user’s instructions
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English
Congratulations with your purchase of this toaster, which you can not only use to toast slices of bread, but
can also use to thaw frozen bread.
sAfety instructions - General
• Please read these instructions carefully and retain them for reference.
• Use this appliance solely in accordance with these instructions.
• This appliance is not intended for use by persons (including children) with reduced physical, sensory or
mental capabilities, or lack of experience and knowledge, unless they have been given supervision or
instruction concerning use of the appliance by a person responsible for their safety.
• Children should be supervised to ensure that they do not play with the appliance.
• Have any repairs carried out solely by a qualified electrician. Never try to repair the appliance yourself.
sAfety instructions - electricity and heat
• Verify that the mains voltage is the same as that indicated on the type plate on the appliance before use.
• Make sure that you always use an earthed wall socket to connect the appliance.
• Always remove the plug from the socket when the appliance is not in use.
• Remove the plug from the wall socket by pulling the plug, not the power cord.
• Check the appliance’s power cord regularly to make sure it is not damaged. Do not use the appliance if
the power cord is damaged. Have a damaged power cord replaced by a qualified repair service.
• When using an extension lead always make sure that the entire cable is unwound from the reel.
• Use solely approved extension leads.
• Certain parts of the appliance may get hot. Do not touch these parts to prevent burning yourself.
• The appliance needs space to allow heat to escape, thereby preventing the risk of fire. Make sure that
the appliance has sufficient space around it, and does not come in contact with flammable material.
The appliance must not be covered. Make sure the air vents are not covered or blocked.
• Never use the appliance in the vicinity of flammable materials.
• Make sure that the appliance, the power cord or the plug do not make contact with hot surfaces, such
as a hot hob or naked flame.
• Make sure that the appliance, the power cord and plug do not make contact with water.
sAfety instructions - during use
• Never use the appliance outdoors.
• Place the appliance on a flat, stable surface where it cannot fall.
• Never allow the power cord to hang over the edge of the draining board, worktop or table.
• Make sure that your hands are dry before touching the appliance, power cord or plug.
• Never use the appliance in a humid room.
• Switch off the appliance and remove the plug from the wall socket in the event of a malfunction during
use, and before cleaning the appliance or storing it after use.
• Do not pick up the appliance if it falls into water. Remove the plug from the wall socket immediately. Do
not use the appliance any more.
• Clean the appliance thoroughly after use (see ‘Cleaning and maintenance’).
• Never immerse the appliance, the plug or the power cord in water or other liquid.
• Do not toast slices of bread that are too thick; they could jam in the toaster. Bread toasted for too long
can catch fire.
• Make sure the appliance has sufficient ventilation.
• This appliance may not be used through an external timer or by means of a remote control.
the enVironMent
• Dispose of packaging material, such as plastic and boxes, in the appropriate waste containers.
• When this product reaches the end of its useful life do not dispose of it by putting it in a dustbin;
hand it in at a collection point for the reuse of electrical and electronic equipment. Please refer to
the symbols on the product, the user’s instructions or the packaging.
• The materials can be re-used as indicated. Your help in the re-use, recycling or other means of
making use of old electrical equipment will make an important contribution to the protection of the
environment.
• Contact your municipality for the address of the appropriate collection point in your neighbourhood.
