IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS
When using electrical appliances, consideration should always be given to basic safety precautions including the following:
•Read all instructions.
•Do not touch hot surfaces
•Do not place on or near a hot gas or electric burner, or in a heated oven.
•To disconnect, turn off; then remove plug from wall outlet.
•Do not place cord, plugs, or brewer in water or any other liquid.
•This appliance should not be used by children, and care should be taken when operated near children.
•Unplug from outlet when not in use for extended periods of time and before cleaning. Allow to cool before putting on or taking off parts and before cleaning the appliance.
•Do not operate the coffee maker with a damaged cord or plug or after the coffee maker malfunctions or has been damaged in any manner. Please call
•The use of an accessory not evaluated for use with this coffee maker may cause fire, electric shock, or other possible injury.
•Do not use outdoors.
•Do not let cord hang over edge of table or counter, or touch hot surfaces.
•This coffee maker is for household use only; it is not intended or warranted for commercial use.
•Do not use coffee maker for anything other than its intended use.
•Do not remove filter basket while brewing.
•The carafe is designed for use with this coffee maker only. It must never be used on a range top or in a microwave.
•Do not use a carafe with a cracked, loose, weakened or damaged handle.
•Do not clean carafe with cleansers, steel wool pads, or other abrasive materials.
•Allow brew basket to drain before removing to avoid scalding.
•Using permanent filters with paper filters may cause the brew basket to clog or possibly overflow.
•Screw lid securely onto carafe before brewing and
•To protect against fire, electrical shock and injury to persons, do not immerse cord, plug or appliance in water or liquid.
•Any service to the unit should be performed by an authorized Viking Range Corporation service agent or representative.
•Do not pour liquids, other than water and/or descaling solution specified in this manual, into water reservoir.
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