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Dear Customer,
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Please read these instructions
carefully.
Pay special attention to the safety
instructions on the first pages.
Keep the instructions in a safe
place for future reference. Give
them to any new owners of the ap-
pliance.
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Using the warning triangle and/or
the key words (Danger!, Caution!,
Important!), information that is
important for your safety or the
correct functioning of the appli-
ance is highlighted. It is essential
that this information is observed.
0 This symbol guides you step by
step through the operation of the
appliance.
Next to this symbol you will find
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additional information and practi-
cal tips on using the appliance.
Tips and information about the
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economical and environmentally
friendly use of the appliance are
marked with the clover.
Appliance Description (Fig. 1)
A
Drip tray (detachable)
B
Bottom plate (flat), sloping to drain
fat away, with non stick coating
C
Top plate (ribbed)
with non stick coating
D
Thermostat variable heat control
E
Cool touch grip
F
Warm Up Light (red)
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Ready Light (green)
H
Securing latch
J
Non-slip rubber feet
K
Rating label (underside of
appliance)
L
Cord storage (underside of
appliance)
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Safety Instructions
This appliance corresponds to
accepted technological standards
with regards to safety. Neverthe-
less, as a manufacturer we con-
sider it our obligation to make you
aware of the following safety infor-
mation.
General Safety
• The appliance should only be con-
nected to mains supplies with the
same voltage and frequency rat-
ings as those indicated on the Rat-
ings Label.
• Always remove the plug when the
appliance is not in use.
• In the event of a malfunction,
unplug the appliance first!
• Never pull the plug out of the
power socket by pulling on the
cord.
• Do not use the appliance if the
mains cable is damaged or the
housing is visibly damaged.
• Never try to operate the appliance
if
– the casing has been damaged,
– the cord has been damaged.
• If the supply cord is damaged, it
must be replaced by the manufac-
turer, its service agent or similarly
qualified persons in order to avoid
a hazard.
• Repairs to this appliance may only
be carried out by qualified service
engineers. Considerable danger
may result from improper repairs. If
repairs become necessary, please
contact the Customer Care
Department or your authorised
dealer.
• This appliance is not intended for
use by persons (including chil-
dren) with reduced physical, sen-
sory or mental capabilities, or lack
of experience and knowledge,
unless they have been given
supervision or instruction concern-