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remote control system, or extension cord to avoid risk of fire or electric
shock. DO NOT pour or spill any liquids on or under the appliance
or power cord. Do not immerse the appliance, power cord, or power
plug in water or other liquids. Do not place the appliance on wet
surfaces. When liquids overflowed or are spilled on the housing or
power cord or accumulate under the appliance, immediately unplug
the appliance. Thereafter, wipe dry the appliance and let it dry natu-
rally for at least 1 day. Do not touch the appliance or power plug with
wet hands, while the appliance is connected to the power supply.
• Always completely unwind the power cord before use. Power cords
may never be knotted, twisted, pulled, strained or squeezed. Do not
let the plug or power cord hang over the edge of the table or counter.
The power cord may not touch hot surfaces or sharp edges. Always
keep the power cord out of reach of young children. Ensure that no
one will pull the appliance by the power cord. Take care not to entan-
gle in the power cord. Always grasp the plug to disconnect the power
cord.
HIGH TEMPERATURES – RISK OF BURNS
Your new »DESIGN ESPRESSO PRO« is designed for brewing coffee.
Thus, some parts (e.g. group head, portafilter, hot water / steam wand)
will get very hot during operation and hot steam and hot water may
escape. Additionally, the appliance is under high pressure, during ope-
ration. Please adhere to the following precautions to avoid injuries and
damage.
• The appliance generates steam under high pressure – risk of burns! Do
not hold your hands and arms under or near the group head or hot
water / steam wand during operation and thereafter.
• Only touch hot parts (e.g. portafilter, hot water / steam wand) at the
dedicated handles during operation and shortly thereafter to avoid
scalds. Even after operation these parts may be still hot.
• Hot water and hot steam can escape from the group head, portafilter,
and hot water / steam wand. Do not hold your hands and arms or any
delicate objects under or near these parts, while the appliance is still