1.
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
1. Read all instructions and keep these safety instructions. Any type of
misuse of the appliance may result in a potential injury.
2. Connect the appliance to a mains power socket with an earth
connection only. Mains voltage must be the same as the details on
the rating plate. The use of incorrect connection will negate the
guarantee and may be hazardous.
3. This appliance is intended to be used in household only. It is not
intended to be used in following applications, and the guarantee will
not apply for:
– staff kitchen areas in shops, offices and other working envir-
onments;
– farm houses;
– by clients in hotels, motels and other residential type envir-
onments;
– bed and breakfast type environments;
4. Your appliance is intended for domestic use inside the home only at
an altitude below 3400 m.
5. In case of any inappropriate use or failure to comply with the
instructions, the manufacturer accepts no responsibility and the
guarantee may not apply.
6. We recommend using the NESCAFÉ
®
Dolce Gusto
®
capsules
designed and tested for the NESCAFÉ
®
Dolce Gusto
®
machine. They
were designed to interact together – the interaction provides the in-
cup quality that NESCAFÉ
®
Dolce Gusto
®
is known for. Each
capsule is designed to prepare a perfect cup, and cannot be reused.
7. Do not remove hot capsules by hand. Always use capsule holder
handle to dispose of used capsules.
8. Always use the appliance on a flat, stable, heat resistant surface
away from sources of heat or water splashes. This appliance shall
not be placed in a cabinet when in use.
9. To protect against fire, electric shock and injury to persons do not
immerse the power cord, plugs or the appliance in water or other
liquid. Avoid spillage on the plug. Never touch the power cord with
wet hands. Do not overfill the water tank.
10. In case of an emergency remove the plug from the mains power
socket immediately.
11. Close supervision is necessary when the appliance is used near
children. Keep the appliance / power cord / capsule holder out of
reach of children. Children should be supervised to ensure that they
do not play with the appliance. Never leave the appliance without
surveillance while making a beverage.
12. This appliance is not intended for use by children or persons with
reduced physical, sensory or mental capabilities, or lack of
experience and knowledge, unless they have been given supervision
or instruction concerning use of the appliance by a person
responsible for their safety. Persons who have a limited or no
understanding of the operation and use of this appliance must first
read and fully understand the contents of the user manual, and
where appropriate seek additional guidance on its operation
and use from the person responsible for their safety.
13. Do not use the appliance without the drip tray and drip grid,
except when a very tall mug is used. Do not use the appliance
for hot water preparation.
14. For health reasons, always fill the water tank with fresh
drinking water.
15. After use of the appliance always remove the capsule and
clean the capsule holder. Empty and clean the drip tray and
capsule bin daily. Users allergic to dairy products: Rinse the
appliance according to the cleaning procedure.
16. The heating element surface is subject to residual heat after
use and plastic housings may feel warm to touch several
minutes upon use.
17. Unplug from the mains power socket when not in use.
18. Unplug from the mains power socket before cleaning. Allow to
cool before putting on or taking off parts, before cleaning the
appliance. Never clean wet or immerse appliance in any fluid.
Never clean the appliance with running water. Never use
detergents to clean the appliance. Clean the appliance only
using soft sponges/brushes. The water tank should be cleaned
with a clean food-safe brush.
19. Never turn the machine upside down.
20. If away for prolonged periods, on holiday, etc. the appliance
must be emptied, cleaned and unplugged. Rinse before reuse.
Operate the rinse cycle before re-using your appliance.
21. Do not turn off the appliance during the descaling process.
Rinse the water tank and clean the appliance to avoid any
residual descaling agent.
22. Any operation, cleaning and care other than normal use must
be undertaken by after-sales service centres designated by
NESCAFÉ
®
Dolce Gusto
®
hotline. Do not dismantle appliance
and do not put anything into openings.
23. In case of intensive use without allowing sufficient cooling
time, the appliance will stop functioning temporarily with the
red indicator light blinking. This is to protect your appliance
from overheating. Switch the appliance off for 20 minutes to let
it cool down.
24. Do not operate any appliance with a damaged cord or plug. If
the power cord is damaged, it must be replaced by the
manufacturer, its service agent or similarly qualified persons
in order to avoid a hazard. Do not operate any appliance that
malfunctions or has been damaged in any manner. Unplug
cord immediately. Return the damaged appliance to the
nearest authorised service facility designated by
NESCAFÉ
®
Dolce Gusto
®
hotline.
25. The use of accessory attachments not recommended by the
appliance manufacturer may result in fire, electric shock or
injury to persons.
26. Do not let the cord hang over the edge of a table or counter, or