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Special safety instructions
Read this manual carefully before you use the
appliance and save it for future reference.
The appliance may be used by children
over 8 years old and people with reduced
sensitivity, or a physical or mental disability,
as long as they are supervised or have been
instructed in use of the appliance in a safe
manner and thus understand the associated
risks.
Children must not play with the appliance.
Children may only clean or maintain the
appliance if they are over 8 years and under
supervision.
Keep the appliance and its cord out of reach
of children younger than 8 years old.
Cleaning and maintenance must not be
carried out by children unless they are
supervised.
The contact grill is only intended for use in
private households. It is not for outdoor use.
If the cord is damaged, it must be replaced
by a qualifi ed repairman to avoid hazards.
Do not connect the appliance using an
on/off timer or other equipment that can
automatically switch on the appliance.
The surfaces of the appliance get very hot
when in use.
The contact grill must not be covered when
in use, as this may cause a fi re.
Before you connect the appliance, check
that the mains voltage corresponds to the
voltage specifi ed on the rating plate located
underneath the appliance.
Connect the appliance to an earthed socket.
Position the appliance so that
- the cord does not overhang the edge of the
work surface or a sink, and
- it is standing on a fl at surface with suffi cient
clearance on all sides.
The cord must not be close to or in contact
with the hot surfaces of the appliance.
Always allow the hotplates to heat up before
you start preparing food.
Unplug the appliance after use.
Do not touch the metal parts of the
appliance, as they can get very hot.
Do not use sharp or abrasive utensils on the
hotplates as this may damage the non-stick
coating.
Always clean the appliance after use.
Unplug the appliance and allow it to cool
down before cleaning it. Never immerse
the contact grill in water. Water must not be
allowed to get into the contact grill.
Before use
Wipe the hotplates with a well-wrung cloth
or sponge.
Lubricate the hotplates with a thin layer of
cooking oil or butter.
Plug the appliance in. Allow the contact grill
to heat up. The contact grill is now ready for
use.
Note: When used for the fi rst time, the
contact grill may give off a slight odour or
smoke. This is normal and will pass after the
appliance has warmed up for a short time.
