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IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS
Carefully read all instructions before operating this appliance and
save for further reference.
Do not attempt to use this appliance for any other
than the intended use, described in these instructions. Any other use, especially misu-
se, can cause severe injuries or damage by electric shock, moving parts, heat or fire.
Any operation, repair and technical maintenance of the appliance or any part of it
other than described in these instructions may only be performed at an authorised
service centre. Please contact your vendor.
• This appliance is for household use only and NOT intended for use in moving
vehicles. Do not operate or store the appliance in humid or wet areas or outdoo-
rs. Any use of accessories, attachments or spare parts not recommended by the
manufacturer may result in damage and/or injuries to persons.
• Check the entire appliance and its accessories regularly for proper operation—
especially the power cord. Do not operate the appliance, when the appliance or
any part of it is likely to be damaged, to avoid risk of fire, electric shock or any
other damage and/or injuries to persons. The appliance is likely to be damaged if
the appliance has been subject to inadmissible strain (e.g. overheating, mechani-
cal or electric shock), or if there are any cracks, excessively frayed or melted parts,
or distortions, or if the appliance is not working properly. In this case, immedia-
tely unplug the appliance and return the entire appliance (including all parts and
accessories) to an authorised service centre for examination and repair.
• This appliance is NOT intended for use by persons (including children) with red-
uced physical, sensory or mental capabilities, or lack of experience and know-
ledge, unless they have been given supervision or instruction concerning use of the
appliance by a person responsible for their safety. Children must be supervised to
ensure that they do not play with the appliance or any parts of the appliance or
the packaging. Always keep the appliance where it is dry and clean and where
young children cannot reach it. Do not leave the appliance unattended, when it
is in reach of young children or when the appliance is connected to the power
supply.
• Risk of suffocation! Do not let young children play with the foils or
bags or packaging.
• Never place heavy or hard objects on the appliance or any part of it. Take care
that no one will pull the appliance by the power cord.
• The work space has to be easily accessible, solid, even, dry and of sufficient size.
Immediately wipe off spilled liquids. The sealing band could get very hot as a
result of repeated sealing processes. Avoid touching the sealing band immediately
after operation with any parts of your body or heat-sensitive items.
• Do not place the appliance near the edge of the table or counter or
