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Safety reminders
Read and follow the instructions for use. Keep them for future use.
Safety Instructions
• This appliance complies with the safety regulations and conditions in effect at the
time of manufacture.
• Check that the power supply voltage corresponds to that shown on the appliance
(alternating current).
• Given the diverse standards in effect, if the appliance is used in a country other than
that in which it is purchased, have it checked by an approved service centre.
• Do not place the appliance near a heat source or in a hot oven, as serious damage
could result.
• This appliance is designed for domestic use only. In case of professional use,
inappropriate use or failure to comply with the instructions, the manufacturer accepts
no responsibility and the guarantee does not apply.
Connecting to the power supply
• Do not use the appliance if:
- it or its cord is damaged.
- the appliance has fallen or shows visible damage or does not work properly.
• In these cases, the appliance must be sent to an approved Service Centre. Do not take
the appliance apart yourself.
• Always plug the appliance into an earthed socket.
• Do not use an extension lead. If you accept liability for doing so, only use an extension
lead which is in good condition, has an earthed plug and is suited to the power of the
appliance.
• If the power supply cord is damaged, it must be replaced by the manufacturer, an
authorised service centre or a similarly qualified person in order to avoid any danger.
• Do not leave the cord hanging.
• Do not unplug the appliance by pulling on the cord.
• Always unplug the appliance immediately after use; when moving it; prior to any
cleaning or maintenance.
Using
• Use a flat and stable, heat resistant work surface, away from any water splashes.
• Never leave the appliance in operation unattended. Keep away from children.
• Keep out of the reach of children.
• Burns can occur by touching the hot surface of the appliance, the hot water, the
steam or the food.
• Never try to operate the appliance when the bowl is empty or without the bowl.
• The cooking function/knob must be allowed to operate freely. Do not prevent or
obstruct the function from automatically changing to the keep warm function.
• Do not remove the bowl while the appliance is working.
• Do not put the appliance directly onto a hot surface, or any other source of heat or
flame, as it will cause a failure or danger.
• The bowl and the heating plate should be in direct contact. Any object or food
inserted between these two parts would stop the correct operation.
• Do not put any food or water into the appliance until the bowl is in place.
• Respect the levels indicated in the recipes.
• During cooking, the appliance gives out heat and steam. Keep face and hands away.
Do not get face and hands close to the steam outlet. Do not obstruct the steam
outlet.
• Do not immerse the body in water nor pour water into it, only into the bowl.
• Should any part of your appliance catch fire, do not attempt to put it out with water.
To smother the flames use a damp tea towel.
• Any intervention should only be made by a service centre with original spare parts.
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