HOFFEN K-8558, Instruction Manual

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8. Children may not play with the appliance .
9. Read the whole instruction manual, and in particular the important safety rules,
before you start using the appliance .
10. Before you connect the appliance to an outlet, make sure that the outlet voltage
corresponds to the appliance voltage . The outlet must be equipped with a protective
grounding (earthed) pin .
11. The stainless steel cordless kettle must be connected to a 220-240 V~50/60 Hz
alternating current mains through a grounded outlet . Do not place the kettle directly
under the outlet . The outlet should be situated within the reach of the kettle user .
12. Use the stainless steel cordless kettle only to boil water, in accordance with its
intended use .
13. Do not turn on the stainless steel cordless kettle if it is filled with water above the
maximum level or below the minimum level. If the kettle is overfilled, boiling water
may splash out . Do not turn the kettle on if it is empty .
14. To prevent electrocution, do not immerse the plug, the power cord or the appliance
itself in water or other liquids .
15. Do not hang the power cord over a table or sink edge .
16. Do not use an extension cord . If, however, you are willing to take responsibility for
such an action, use only an extension cord in good technical condition, with proper
grounding, and suitable for supplying the amount of power the appliance needs .
17. The power cord should not hang freely or touch any hot surface .
18. Place the appliance away from other kitchen appliances that become hot, such as
an oven, electric cooker, gas burner etc .
19. Do not immerse the appliance in water or other liquids . Make sure that the
connection between the stainless steel cordless electric kettle and the base is not
wet. Before you fill the kettle with water, remove it from the base.
20. Warning! Risk of burns! Do not touch hot surfaces and keep away from
steam coming out of the appliance . Hold the appliance by its handle
only .
21. Do not cover the appliance when it is switched on or when it is hot .
22. Regularly check the power cord for damage . If the power cord is damaged, it must
be replaced by the manufacturer, or by an authorized service centre or a qualified
individual, so as to avoid hazards and injuries.
23. To avoid the risk of fire or electrocution, do not expose the appliance to rain or
moisture .
24. This appliance is intended for indoor use only .
25. Operate the appliance on a flat, stable and dry surface resistant to high
temperatures .
26. The stainless steel cordless kettle should be used only with the original base
provided by the manufacturer .