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NEVER
immerse the appliance, the power cord or the plug in water or any other
liquid. They are only to be cleaned with a damp cloth. Should the appliance fall in
water, remove the plug immediately. Then remove the appliance from the water.
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A damaged power cord can cause electric shocks.
NEVER
use the appliance if it is
damaged, has fallen or shows a malfunction, or if the power cord or plug are
damaged. In all these cases return the appliance to your sales point or recognized
after sales service.
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After use remove the plug from the power point. Also proceed this way when the
appliance is not in use, before cleaning and moving.
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NEVER
use separate timers or remote control systems.
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ALWAYS place the appliance on a solid and flat base, such as a kitchen counter or table, so that the appliance
will not move or turn over.
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ALWAYS place the appliance on a colorfast underground.
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ATTENTION: the appliance heats up when working and produces hot steam.
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NEVER use the appliance outdoor.
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NEVER use extension cords or sockets. Place the appliance near a power point and connect it directly. ALWAYS
complete unroll the power cord.
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NEVER let the cord hang over the edge of the table or the counter.
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NEVER place the appliance or the power supply cord near heat sources such as cookers, heatings or ovens.
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NEVER put the ceramic bowl on a heating source, such as a stove or a cooker.
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NEVER leave the appliance unattended or never move it when working.
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NEVER put the appliance near to curtains, wall decoration, textile and other flammable items. Always make
sure there is enough space on all sides of the appliance.
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NEVER cook directly in the base, always use the ceramic bowl.
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NEVER use spare parts or accessories from another appliance.
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Only use the appliance for what it is meant for, i.e. slow cooking of food.
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Immediately unplug the appliance if it shows dysfunction when in use.
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Be careful when moving the bowl and the lid to avoid damage. Never use them if damaged.
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Only use the appliance on the mains voltage as indicated on the identification label.
2.
BEFORE THE FIRST USE
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Remove all packaging and stickers.
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Keep packaging away from children.
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First check your appliances for possible damages. If it is damaged, do NOT use the appliance but bring it back
to your sales point.
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Clean the appliance
as described under ‘Cleaning’ before the first use.
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The first time, use with only water.
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Fill the bowl with 4 cups of water and put the lid on it.
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Completely unroll the power cord and plug in the appliance in a 230 V socket.
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Turn the thermostat knob on high and let the appliance warm up for approximately 30 min.
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An odor might be released, this is entirely normal and disappears by itself.
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Turn the thermostat knob on Off and let it cool down for 20 min.
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Remove the plug from the socket.
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Wear oven gloves to remove the ceramic bowl from its base.
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Pour the water away, rinse the bowl and dry carefully.
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Put the ceramic bowl back in the base.
