Important Safeguards - DeLonghi EOP2046 Instructions For Use Manual

IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS

When using electrical appliances, a number of fundamental safety rules must be observed, including the following:
1. READ ALL THE INSTRUCTIONS
2. Do not touch the hot surfaces. Only use the knobs or handles to operate the appliance.
3. Before using the appliance, move it 2 inches (5/10 cm) away from the wall and any other object that is on the same
surface. Remove any objects located above the appliance. Do not use on surfaces that may be damaged by the
heat.
4. To avoid electric shock, do not immerse the appliance in water. See the instructions for cleaning.
5. If the appliance is used when children are around, pay careful attention to the metal walls of the oven and the door,
which become very hot. The appliance must not be used by children without supervision. Make sure that children
do not play with the appliance.
6. Unplug the appliance from the power outlet when it is not being used or before cleaning it. Always place the TOAST
COLOR knob in the off "•" position and the TEMPERATURE knob in the "•" position before unplugging the appliance
allow to cool before putting on or taking off parts.
Wait for the appliance to cool down before fitting or removing any parts.
7. Never operate the appliance with the cable or the plug damaged, if any malfunctions have occurred, or if the ap-
pliance has been damaged in any way. Take the appliance to the nearest authorized service center, which will in-
spect it and, if necessary, will adjust or repair it.
8. The use of accessories that are not recommended by the manufacturer may cause injuries.
9. Do not use outdoors.
10. Do not let the power cable hang from the counter or come into contact with hot surfaces.
11. Do not place the appliance above or near a gas or electric cooker or in a heated oven.
12. Do not move the appliance if it contains hot oil or other hot liquids.
13. If the plug heats up, contact a qualified electrician.
14. Do not use this appliance for purposes other than those it has been designed for.
15. Use maximum care when removing the bake pan as it may contain hot food and liquid.
16. Do not use metal or abrasive materials to clean the appliance, small particles may be detached that cause electric
shocks.
17. To ensure the safe operation of the appliance, never introduce foods or utensils that are too large for the oven.
18. A fire may occur if the toaster-oven is covered or touching flammable material, including curtains, draperies, walls,
and the like, when in operation. Do not store any item on top of the appliance when in operation.
19. WARNING: Never leave the appliance unattended when operating (especially when broiling or toasting).
20. When broiling, the bake pan and the wire rack must be used as described in the instructions on page 21.
21. Extreme care must be taken when using containers made from materials other than glass, metal or ovenproof
ceramics.
22. Do not place any objects in the oven when this is not being used, apart from the accessories recommended by the
manufacturer.
23. Do not place any of the following materials into or on top of the oven: paper, cardboard, plastic and the like.
24. Do not cover parts of the oven with metal foil, to avoid overheating.
25. To switch the appliance off, turn the Timer knob to the TOAST COLOR knob in the off "•" position and the TEMPERA-
TURE knob in the "•" position.
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