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ImPOrTanT
safety instructions
This machine is equipped with safety features.
Nevertheless, read the safety instructions care-
fully and only use the machine as described in
these instructions to avoid accidental injury
or damage. Keep this user manual for future
reference. If you give the machine to someone
else, remember to give them these instruc-
tions as well.
The term
WarnInG
and this icon
warn against possible severe injuries,
danger to life and/or damage to the machine.
The term
CaUTIOn
and this icon warn
against slight injuries and/or damage
to the machine.
Warning
• Plug the machine into a wall socket with a
voltage matching the technical specifica-
tions of the machine.
• Do not let the power cord hang over the
edge of a table or counter, or touch hot
surfaces.
• Never immerse the machine, the plug or
the power cord in water: danger of electric
shock!
• Do not touch hot surfaces.
• Do not lift the machine by the lever that
opens the capsule compartment. To move
the machine, hold it by the outer casing.
• Never leave the machine to operate while
unattended.
• The machine is equipped with non-slip
feet. Work surfaces often have varnished
or plastic finishes and are treated with a
variety of substances. Some of these prod-
ucts may contain substances that react
adversely with the rubber feet and soften
them. If necessary, place a non-slip mat
under the machine.
• Remove the plug from the wall socket:
- if a malfunction occurs;
- if the machine will not be used for a
long time.
- before cleaning the machine.
Pull on the plug, not the power cord. Do
not touch the plug with wet hands.
• Do not use the machine if the plug, the
power cord or the machine itself are dam-
aged.
• Do not make any modifications to the ma
-
chine or its power cord. All repairs must be
carried out by a service centre authorized
by Saeco to avoid any danger.
• The machine should not be used by chil
-
dren younger than 8 years old.
• The machine may be used by children of 8
years and upwards if they have previously
been instructed on the correct use of the
machine and made aware of the associ-
ated dangers or if they are supervised by
an adult.
• Cleaning and maintenance should not
be carried out by children unless they are
more than 8 years old and are supervised
by an adult.
• Keep the machine and its power cord out
of reach of children under 8 years old.
• The machine may be used by persons
with reduced physical, mental or sensory
