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IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS
Read all this manual thoroughly before using the
appliance.
This is the only way to ensure the best results and maximum
safety for the user. Save these instructions for future reference.
• The appliance must not be modified in any way, as any
modifications may be extremely dangerous.
• The appliance must be installed in conformity with natio-
nal legislation regulating electrical equipment.
• Before using the appliance, check that the mains supply
voltage corresponds to the voltage indicated on the
rating plate.
Connect the appliance to an efficiently earthed power
supply and sockets with a minimum current rating of 10A
only.
• If the socket and the plug of the appliance are incompa-
tible, the socket should be changed by a qualified profes-
sional only.
• The manufacturer cannot be considered responsible for
damage caused by the absence of an earth connection on
the power supply line.
If in doubt, consult a qualified professional.
• If the supply cord is damaged, it must be replaced by the
manufacturer or its service agent or similarly qualified
person in order to avoid a hazard.
• This appliance must be used exclusively by adults.
• This appliance is not intended for use by persons (inclu-
ded children) with reduced physical, sensory or mental
capabilities or lack of experience and knowledge, unless
they have been given supervision or instruction concer-
ning use of the appliance by a person responsible for
their safety.
Children should be supervised to ensure that they do not
play with the appliance.
• After removing the packing, make sure the appliance is
not damaged. If in doubt, do not use the appliance and
contact a qualified professional.
• Do not leave packaging (plastic bags, polystyrene foam,
etc) within reach of children as it could be dangerous.
• The materials used for packaging can be recycled.
You are therefore recommended to dispose of them in
special differentiated waste collection containers.
Do not use an extension cable.
• Do not install the appliance in rooms containing gas, oil
or sulphur. Do not install near sources of heat.
• Do not store explosive substances such as aereosol cans
with a flammable propellant in this appliance.
• Keep the appliance at least 50 cm away from flammable
substances (alcohol etc) or pressurised containers (e.g.
aerosol cans).
• Do not rest heavy or hot objects on top of the appliance.
• This appliance is intended for household use only. It must
be used only indoors. Any other use is considered impro-
per and thus dangerous.
• The manufacturer is not liable for damage caused by
inappropriate, incorrect or irresponsible use or for dama-
ge resulting from repairs carried out by unqualified per-
sonnel.
Important:
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The appliance must not be laid on its side or tur-
ned upside down.
•
Wait at least 1 hour after transporting the
appliance before starting it.
•
Do not leave the selector in the position for
more than 1 minute.
•
After the compressor goes off, always wait at least
5 minutes before starting it again.
•
Use the appliance away from heat sources. Leave
at least 20 cm between the appliance and walls or
objects which could obstruct free air circulation.
•
Do not remove the lid while the dasher is moving.
The use of all electrical appliances implies the observance of
some fundamental rules. In particular:
• Never touch the appliance with wet or damp hands or
feet. Never immerse the appliance in water.
• Never use the appliance in bathrooms.
• Do not pull the power cable.
• Before cleaning or servicing, disconnect the appliance by
unplugging from the mains.
• In the event of malfunction or faulty operation, switch off
and do not attempt to repair.
For all repairs contact the manufacturer’s authorised
Customer Services only and ask for original spare parts.
Failure to respect the above could reduce the safety of the
appliance.
• When the appliance is to be discarded, after unplugging
from the mains, the cable should be cut to make the
appliance unusable.
• Unplug the appliance when not in use.
Do not leave plugged in unnecessarily.
• At the end of its working life, take the appliance to a spe-
cialist waste collection centre.
Materials and accessories coming into contact with food con-
form to EEC directive 1935/2004.
This appliance also complies with the relevant EC directives,
including on radio interference suppression.