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SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
• Read all instructions in this manual carefully. Only use the appliance as described in
this manual. Do not use the appliance except as intended.
• When using electrical appliances, basic safety precautions should always be
followed to reduce the risk of fire, electric hazard and injury to persons, including
the following.
• Do not touch hot surfaces.
• To protect against electrical shock, do not place this appliance in water or other
liquid. See the instructions for cleaning in the section "Cleaning and care".
• Only use the appliance under supervision. Place the hotplate out of the reach of
children.
• Children should be supervised to ensure that they do not play with the appliance.
• This appliance can be used by children aged from 8 years and above and persons
with reduced physical, sensory or mental capabilities or lack of experience and
knowledge if they have been given supervision or instruction concerning use of the
appliance by a person responsible for their safety.
• The appliance is not intended to be operated by means of an external timer or
separate remote-control system.
• Place the appliance on a flat, stable surface.
• Do not use the appliance in narrow, poorly ventilated rooms.
• Unplug the main power from the wall socket when not in use and before cleaning.
Switch off the appliance before unplugging it from the mains. Allow to cool before
cleaning the appliance.
• Do not operate any appliance with a damaged cord or plug or after the appliance
malfunctions, or has been damaged in any manner. Return appliance to the nearest
authorized service facility for examination, repair or adjustment.
• The surface of the hotplate is made of crystal glass and covers live parts of the
appliance: If the glass surface of the hotplate is damaged or has cracks, switch off
the appliance immediately and disconnect the mains plug to avoid the possibility of
an electric shock.
• To reduce the risk of injury, use accessory attachments only if recommended by the
appliance manufacturer.
• Do not use the appliance outdoors, while standing in a damp area or near an open
fire.
• Do not let the power cord hang over the edge of a table or counter, or touch hot
surfaces. Do not bend the power cord as this may cause damage.
• Do not place on or near a hot gas or electric burner, or in a heated oven.
• Do not use the hotplate without a pot.
• Extreme caution must be used when moving any pot or pan containing hot oil or
liquids from this appliance.
• When heating the hotplate, do not place any plastic containers or paper on
the hotplate and make sure that there are no fabric or plastic products near the
hotplate.
• Do not handle the power cord or plug with wet hands.
• Do not place metallic objects such as knives, forks, spoons and lids on the hotplate
as they can become hot.