SEVERIN WK 3475 Mode D'emploi page 11

∙ Also beware of the danger
of scalding from hot steam
being emitted. Therefore, do
not touch any parts of the
appliance except the handle
during use.
∙ Caution! During the boiling
process and when pouring
out hot water, the lid must
be kept closed at all times.
∙ The kettle may only be
operated with the base
provided with the appliance.
∙ Never remove the water
container from the base
(or replace it) while the
appliance is switched on.
∙ The electrical connections in
the base must be protected
at all times against possible
contact with water.
∙ Caution: Any misuse of the
appliance can cause severe
personal injury.
∙ Caution: Keep any packaging materials
well away from children – such materials
are a potential source of danger, e.g. of
suffocation.
∙ Every time the appliance is used, the
main body including the power cord as
well as any attachment fi tted should
be checked thoroughly for any defects.
Should the appliance, for instance, have
been dropped onto a hard surface, or if
excessive force has been used to pull the
power cord, it must no longer be used:
even invisible damage may have adverse
effects on the operational safety of the
appliance.
∙ Caution: To prevent the glass from
cracking, do not fi ll the hot container with
cold water.
∙ Because of the kettle's high power
usage, it must not be operated with any
type of extension cable.
∙ The appliance must be used only on a
heat-resistant, level surface.
∙ Do not operate the appliance below a
hanging cupboard or similar object; there
is a risk that escaping steam may be
trapped underneath.
∙ Do not allow the appliance or its power
cord to come into contact with open
fl ames or any hot surfaces such as hot-
plates.
∙ Do not let the power cord hang free, and
keep the cord well away from hot parts of
the housing.
∙ Always remove the plug from the wall
socket,
- in case of any malfunction,
- after use,
- during cleaning.
∙ No responsibility is accepted if damage
results from improper use, or if these
instructions are not complied with.
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