Groupe SEB USA - T-FAL Neftis - Manual (Page 11)

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IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS
When using electrical appliances,
basic safety precautions should always be followed:
Do :
• Carefully read and follow all the instructions for use.
• Close supervision is necessary when the toaster is used by or near
children.
• The toaster must always be used in the upright position, never on
its side or tilted forwards or backwards.
• Before each use make sure that the crumb tray is fi tted correctly.
• Regularly remove crumbs from the crumb tray.
• The bread control lever must be in the “Up” position before plug-
ging in or unplugging the appliance.
• Unplug from the power socket when not in use during and before
cleaning. Allow to cool down before cleaning or storing.
• To disconnect remove the plug from the wall socket (when the
toasting cycle is fi nished).
• If the bread jams in the slots after toasting and the elements do
not switch off, disconnect the plug immediately and wait for the
appliance to cool before attempting to remove the bread.
• Unplug the appliance if it shows any working abnormalities.
Do not :
• This appliance is not intended for use by children or other persons
without assistance or supervision if their physical, sensory or men-
tal capabilities prevent them from using it safely.
• Children should be supervised to ensure they do not play with the
appliance.
• Do not leave the appliance within the reach of children.
• Do not use outdoors. Avoid humid environments.
• Do not let the toaster operate unattended, particularly when
toasting for the fi rst time or when settings have been changed.
• Do not use the appliance for any other use other than that for which
it was designed.
• Do not touch the metal parts or hot surfaces of the appliance when
it is working. Use the handles.
• Oversized foods, metal foil packages, or utensils (spoon, knife,
etc.) must not be inserted into a toaster as they may cause an
electric shock or fi re.
• Do not use accessory attachments that are not recommended by
the manufacturer as this may be dangerous.
• To protect yourself against and electrical shock do not immerse the
cord, plugs, or appliance in water or other liquids.
• Do not insert any type of sugar-coated bread or anything that
may melt or drop into the toaster, and do not attempt to toast
small pieces of bread or croutons, as this may cause damage to
the toaster or risk setting it on fi re.
• Do not attempt to toast very thick or unevenly cut slices of bread
that could block the toasting mechanism.
• Do not use this appliance if:
- it has a damaged cord.
- The appliance has been dropped and has visible damage or does
not operate properly.
In any of these instances, the appliance must be sent to your local
approved after-sales service centre to avoid any risk of danger.
Refer to the guarantee enclosed.
• Do not let the cord hang over the edge of the worktop or come into
contact with hot surfaces.
• Do not place on or near a gas burner, electric ring/hob, or near a
heated oven.
• Do not cover this appliance while in use.
• Bread can burn, therefore the appliance must not be used near
or below curtains and other combustible materials such as
curtains, drapes or wood (shelving, cupboards...) it should be
attended when in use.
• Do not put paper towels, cardboard or plastic in, on or under the
toaster.
• If fl ames were to arise from parts of the toaster, never attempt to
extinguish them with water. Unplug the appliance and smother the
fl ames with a damp cloth.
• Do not attempt to dislodge food once the toasting cycle is enga-
ged.
• Do not use this appliance as a source of heating or drying.
• Do not use the toaster for cooking, grilling or defrosting frozen food
other than bread products.
• Do not use the toaster for toasting bread and reheating pastries/
croissants at the same time.
This product has been designed for domestic use only. Any
commercial use, inappropriate use or failure to comply with the
instructions, the manufacturer accepts no responsibility and the
guarantee will not apply.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
TO PREVENT ANY ACCIDENTS
• This toaster complies with the safety rules and conditions in
effect, and with the directives in force.
• Check that the electricity supply voltage corresponds to the
voltage indicated on the appliance (ac current only).
• Given the many standards in effect, if this toaster is used in a
country other than the country where it was purchased, have it
checked by an approved service centre (see enclosed after sales
service information).
• Check that the electricity installation is suffi cient to supply the
power required by this appliance.
• Always plug the toaster into an earthed socket.
• Do not let the cord hang over the edge of worktop or come in
contact with hot surfaces. Keep out of reach of children.
Environnement protection fi rst!
Your appliance contains valuable materials which can be
recovered or recycled.
Leave it at a collection point.
• Do not store the cord or the plug between the slots in the
appliance.
• Do not disconnect the appliance by pulling on the cord.
• Use extension leads which are in good condition, with an earthed
connection, and with a minimum rating of 10A.
• In order to avoid electric shock, do not immerse the cord, the plug
or the toaster in water or any other liquid.
• Do not use metal utensils in the toasting mechanism or slots, this
could cause short circuits or an electric shock (spoon, knife...).
• Use on a stable work surface, away from any contact with water
and never use underneath a built-in kitchen alcove.
• Do not move or carry the appliance during use.
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