Safety instructions
EN
• Mains connection: The voltage must comply with that shown on the appliance label.
• Regulary check if the power cable / appliance / extension lead is defective. Never switch on
damaged appliances (incl. mains lead) – have repairs carried out / obtain replacement
from the manufacturer, the manufacturer's service point or from qualified experts.
• Don't pull the flex over sharp edges. Don't wedge it. Don't bend it. A short circuit can occur
if the cable breaks. Never pull on the mains cable / with damp hands.
• Always switch off the device and plug out the power cable whenever you leave it unattended,
before assembling / disassembling, cleaning, when it fails to work properly, after use.
• Switch the appliance off and pull the plug out of the mains when it is not in use.
• Never immerse appliance in water / other fluids. Danger of short-circuiting!
• If smoke rises from appliance, switch off immediately. Leave door closed to stifle any flames.
• Children aged 8 years or over and persons with reduced physical, sensory or mental capa-
bilities, lack of experience or knowledge may only use the appliance if they are supervised
by a person who is responsible for their safety or if they have been shown how to use the
appliance safely and they have understood the risks inherent in its use. Cleaning and
maintenance tasks may not be carried out by children without supervision.
• Children should not be allowed to play with the appliance. Keep the appliance and its
power cable out of reach of children aged under 8. Never leave the appliance unattended
while in operation.
• Keep packaging (e.g. plastic bags) away from children.
• Never place the appliance / cable on hot surfaces or near open flames. Do not store / expose
the appliance to intense heat (from radiators, prolonged sunshine). Only extinguish burning
appliances using a fire blanket.
• Do not use attachments not recommended / sold by the manufacturer.
• The appliance is designed for household use and not for industrial operation. Do not operate
the appliance outdoors.
• Use the appliance on a dry, even, stable and heat resistant surface. Allow appliance to cool
before storing away.
• Unsupervised operation and / or operation using delay timer occurs at the user's risk.
• Never open the appliance yourself – risk of injury! Only trained experts should repair
electrical appliances. Unskilled repairs can cause considerable danger to the user.
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Safety instructions
EN
• Do not use this appliance near the water (bath-tubs, washbasins, etc.) nor expose it to rain
or other humidity. Ensure hands are dry when using appliance!
• Should however the appliance fall into water, only take it out after pulling the plug. Do not
use the appliance anymore. It has to be checked by an authorized service department first.
• No warranty for any damage can be accepted if the appliance is used for improper purpose,
wrongly operated or unprofessionally repaired. In such a case, any warranty claim is void.
• The appliance is not intended to be operated or connected to an external timer or separate
remote control switch.
• Never place fingers or objects into appliance openings. Do not cover appliance opening.
• Do not use appliance near gas or electric heaters or receiver equipment.
• To allow the air to circulate, the appliance must be placed at a distance of at least 10 cm
(20 cm at the top) from the walls on all sides. Never position where appliance will jut out
over worktop edge / corners.
• The appliance is not suitable for built-in installation.
• Never cover the air vents – risk of overheating! Do not cover appliance with covers, cloths
or objects while in operation.
• Never put the appliance near easily inflamable material (e.g. near / underneath curtains).
• Never operate the device when empty / without water tank in use.
• Be careful of hot, rising steam when removing foods – risk of burn!
• The door and the surface of the housing become hot – danger of burns!
• The appliance will become very hot during use – do not touch, otherwise you may burn
yourself.
• Never move or transport the device when operational.
• Do not use any aggressive cleaning agents / chemicals, adhesive material which make the
appliance permeable. Appliance must always be completely sealed.
• The appliance should be cleaned regularly and all food residue removed. Do not use a
steam cleaner. Caution! Disconnect from mains before cleaning every time.
• Do not put any combustible or meltable containers, metal components, living creatures or
plants in the device. Do not use to dry textiles.
Disposal
• Make worn out appliances unusable. Pull out the mains plug and sever the cord. Electric
appliances are to be returned to a shop of sale or handed over to an official dump. No
household waste. Must be disposed of in accordance with local regulations.
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