Safety instructions
EN
• Mains connection: The voltage must comply with that shown on the appliance label.
• Never pull on the mains cable / with damp hands. Disconnect mains plug in case of faults
during use, prior to cleaning, relocation, after use. The plug must be within reach at all
times.
• Regulary check if the power cable / appliance / extension lead is defective. Never switch on
damaged appliances (incl. mains lead) – have repairs carried out / obtain replacement
from the manufacturer, the manufacturer's service point or from qualified experts. Never
open the appliance yourself – risk of injury!
• Never carry or pull the appliance by the flex. Don't pull the flex over sharp edges. Don't
wedge it. Don't bend it. A short circuit can occur if the cable breaks.
• Switch the appliance off and pull the plug out of the mains when it is not in use. Don't
wind the flex around the appliance.
• Never immerse appliance in water / other fluids. Danger of short-circuiting!
• Children aged 8 years or over and persons with reduced physical, sensory or mental
capabilities, lack of experience or knowledge may only use the appliance if they are
supervised by a person who is responsible for their safety or if they have been shown how
to use the appliance safely and they have understood the risks inherent in its use. Cleaning
and maintenance tasks may not be carried out by children without supervision.
• Children should not be allowed to play with the appliance. Keep the appliance and its
power cable out of reach of children aged under 8. Never leave the appliance unattended
while in operation.
• Keep packaging (e.g. plastic bags) away from children.
• Never place the appliance / cable on hot surfaces or near open flames. Do not store / expose
the appliance to intense heat (from radiators, prolonged sunshine). Only extinguish burning
appliances using a fire blanket.
• Do not use attachments not recommended / sold by the manufacturer.
• The appliance is designed for household use and not for industrial operation. Do not
operate the appliance outdoors.
• Use the appliance on a dry, even, stable and heat resistant surface. Allow appliance to cool
before storing away.
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Safety instructions
EN
• Do not use this appliance near the water (bath-tubs, washbasins, etc.) nor expose it to
rain or other humidity. Ensure hands are dry when using appliance!
• Should however the appliance fall into water, only take it out after pulling the plug. Do
not use the appliance anymore. It has to be checked by an authorized service department
first.
• Only trained experts should repair electrical appliances. Unskilled repairs can cause con-
siderable danger to the user.
• No warranty for any damage can be accepted if the appliance is used for improper purpose,
wrongly operated or unprofessionally repaired. In such a case, any warranty claim is void.
• The appliance is not intended to be operated or connected to an external timer or separate
remote control switch.
• Never place fingers or objects into appliance openings. Do not cover appliance opening.
Beware of moving parts – risk of injury!
• Do not allow ambient temperature to drop below freezing.
• Knife is sharp! Proceed with utmost care even when appliance is switched off or when
cleaning.
• Never operate appliance without material slide and / or remnants holder.
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