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by means of an external timer or separate
remote-control system.
17. Remove the bread carefully after toasting to
avoid any injuries.
18. This appliance has a built-in grounded plug.
Make sure the wall outlet in your house is
properly earthed.
19. This appliance is not intended for use by
persons (including children) with reduced
physical, sensory or mental capabilities, or
lack of experience and knowledge, unless
they have been given supervision or instruc-
tions concerning the use of the appliance by
a person responsible for their safety.
20. Children should be supervised to ensure that
they do not play with the appliance.
21. Keep the appliance and its cord out of the
reach of children less than 8 years of age.
22. Warning: When toasting small bread slices
less than 85mm long, be careful of the po-
tential risk of burning when taking out the
slices.
23. Do not use the appliance outdoors.
24. This appliance is intended to be used for
household and similar applications such as:
• staff kitchen areas in shops, offices and oth
-
er working environments;
•
farm houses;
•
by clients in hotels, motels and other resi-
dential-type environments;
•
bed&breakfast-type environments.
25. Save these instructions.
26. Never cover the toaster slot.
27. Pull down the operating lever only for toast-
ing: never block it.
28. Never leave the toaster unattended while it
is in use.
29. Do not use it near the water in bathtubs,
sinks or other containers.
BEFORE FIRST USE
Carefully wipe the outside of the appliance to re-
move any dust that may have accumulated. Dry
with a dry cloth. Remove any labels or stickers.
Do not immerse the supply cord in water or other
liquids. With the window open, operate the toaster
without any bread inside at least three times at
the highest toasting level setting. Then let it cool
down.
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
ON SAFETY
When using any electrical appliance, always fol-
low basic safety precautions,
including the following:
1. Read all the instructions.
2. Make sure that your outlet voltage corre-
sponds to the voltage stated on the rating
label of the toaster.
3. Do not touch parts other than the operating
controls, as the toaster can become hot dur-
ing toasting.
4. As a protection against electrical shocks, do
not immerse the cord, plug or any electrical
part of the toaster in water or other liquids.
5. Unplug the unit from the outlet when it is not
in use, before cleaning it or if it is defective.
Let it cool down before installing or removing
any parts.
6. Allow the unit to cool down completely be-
fore cleaning or storing it.
7. Do not operate any appliance with a dam-
aged cord/plug or in abnormal state. If the
mains cord is damaged, have it replaced by
the manufacturer, the nearest service agent
or a qualified person.
8. Do not let the cord hang over the edge of a
table / counter top or touch a hot surface. Do
not use it as a carrying handle.
9. Do not place the appliance on or near a hot
gas / electric burner or in a heated oven.
10. Do not use the appliance for any use other
than its intended use.
11. Do not introduce any objects inside the
toaster, as this may cause damage or risks.
12. As bread may burn, do not use the toaster
near or below curtains and other flammable
materials.
13. The use of accessory attachments not rec-
ommended by the appliance manufacturer
may cause injuries or damage.
14. Use the appliance on a level stable work
surface. Only operate the toaster when it is
upright.
15. Do not attempt to remove the food when the
toaster is in operation.
16. The appliance is not intended to be operated
