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IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS
Carefully read all instructions before operating this appliance and save
the instructions for further reference. Do not
attempt to use this appliance for
any other than the intended use, described in these instructions. Any other use, espe-
cially misuse, can cause severe injuries or damage by electric shock, 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 the use in moving
vehicles. Do not operate or store the appliance in humid or wet areas, outdoors,
or where it is exposed to inadmissible strain. Always keep the appliance and any
parts of it where it is out of reach of young children.
• Check the entire appliance regularly for proper operation. Water reservoir, glass
carafe, and filter basket may not have any scratches or cracks, the power cord
may not be broken, cracked or melted, and the pins of the power plug must be
clean, smooth, and without discoloration. To avoid risk of fire, electric shock or
any other damage and/or injuries to persons, do not operate the appliance,
when the appliance or any part of it was subject to inadmissible strain (e.g. over-
heating, mechanical or electric shock, leakage), or if the appliance is not proper-
ly working. Do not use the appliance, if water accumulates under the appliance
during operation. In this case, immediately unplug the appliance and return the
entire appliance (including all parts and accessories) to an authorised service cen-
tre for examination and repair.
• Do not attempt to operate the appliance using any parts or accessories (e.g. glass
carafe and filter basket) or consumables (filter bags) not recommended by the
manufacturer to avoid risk of overheating, fire, and/or electric shock. Damaged
or unsuitable parts could break or become distorted during operation, and cause
severe injuries to persons, or damage to the appliance. Especially, usage of
unsuitable filter bags or other vessels than the supplied glass carafe
can cause hazards due to hot water, steam, electric shock or fire.
• When moving the appliance, always grasp the appliance with both hands at the
side panels near the bottom. DO NOT carry the appliance at the water reservoir
or filter basket chamber to avoid damage.
• Operate the appliance on a well accessible, stable, level, dry, heat-resistant, and
suitable large table or counter. Do not use the appliance in wet or damp areas.
Always keep the appliance and the table or counter clean and dry, and wipe
off spilled liquids immediately. Do not place the appliance near the edge
of the table or counter or on wet or inclined surfaces or where it can
fall down.
• Do not place the appliance or any part of it on or near hot surfaces (e.g. hea-
ter, gas burner, grill or oven). Do not operate the appliance beneath any heat-
