GUARANTEE
PLEASE KEEP YOUR RECEIPT AS THIS WILL BE REQUIRED FOR ANY CLAIMS UNDER THIS
GUARANTEE.
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This product is guaranteed for 2 years.
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In the unlikely event of breakdown, please take it back to the place of purchase, with your till receipt
and a copy of this guarantee.
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The rights and benefits under this guarantee are additional to your statutory rights which are not
affected by this guarantee.
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Holmes Products Europe undertakes within the specific period, to repair or replace free of charge, any
part of the appliance found to be defective provided that:
• We are promptly informed of the defect.
• The appliance has not been altered in any way or subjected to misuse or repair by a person
other than a person authorised by Holmes Products Europe.
• No rights are given under this guarantee to a person acquiring the appliance second hand or for
commercial or communal uses.
• Any repaired or replaced appliance will be guaranteed on these terms for the remaining portion of the
guarantee.
THIS PRODUCT IS MANUFACTURED TO COMPLY WITH THE E.E.C. DIRECTIVES 73/23/EEC,
89/336/EEC and 98/37/EEC.
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IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS
Please read this manual carefully before using this appliance, as correct use will give the best
possible performance.
Retain these instructions for future reference.
Mains connection
1. Read these instructions carefully, in conjunction with the illustrations, before using this appliance.
2. Before connecting this appliance, check that the voltage indicated on the rating plate (found on the
underside of the appliance) corresponds to the mains voltage in your home.
3. If the supply cord is damaged, it must be replaced by the manufacturer or its service agent.
Safe positioning
1. DO NOT TOUCH THE HOT SURFACES, USE THE HANDLES OF THE BASE. USE OF AN OVEN
MITT WHILE HANDLING IS ADVISED.
2. DO NOT expose empty crockery to high heat. Always ensure there is liquid or food inside crockery to
prevent potential cracking.
3. To prevent cracking NEVER IMMERSE in water or place under running water if crockery has been left
EMPTY on a heated stovetop or in a heated oven for an extended period of time. Allow to cool down.
4. DO NOT position where it can be touched by children, especially the very young.
5. DO NOT position this appliance directly under an electrical socket.
6. DO NOT use this appliance outdoors.
7. DO NOT immerse the heating unit, cord or plug in water or other liquid.
8. Extreme caution must be used when moving an appliance containing hot liquids.
9. DO NOT allow the mains cord to overhang the edge of the counter or table.
10. DO NOT use harsh abrasives, caustic cleaners or oven cleaners when cleaning this appliance.
11. Avoid sudden temperature changes such as adding refrigerated foods into a heated pot.
12. Always unplug the appliance from the electrical socket when not in use and before cleaning.
13. Allow the appliance to cool before cleaning and storing.
14. When using this appliance, allow adequate air space above and on all sides for air circulation. Do not allow
this appliance to touch curtains, wall coverings, clothing, dishtowels or other flammable materials during use.
CAUTION is required on surfaces where heat may cause a problem. An insulated heat pad is recommended.
15.
THIS APPLIANCE IS FOR HOUSEHOLD USE ONLY. DO NOT USE THE APPLIANCE FOR OTHER
THAN THE INTENDED USE.
16. To prevent potential cracking, NEVER freeze water or water based foods in the ETC
TM
stoneware.
17. ALWAYS use the enclosed HEAT DIFFUSER when cooking on ELECTRIC STOVETOPS or breakage may result.
FITTING OF A PLUG-FOR U.K. AND IRELAND ONLY
If the plug is not suitable for the socket outlets in your home, it can be removed and replaced by a plug of the
correct type. Please refer to "Installation of a plug" below.
INSTALLATION OF A PLUG
APPLICABLE TO U.K. AND IRELAND
WARNING - THIS APPLIANCE MUST BE EARTHED
The wires in the mains lead are coloured as such:
GREEN AND YELLOW
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EARTH
BROWN
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LIVE
BLUE
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NEUTRAL
PLEASE NOTE THAT THE COLOUR OF THESE MAINS WIRES MAY NOT CORRESPOND WITH THE
COLOUR MARKINGS THAT IDENTIFY THE TERMINALS IN YOUR PLUG. PLEASE PROCEED AS
FOLLOWS:
The wire which is coloured GREEN AND YELLOW must be connected to the
terminal which is marked with the letter 'E' or by the earth symbol or coloured
GREEN or GREEN AND YELLOW.
The BROWN coloured wire must be connected to the terminal, which is marked with
the letter "L" or is coloured RED.
The BLUE coloured wire must be connected to the terminal, which is marked with the
letter "N" or is coloured BLACK.
NOTE: If the terminals in the plug are not marked or if you are unsure or in doubt about
the installation of the plug please contact a qualified electrician.
If a 13A 3-pin plug is fitted, it must be an ASTA approved plug, conforming to BS1363
standard. Replacement 3A fuses must be BSI or ASTA BS1362 approved.
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