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level indicator. Overfi lling
the container may cause
danger from boiling water
being forced out.
∙ Also beware of the danger
of scalding from hot steam
being emitted. Therefore,
do not touch any parts of
the appliance except the
handle during use.
∙ Caution! During the boiling
process and when pouring
out hot water, the lid must
be kept closed at all times.
∙ The kettle may only
be operated with the
base provided with the
appliance.
∙ Never remove the water
container from the base
(or replace it) while the
appliance is switched on.
∙ If the water container is not
on its base, ensure that it
cannot slip on any smooth
surface.
∙ The electrical connections
in the base must be
protected at all times
against possible contact
with water.
∙ Caution: Any misuse of
the appliance can cause
severe personal injury.
∙ Caution: Keep any packaging materials
well away from children – such materials
are a potential source of danger, e.g. of
suffocation.
∙ Every time the appliance is used, the
main body including the power cord as
well as any attachment fi tted should
be checked thoroughly for any defects.
Should the appliance, for instance, have
been dropped onto a hard surface, or if
excessive force has been used to pull
the power cord, it must no longer be
used: even invisible damage may have
adverse effects on the operational safety
of the appliance.
∙ The appliance must be used only on a
heat-resistant, level surface.
∙ Do not operate the appliance below
a hanging cupboard or similar object;
there is a risk that escaping steam may
be trapped underneath.
∙ Do not allow the appliance or its power
cord to come into contact with open
fl ames or any hot surfaces such as hot-
plates.
∙ Do not let the power cord hang free, and
keep the cord well away from hot parts
