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Important recommendations
Safety instructions
• Read these instructions carefully and keep them in a safe place.
• This appliance is not intended to be operated using an external timer or separate remote
control system.
• For your safety, this appliance conforms with applicable standards and regulations
(Directives on Low Voltage, Electromagnetic Compatibility, Materials in contact with food,
Environment, etc.).
• Check that the voltage of your mains network corresponds to the voltage given on the rating
plate on the appliance (alternative current).
• Given that there are so many different standards, if the appliance is to be used in a country
other than that in which it was bought, have it checked by Approved Service Centre.
• This product has been designed for domestic use only. Any commercial use, inappropriate
use or failure to comply with the instructions, the manufacturer accepts no responsibility and
the guarantee will not apply.
• This appliance is intended to be used only in the household. It is not intended to be used in
the following applications, and the guarantee will not apply for:
- staff kitchen areas in shops, offices and other working environments;
- farm houses inns,
- clients in hotels, motels and other residential type environments,
- bed and breakfast type environments.
Connecting to the power supply
• Do not use the appliance if it or the power cord is damaged or if it has fallen and has visible
damage or appears to be working abnormally. If this occurs, the appliance must be sent to
an Approved Service Centre.
• Do not use an extension lead. If you nevertheless decide to do so, under your own
responsibility, use an extension lead that is in good condition and compliant with the power
of the appliance.
• For models with detachable power cords, only use the original power cord.
• If the power cord is damaged, it must be replaced by the manufacturer, an approved After-
Sales Service or a similarly qualified person, in order to avoid any danger. Never take the
appliance apart yourself.
• Do not let the power cord dangle.
• Do not unplug the appliance by pulling on the power cord.
• Always unplug your appliance: after use, to move it, or to clean it.
Operation
• Use the appliance on a flat, stable, heat-resistant work surface away from water splashes.
• This appliance is not designed to be used by people (including children) with a physical,
sensory or mental impairment, or people without knowledge or experience, unless they are
supervised or given prior instructions concerning the use of the appliance by someone
responsible for their safety. Children must be supervised to ensure that they do not play with
the appliance.
• The work surface can become hot when the appliance is operating, which could cause
burns. Do not touch the hot surfaces of the appliance (the lid, visible metal parts, etc).
• Do not use the appliance close to inflammable materials (blinds, curtains, etc), nor close to
an external heat source (gas hob, hotplate, etc).
