Important Safeguards

When using electrical appliances, basic safety precautions should always be followed to reduce the risk of fire, electric shock and injury to persons, including the following:

•Read all instructions before using appliance.

•Do not touch hot surfaces. Use handles or knobs.

•When in use, the appliance is under pressure and should never be left unattended.

•Do not immerse cord, plug or appliance in water or other liquid. See instructions for cleaning.

•This appliance is not for use by children.

•Close supervision is necessary when any appliance is used near children.

•Unplug from outlet when not in use. Unplug and allow to cool before putting on or taking off parts and before cleaning.

•Do not operate any damaged appliance. Do not operate with a damaged cord or plug, or after the appliance malfunctions or has been dropped or damaged in any manner. Return appliance to the nearest authorized Service Center for examination, repair or adjustment.

•Use attachments only if recommended by the manufacturer.

•Do not use outdoors or while standing in a damp area.

•Do not let cord hang over edge of table or counter or touch hot surfaces.

•Do not place on or near a hot gas or electric burner, or in a heated oven.

•Prior to connecting or disconnecting plug from wall outlet, turn function knob to “OFF.”

•Never use the appliance without water.

•Only use appliance as indicated in these instructions.

•Keep steam-jet control knob in closed position when not being used.

•Be certain lids are securely in place before operating appliance.

•Do not unscrew or remove safety lid while the appliance is in operation as scalding may occur. Wait until brewing cycle is com- pleted and all water and steam has been used up.

•CAUTION: Relieve pressure through steam tube before removing cup or brew basket.

•The carafe is designed for use with this appliance. It must never be used on a range top.

•Do not set a hot carafe on a wet or cold surface.

•Do not use a cracked carafe or a carafe having a loose or weakened handle.

•Do not clean carafe with abrasive cleansers, steel wool pads, or other abrasive material.