Gastroback 42408 Design Combo Set - Manual (Page 5)

• Always place the appliance on a stable, level, dry, heat-resistant and easy accessible surface. Do
not place the appliance near the edge of the table or counter or on inclined or wet
surfaces or where it can fall. Ensure, that the power base will not tilt or wobble before
placing the kettle on it. Do not place any cloth or tissue beneath or on the appliance to avoid
any risk of fire, electric shock and overheating. Always keep the table or counter clean and
dry and immediately wipe off spilled liquids. During operation keep the appliance in an
appropriate distance of at least 20 cm on each side to furniture, walls, boards, curtains and
other objects.
• Do not place the appliance or any part of it on or near hot surfaces (heater, gas burner,
grill or oven). The kettle and the toaster are heated electrically.
• Always fill the kettle according to the instructions in this booklet before connecting the
appliance to the wall power outlet. Do not switch ON the kettle, when it is empty!
• Let the kettle cool down before filling the kettle with fresh water and always close
the lid before switching the kettle ON.
• Always ensure that the power button of the kettle is turned OFF before connecting the
plug to the power outlet.
• Do not use this appliance to boil any other liquids or foodstuffs others than pure drinking
water without any additional ingredients.
IMPORTANT: Do not remove the kettle from the power base without switching
it OFF first, by pressing the illuminated part of the power button (picture A). The
kettle is switched OFF, if the control lamp is not illuminated. Never open
the lid when the kettle is turned ON.
• Beware of hot surfaces! The exterior of the kettle and lid will get very hot during operation.
Only use handles and knobs for handling the appliance. Beware of hot condensate and
steam, when opening the lid.
• Do not handle the appliance or any part of it with violence. The lid will open automatically,
when operating the opening button. Closing the lid must be possible without obstacles or
resistance. Always use the handle for moving the kettle. Never lift the kettle by its lid to avoid
damage to the hinge. Beware of hot steam when opening the lid. Only replace damaged
parts by genuine spare parts. Firmly mounted parts of the appliance may only be replaced
by a authorised service centre.
• The kettle should not be connected to a wall socket when the room temperature is likely to
fall to outdoor winter temperatures, as the automatic control thermostat may reset to boil and
energise the element.
• Bread, cakes and pastries can catch fire, when overheated! During operation do not
place any objects (i.e. cold bread slices) or tissue on the appliance, to avoid overheating of
the heating elements. Do not operate the appliance near inflammable liquids (i.e. high-proof
alcohol) or beneath any heat-sensitive or moisture-sensitive materials or beneath boards or
drop-lights to avoid damage caused by steam, condensate or fire. Before operating, always
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