• Children must be supervised at all times to ensure they do not play with
the appliance.
• Do not leave the packing components near children because they are poten-
tially dangerous.
• In the event that this appliance is to be disposed of, it is recommended that
the power chord be cut. It is also recommended that all potentially danger-
ous components are rendered harmless to prevent children from hurting
themselves when playing with the apparatus.
• Before connecting the appliance to the power supply, make sure that the
voltage indicated on the plate on the bottom of the machine corresponds
to the local mains voltage.
• Never let the live parts come in to contact with water this may cause a
short-circuit.
• 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 into the outlet, revers the
plug. If it still does not fit, contact a qualified electrician. Do not attempt to
modify the plug in any way.
• Before filling the tank with water, remember to always disconnect the ap-
pliance at the socket.
• If the electric cable is damaged it must be replaced by the manufacturer
or its Technical Assistance Service, or in any case by a person with similar
qualifications.
• Never let the live parts come into contact with water: this may cause a short
circuit!
• Unplug before any cleaning or maintenance operations.
• DO NOT IMMERSE THE APPLIANCE IN WATER OR OTHER LIQUIDS.
• Unplug the appliance from the electricity supply immediately in the case of
faults, defects or suspected defects after dropping. Never operate the ap-
pliance if defective. REPAIRS MAY ONLY BE CARRIED OUT BY AUTHO-
RIZED ASSISTANCE SERVICE CENTRES. The manufacturer disclaims
all responsibility for any damage caused by incorrect repair work.
Danger of damage originating from other causes
• To reduce the risk of injury, do not drape cord over the counter top or table
top where it can be pulled on by children or tripped over unintentionally.
• Always attach plug to appliance first, then plug cord into the wall outlet.
• To disconnect, turn any control to "off", then remove plug from wall outlet.
• Do not lift the appliance by grasping its water tank, but only by grasping its
body.
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Danger due to electricity