Gastroback 42507 Design Rice Cooker - Manual (Page 4)

impoRTanT safeguaRDs
carefully read all instructions before operating this appliance and save for
further reference. Do not attempt to use this appliance for any other than the intended use
described in these instructions. Any other use, especially misuse, can cause severe injuries or
damage by electric shock, heat or fire.
Any operation, repair and technical maintenance of the appliance or any part of it other than
described in these instructions may only be performed at an authorised service centre. Please
contact your vendor.
• This appliance is for household use only and not intended for use in moving vehicles. Do
not operate or store the appliance in humid or wet areas or outdoors. Any use of accessories,
attachments or spare parts not recommended by the manufacturer may result in damage and/
or injuries to persons.
• Check the entire appliance regularly for proper operation—especially the power cord. If the
supply cord is damaged, it must be replaced by a special cord or assembly available from the
manufacturer or its service agent. Do not use the appliance if the non-stick coating is damaged
in any way (e.g. scratched, or peeling off). Do not operate the appliance, when liquids are in
the housing of the appliance or accumulate under the appliance or overflow. Do not operate
the appliance, when the appliance or any part of it is likely to be damaged, to avoid risk of
fire, electric shock or any other damage and/or injuries to persons. The appliance is likely to
be damaged if the appliance was subject to inadmissible strain (e.g. overheating, mechanical
or electric shock), or if there are any cracks, excessively frayed or melted parts, or distortions,
or if the appliance is leaking or not working properly. In this case, immediately unplug the ap-
pliance and return the entire appliance (including all parts and accessories) to an authorised
service centre for examination and repair.
• During operation keep the appliance in an appropriate distance of at least 20 cm on each
side and 1 m above to furniture, walls, boards, curtains, and other objects. Do not operate
the appliance beneath or below any heat-sensitive or moisture-sensitive materials, boards, or
drop-lights to avoid damage caused by steam, heat, or condensate. Operate the appliance
on a well accessible, stable, level, dry, heat-resistant, water-resistant and suitable large table
or counter. Do not place the appliance over a power cord, or near the edge of the table or
counter, or on wet or inclined surfaces, or where it can fall. Always keep the appliance and
the table or counter clean and dry, and wipe off spilled liquids immediately.
• Do not place any clothes or tissue or other objects under or on the appliance must not be
immersed in water during operation, to avoid risk of fire, electric shock and overheating.
Before operation, always ensure that there are no foreign objects in or under the pot, and the
appliance is assembled properly and not leaking with the lid and upper cover firmly in place.
Solely use the appliance for processing edible food. Immediately unplug the appliance, if
there is any kind of malfunction or problem (e.g. leaking, overheating).
• This appliance can be used by children aged from 8 years and above and persons with
reduced physical, sensory or mental capabilities, or lack of experience and knowledge, if they
have been given supervision or instruction concerning the use of the appliance in a safe way
and understand the hazards involved. Do not let children play with the appliance. Cleaning
and user maintenance must not be carried out by children without supervision.
• Always keep the appliance where it is dry and clean and where young children cannot
reach it. Do not place any hard and/or heavy objects on the appliance or any part of it. Take
care that no one will pull the appliance by the power cord.
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