Operating Instructions
Thank you for selecting our product. We hope that you will
enjoy use of the appliance.
Symbols in these Instructions for Use
Important information for your safety is specially marked. It is
essential to comply with these instructions in order to avoid
accidents and prevent damage to the machine:
WARNING:
This warns you of dangers to your health and indicates pos-
sible injury risks.
CAUTION:
This refers to possible hazards to the machine or other
objects.
NOTE:
This highlights tips and information.
General Safety Instructions
Read the operating instructions carefully before putting the
appliance into operation and keep the instructions including the
warranty, the receipt and, if possible, the box with the internal
packing. If you give this device to other people, please also
pass on the operating instructions.
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The appliance is designed exclusively for private use and
for the envisaged purpose. This appliance is not fit for
commercial use. Do not use it outdoors. Keep it away from
sources of heat, direct sunlight, humidity (never dip it into
any liquid) and sharp edges. Do not use the appliance with
wet hands. If the appliance is humid or wet, unplug it imme-
diately.
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When cleaning or putting it away, switch off the appliance
and always pull out the plug from the socket (pull the plug
itself, not the lead) if the appliance is not being used and
remove the attached accessories.
Do not operate the machine without supervision. If you
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leave the room you should always turn the device off.
Remove the plug from the socket.
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The device and the mains lead have to be checked regu-
larly for signs of damage. If damage is found the device
must not be used.
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Do not try to repair the appliance on your own. Always
contact an authorized technician. To avoid the exposure
to danger, always have a faulty cable be replaced only by
the manufacturer, by our customer service or by a qualified
person and with a cable of the same type.
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Use only original spare parts.
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Pay careful attention to the following "Special Safety
Instructions".
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Children and Frail Individuals
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In order to ensure your children's safety, please keep all
packaging (plastic bags, boxes, polystyrene etc.) out of
their reach.
WARNING!
Caution! Do not allow small children to play with the foil
as there is a danger of suffocation!
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This device is not intended to be used by individuals
(including children) who have restricted physical, sensory
or mental abilities and/or insufficient knowledge and/or ex-
perience, unless they are supervised by an individual who
is responsible for their safety or have received instructions
on how to use the device.
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Children should be supervised at all times in order to
ensure that they do not play with the device.
Special safety instructions
WARNING:
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Hot steam is emitted from the lid during operation and
when the lid is opened! Danger of scalding!
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Be sure to hold the lid only by the intended handles after
cooking. Risk of steam burns!
CAUTION:
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Fill water into the rice pot only, never into the housing.
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Use the inner pot (rice pot) only as an insert for this
device. It is not suitable for other hobs!
NOTE:
A safety mechanism prevents switching on into the cooking
process when the rice pot has not been inserted correctly.
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Place the appliance on an even, moisture and heat-
resistant surface.
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Use a heat-resistant plate when placing on sensitive
surfaces.
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Keep the unit at a safe distance from easily inflammable
objects such as furniture, curtains, etc. (30 cm).
Intended use
This appliance is intended for
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preparing rice and keeping it warm;
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steam-cooking of food.
After reading the instructions and by complying with the instruc-
tion manual, the appliance may be used in the household and
in similar fields of application, such as:
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in personel kitchens of stores, offices, and other areas of
operation;
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in agricultural premises;
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on bed & breakfast accommodations.