Do not immerse the ap-
■
pliance itself or the mains
cable or mains plug or base
(socket) in water or other
liquids.
Thoroughly dry all parts
■
after cleaning.
Risks associated with
handling household
appliances which heat up
Fire hazard!
The appliance will become
very hot during operation.
Flammable objects placed
close to the appliance may
ignite easily.
Do not set up the appli-
■
ance near fl ammable ob-
jects such as curtains.
Never place the appliance
■
on or near hot surfaces
such as hobs, ovens, etc.
Do not cover the appliance,
■
e.g. with cloths or similar
Risks caused by hot liquids
and steam
Risk of scalding!
While using the kettle, hot
steam will come out which
can lead to scalding.
Safety
Avoid any contact with the
■
hot steam during the heat-
ing process, when refi lling
the water tank and when
the lid is open. Keep your
face away from it in par-
ticular.
Do not open the lid during
■
operation.
Allow the hot appliance to
■
cool for at least 5 minutes
prior to fi lling with cold water.
If the water tank is overfi lled
or the lid is open, hot water
can spurt out during boiling.
This can lead to scalding.
Do not fi ll the water tank
■
past the MAX mark.
Ensure that the lid is closed
■
during operation.
Leave the tea strainer in
■
the water tank during oper-
ation.
If the appliance falls down,
contact with hot water can
lead to scalding.
Do not allow the mains
■
cord to hang over the edge
of the worktop on which
the appliance is standing.
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