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inadmissible strain (e.g. overheating, mechanical or electric shock),
or if there are any perceptible damages or leakages, or if the appli-
ance is not working properly. If one of these cases occurs during
operation, immediately unplug the appliance. Get in contact with an
authorized service centre for examination and/or repair.
• Operate the appliance on a well accessible, stable, level, dry, and
suitable large table or counter that is resistant against water. Always
keep the appliance and the table or counter clean and dry, and wipe
off spilled liquids immediately. Do not place the appliance on a metal
surface (e.g. sink) for operation or on the edge of the table or counter.
• Do not place the appliance or any part of it on or near hot surfaces
(e.g. burner, heater, or oven). Do not use the appliance or any parts
or accessories of the appliance with any other device or for any other
purpose than described in this booklet.
• During operation keep the appliance in an appropriate distance of
at least 30 cm on each side to any sensitive or delicate objects, to
avoid damage due to heat and moisture. Ensure free access to the
operating elements at the front of the appliance. Occasionally you
need free access to the water tank at the back too.
• This appliance can be used by persons with reduced physical, sen-
sory or mental capabilities or lack of experience and knowledge,
including children aged from 8 years on, if they have been given
supervision or instruction concerning the use of the appliance in a
safe way and understand the hazards involved. Even care and clea-
ning shall not be performed by children without supervision.
Children
must always be supervised to ensure that they do not play with the
appliance or any parts of the appliance or the packaging.
• Always ensure that you have assembled the appliance completely
and correctly according to the instructions in this booklet before con-
necting the appliance to the power supply and operating the appli-
ance. Do not use violence to avoid damage.
• Do not place any clothes or tissues or similar materials on or under the
appliance during operation, to avoid overheating, fire and electric
shock. Do not place any heavy and/or sharp-edged foreign objects
