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INTRODUCTION
To get the best out of your new appliance,
please read this user guide carefully before
using it for the first time. Take particular note of
the safety precautions. We also recommend that
you keep the instructions for future reference, so
that you can remind yourself of the functions of
your appliance.
SAFETY MEASURES
General
• Incorrect use of this appliance may cause
personal injury and damage.
• Use for its intended purpose only. The
manufacturer is not responsible for any
injury or damage resulting from incorrect use
or handling (see also Guarantee Terms).
• For domestic use only. Not for outdoor or
commercial use.
• For connection to 230 V, 50 Hz only.
• Never submerge the appliance base, cord or
plug in water, and no water must be allowed
to enter the appliance base.
• Never touch the appliance, cord or plug with
wet or damp hands.
• Do not expose to direct sunlight, high
temperatures, humidity, dust or corrosive
substances.
• Keep the appliance under constant
supervision while in use. Keep an eye on
children.
• The appliance is not to be used by persons
with reduced sensitivity, physical or mental
disabilities or persons who are unable to
use the appliance unless supervised or
instructed by a person responsible for their
safety.
• Use only accessories supplied with the
appliance or those recommended by the
manufacturer.
Use
• Always place the appliance on a dry, level,
firm and heat-resistant surface well away
from any edges.
• The appliance must not be placed or stored
near other sources of heat.
• Do not cover.
• Do not switch the appliance on unless there
is water in it.
• The water level in the kettle must not be
below the marks "MIN" or above "MAX" on
the water level gauge.
• Avoid touching the outside of the kettle
when in use, as it becomes hot. Touch the
handle and buttons only. Be careful of hot
steam when opening the lid.
• Please note that the appliance will remain
hot for a while after you switch it off. Always
allow it to cool completely before you put it
away or clean it.
Cord and plug
• Do not let the cord hang out over the edge
of the work surface.
• Check that it is not possible to pull or trip
over the cord or any extension cord.
• Keep the cord and appliance away from
heat sources, hot objects and naked flames.
• Remove the plug from the socket before
removing the lid from the appliance, before
cleaning, or when the appliance is not in
use. Avoid pulling the cord when removing
the plug from the socket. Instead, hold the
plug.
• The cord must not be twisted or wound
around the appliance. It can be wound
around the built-in cord storage holder.
• Check regularly that neither cord nor plug is
damaged and do not use if they are, or if the
appliance has been dropped or damaged in
any other way.
• If the appliance, cord or plug has been
damaged, have the appliance inspected
and if necessary repaired by an authorised
repairer. Never try to repair the appliance
yourself. Please contact the store where
you bought the appliance for repairs under
the guarantee. Unauthorised repairs or
modifications to the appliance will invalidate
the guarantee.
KEY TO THE MAIN COMPONENTS OF THE
APPLIANCE
1. Limescale filter (not shown)
2. Lid
3. Open/Close lid button
4. On/Off button
5. Connector
6. Base
7. Holder for storing cord
8. Water level gauge
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