4| IMPORTANT SAFETY
INSTRUCTIONS
WARNING
indicates a hazardous situation
that can cause serious injuries (e.g. burns caused
by steam or hot surfaces).
CAUTION
indicates a potentially hazardous
situation that can lead to minor or moderate
injuries.
ATTENTION
indicates a situation that can lead
to material damage.
NOTE
provides additional information
regarding safe handling of the product.
observe and follow the symbols and
indications.
WARNING
WARNING
Risk of electric shock! The appli-
•
ance may only be connected to a
230 V mains socket with an earth
wire that has been installed pur-
suant to regulations. It must be
ensured that the earthing system
of the household electrical instal-
lation has been installed pursu-
ant to regulations and that the
safety equipment (RCCB) func-
tions correctly.
NOTE
Check the RCCB regularly by
•
pressing the test button.
NOTE
Bread slices can burn in toasters.
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Therefore, do not use the device
near or under flammable objects
(e.g. curtains, wall cupboards)
and always supervise.
CAUTION
Risk of burns! During toast-
•
ing, the touchable surfaces of
the toaster can get very hot.
Please ensure you only touch the
controls.
If the appliance's connection
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cable is damaged then it must be
replaced by the manufacturer's
central customer service depart-
ment or by a similarly quali-
fied person. Improper repairs may
constitute a serious threat for
users.
When inserting the toast, ensure
•
that the bread slices do not get
jammed. However, should this
happen, first pull the power
plug and then remove the
interference.
For cleaning do not reach into
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the bread slots with your fingers
or objects, such as forks, knives,
etc.
Falling crumbs are collected in
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the crumb tray during toasting.
This can be removed and then
emptied.
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WARNING
Always use the appliance in
•
accordance with these instruc-
tions. Improper use can result
in electric shocks and other
hazards.
EU MARKETS:
This appliance must not be used
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by children under 8 years of age.
This appliance can be used by
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children aged 8 years and over
under constant supervision.
This appliance can be used by
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people with limited physical, sen-
sory or mental capabilities and
persons lacking experience and/
or lacking knowledge if they
are supervised or have received
instructions on how to use the
appliance safely and have under-
stood the resulting risks. Keep the
appliance and its power cord out
of reach of children under the
age of 8.
Cleaning and maintenance must
not be carried out by children.
This appliance is not a toy.
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NON-EU MARKETS:
The appliance is not intended for
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use by persons (including chil-
dren) with reduced physical, sen-
sory or mental capabilities, or
lack of experience and knowl-
edge, unless they have been
given supervision or instruction
concerning use of the appliance
by a person responsible for their
safety.
Children should be supervised to
•
ensure that they do not play with
the appliance.
If the appliance's power cord is
•
damaged, it must be replaced by
the manufacturer, its after-sales
service or a similarly qualified
person, in order to avoid hazards.
The appliance must not be oper-
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ated via an external timer or
remote control.
Clean all parts immediately after
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use and remove any food residue
straight away. Follow the instruc-
tions in the "Cleaning and care"
section.
The appliance is designed for
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indoor household use only.
The appliance is intended for
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home use and similar applications
such as:
In employee kitchens in shops,
offices and other commercial
areas;
Farmhouses;
By guests at hotels, motels and
other residential facilities;
At bed-and-breakfast
establishments.
The mains plug is to be pulled:
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if malfunctions occur during
use,
before cleaning and care,
after use,
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