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IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS
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Please read these instructions carefully before using the appliance.
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Check that your mains voltage corresponds to that stated on the appliance.
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Never leave the appliance unsupervised when in use. Keep out of reach of children or
incompetent persons.
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From time to time check the cord for damages. Never use the appliance if cord of
appliance show any signs of damage.
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Only use the appliance for domestic purposes and in the way indicated in these
instructions.
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Never immerse the appliance in water or any other liquid for any reason whatsoever.
Never place it into the dishwasher.
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Never use the appliance near hot surfaces.
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Should the cord be damaged, it must be replaced by a competent qualified electrician.
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Before cleaning, always unplug the appliance from the power supply.
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All repairs should be made by a competent qualified electrician.
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Never use the appliance outside and always place it in a dry environment.
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Never use accessories which are not recommended by the producer. They could con1
stitute a danger to the user and risk to damage the appliance.
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Never move the appliance by pulling the cord. Make sure the cord cannot get caught
in any way. Do not wind the cord around the appliance and do not bend it.
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Stand the appliance on a table or flat surface.
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Only use fresh (potable) and cold (moderate) water. Do not use water contained in
bathtubs, washbasing or other recipients.
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Never use the appliance if the jug shows any signs of cracks. Only use the jug with this
appliance. Handle with care as the glass is very fragile.
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Make sure the appliance has cooled down before cleaning, storing or filling it. The
appliance has to be switched off before filling it with water.
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Make sure never to overfill.
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Make sure the cord never comes into contact with the hot parts of the appliance.
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Never touch the hot parts of the appliance (be careful, also the warming plate is a hot
part), only touch the plastic parts and take the jug by the handle.
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Be careful not to get burned by the steam evaporating from the coffee filter.
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When removing lime scale, only use vinegar or a special product for the removal of lime
scale. Never use ammonia or any other substance that might damage your health.
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Only put ground coffee in the filter.
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Never use your coffee machine without water in it.
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