate for any foreign substances. Be sure the
area is clean.
Cooked rice is
too watery.
Before cooking, make sure you don’t add
too much water to the Cooking Pot for
the total amount of raw rice added.
Check between the Cooking Pot and
Heating Plate for any foreign substances.
Be sure the area is clean.
Make sure the cooking cycle is not
interrupted. If the Power Cord is
unplugged, the unit will not operate
and the rice will not cook.
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TROUBLE SHOOTING (Cont.)
Symptom
Possible Solutions
Rice is scorched.
Check between the Cooking Pot and
Heating Plate for any foreign substances.
Be sure the area is clean.
Be sure to wash the Cooking Pot after
each use.
Be careful not to add easily-scorched
ingredients such as sugar, to the recipe
before cooking.
Steam escapes
Check between the Glass Lid and Cooking
Pot for foreign substances, including rice
kernels that may prevent the Glass Lid from
closing all the way. Be sure the area is clean.
between Glass Lid
and Cooking Pot
during cooking.
Warmed rice
smells bad or
discolored.
For best results, don’t use the WARM
option with brown rice. The bran in
unrefined grains can “break down”
when kept at low heat for extended
periods of time, causing an
unpleasant smell and taste.
Make sure the Glass Lid is properly
centered in position over Cooking
Pot when using the WARM Mode.
Be sure to wash the Cooking Pot after
each use.
Make sure you don’t leave the
Rice Paddle or other plastics in the
Automatic Rice Cooker while it is
cooking or warming.
If none of these Trouble Shooting solutions are successful, contact
our Consumer Service Dept. at 888-881-8101 for further advice.
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NOTES
ONE-YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY
Warranty: This Farberware® product is warranted by Salton, Inc. to be free from defects in materials or
workmanship for a period of (1) year from the original purchase date. This product warranty covers only the
original consumer purchaser of the product.
Warranty Coverage: This warranty is void if the product has been damaged by accident in shipment,
unreasonable use, misuse, neglect, improper service, commercial use, repairs by unauthorized personnel,
normal wear and tear, improper assembly, installation or maintenance abuse or other causes not arising out of
defects in materials or workmanship. This warranty is effective only if the product is purchased and operated
in the USA, and does not extend to any units which have been used in violation of written instructions
furnished with the product or to units which have been altered or modified or to damage to products or parts
thereof which have had the serial number removed, altered, defaced or rendered illegible.
Implied Warranties: ANY IMPLIED WARRANTIES WHICH THE PURCHASER MAY HAVE ARE LIMITED IN
DURATION TO ONE (1) YEAR FROM THE DATE OF PURCHASE. Some states do not allow limitations on how long
an implied warranty lasts, so the above limitation may not apply to you.
Warranty Performance: During the above one-year warranty period, a product with a defect will be either
repaired or replaced with a reconditioned comparable model (at our option) when the product is returned to
the Repair Center, or the purchase price refunded. The repaired or replacement product will be in warranty for
the balance of the one-year warranty period and an additional one-month period. No charge will be made for
such repair or replacement.
Service and Repair: Should the appliance malfunction, you should first call toll-free 1 (888) 881-8101 between
the hours of 9:00 am and 5:00 pm Central Standard Time and ask for CONSUMER SERVICE stating that you are
a consumer with a problem. Please refer to model number FSRC140 when you call.
In-Warranty Service (USA): For an appliance covered under the warranty period, no charge is made for
service or postage. Call for return authorization 1 (888) 881-8101.
Out-of Warranty Service: A flat rate charge by model is made for out-of-warranty service. Include $12.00
(U.S.) for return shipping and handling. We will notify you by mail of the amount of the charge for service and
require you to pay in advance for the repair or replacement.
For Products Purchased in the USA, but Used in Canada: You may return the product insured, packaged
with sufficient protection, and postage and insurance prepaid to the USA address listed below. Please note
that all customs duty / brokerage fees, if any, must be paid by you and we will require you to pay the cost of
customs duty / brokerage fees to us in advance of our performing any service.
Risk During Shipment: We cannot assume responsibility for loss or damage during incoming shipment. For
your protection, carefully package the product for shipment and insure it with the carrier. Be sure to enclose
the following items with your appliance: any accessories related to your problem, your full return address and
daytime phone number, a note describing the problem you experienced, a copy of your sales receipt or other
proof of purchase to determine warranty status. C.O.D. shipments cannot be accepted.
To return the appliance, ship to:
ATTN: Repair Center
Salton, Inc.
To contact us, please write to, call, or email:
Salton, Inc.
P.O. Box 7366
Columbia, MO 65205-7366
1-888-881-8101
708 South Missouri Street
Macon, MO 63552
E-mail: Farberware-electric@Saltonusa.com
Limitation of Remedies: No representative or person is authorized to assume for Salton, Inc. any other
liability in connection with the sale of our products. There shall be no claims for defects or failure of
performance or product failure under any theory of tort, contract or commercial law including, but not limited
to negligence, gross negligence, strict liability, breach of warranty and breach of contract. Repair,
replacement or refund shall be the sole remedy of the purchaser under this warranty, and in no event shall
Salton be liable for any incidental or consequential damages, losses or expenses. Some states do not
allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages, so the above limitation or exclusion
may not apply to you.
Legal Rights: This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have other rights which vary
from state to state.
©2003 Salton, Inc. All rights reserved.
FARBERWARE® is a registered trademark of Farberware Inc.®
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