the appliance has been dropped.
• Never pull the plug out of the mains socket by the supply cord.
• Do not wrap the supply cord around the main body of the
appliance during or after use.
• Always ensure the voltage to be used corresponds with the
voltage on the appliance; this is indicated on the bottom of the
housing.
• Do not leave the supply cord hanging over the edge of a kitchen
table or worktop.
• Avoid contact between the supply cord and hot surfaces.
• Always ensure that your hands are dry before removing the plug
from the mains outlet.
• Never place the blade or disc directly on the motor of the
housing base. Always ensure the correctly associated work bowl
is in place.
• Before switching on the processor, ensure that the blade is locked
into place on the motor spindle (taking care to avoid the sharp
edges), and that the lid is correctly fitted. Do not force or block
the lid mechanism.
• Always carefully insert the blade before adding the ingredients.
• Keep hands, spatulas and other utensils away from moving
blades or discs whilst the appliance is in operation. A plastic
spatula may be used, but only when the food processor motor
is stopped.
• Never push food down by hand when slicing or shredding.
Always use a pusher.
• Make sure the motor has completely stopped before removing
the lid.
• Always remove the bowl from the motor base very carefully
before removing the blade.
• Never leave the appliance unattended when switched on or
plugged in.
• Always ensure the blades and bowl have been thoroughly
cleaned after each use and have dried completely before storing.
• Never store any blade or disc on motor shaft. To reduce the risk
of injury, no blade or disc should be placed on the shaft except
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