MV Tec Compac, Manual

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2. Important Safety Precautions
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The machine is designed for the sole purpose of producing coffee, hot water and steam for hot drinks. All other uses are
strictly forbidden an can be very dangerous.
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The machine is designed for professional use only.
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This machine is not be used by children or person with reduced physical or mental capabilities, or lack of experience and
knowledge.
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The machine should not be operated with temperatures lower than 6 °C and hotter than 36 °C. Do not use outdoors. The
machine’s surrounding area has to be safe and hygienic and respecting the local safety regulations.
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The machine has to be installed with an efficient grounding/earthing system; the manufacturer recommends a wooden
platform on which the operator can stand.
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Do not use aerosol sprays near the machine.
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Do not place heavy objects or climb on top of the coffee machine.
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Do not place on or near a hot gas or electric burner. Do not allow liquids to get inside the coffee machine.
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Never touch coffee groups, boilers, metal pipes, spouts, steam and hot water valves and wands. They are hot and could
cause burns.
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Attention: never hold your hands under the brewing group, the filter holder, the steam and hot water wands. Hot drinks,
hot steam and hot water are dispensed. Danger!
Allow the machine to cool before putting on or taking off parts.
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To protect against electric shock do not immerse any part of the machine, as well as cord and plugs in water or other
liquid.
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To reduce the risk of electrical shock, do not touch the machine with wet parts of your body (i.e. your hands).
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Before carrying out any maintenance operations turn the machine to “OFF”, disconnect it from the mains and allow to
cool.
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Do not operate any appliance with a damaged cord, plugs, or after the appliance malfunctions or has been damaged in
any manner. Do always contact the authorized technical service.
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Before disconnecting the plug from the wall outlet, turn the machine off.
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To ensure efficient and correct operation it is essential to follow the manufacturer’s instructions concerning the periodic
maintenance carried out by the authorized service technician.
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All maintenance must be carried out exclusively by authorized service technicians.
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All spare parts must be original parts or parts authorized by the manufacturer.
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The machine must be operated exclusively with clean fresh drinking water.
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Never use the machine without water. This might cause serious damage to the machine and reflect also to safety risks.
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Whenever the machine is unattended from the operator, disconnect the power plug from the power outlet and close the
connection to the water mains.