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IMPORTANT
Read this user manual carefully before you use the appliance and save it for future
reference.
Danger
• Never immerse the base, the power cord or the mains plug in water or any other
liquid.
• Failure to follow the descaling instructions may cause irreparable damage.
• Never disassemble the base to avoid the risk of electric shock.
Warning
• This appliance can be used by persons with reduced physical, sensory or
mental capabilities or lack of experience and knowledge if they have been given
supervision or instruction concerning use of the appliance in a safe way and if they
understand the hazards involved.
• This appliance shall not be used by children. Keep the appliance and its cord out
of the reach of children.
• Children shall not play with the appliance.
• Check if the voltage indicated on the appliance corresponds to the local mains
voltage before you connect the appliance.
• Do not use the appliance if the plug, the power cord or the appliance itself is
damaged.
• If the power cord is damaged, it must be replaced by Philips, a service center
authorized by Philips or similarly qualified persons in order to avoid a hazard.
• There are no serviceable parts inside the electric steam sterilizer. Do not attempt to
open, service or repair the electric steam sterilizer yourself.
• The appliance becomes extremely hot during operation and may cause burns if it
is touched.
• Beware of hot steam that comes out of the vent in the lid or when you remove the
lid. Steam can cause burns.
• Do not touch the base, the baskets and the lid during or shortly after operation
because they are very hot. Only lift the lid by its grip.
• Never move or open the appliance when it is in use or when the water in it is still
hot.
• Never place items on top of the appliance when it is in use.
• Only use water without any additives.
• Do not put bleach or other chemicals in the appliance.
• Do not pour water over the indication on reservoir or 130ml/4.5oz water.
• Only sterilize baby bottles and other items that are suitable for sterilizers. Check
the user manual of the items you want to sterilize, to make sure they are suitable
for sterilizers.
• If you want to stop the operation, press power off button (for SCF291) or press the
on/off button (for SCF293) to turn off the appliance.
• This appliance is intended for household use only.
• Do not misuse the sterilizer for other than its intended use to avoid potential injury.
Caution
• Never use any accessories or parts from other manufacturers or that Philips does
not specifically recommend. If you use such accessories or parts, your guarantee
becomes invalid.
• Do not expose the appliance to extreme heat or direct sunlight.
• Always let the appliance cool down before you move or store it.
• The accessible surfaces may become hot during use.
• Do not sterilize very small items which can fall through the holes in the bottom of
the basket.
• Never place items directly on the heating element when the appliance is switched
on.
• Do not use the appliance if it has fallen or is damaged in any way. Take it to an
authorized Philips service center for repair.
• Always place and use the appliance on a dry, stable, level and horizontal surface.
• Do not place the appliance on a hot surface.
• Do not let the power cord hang over the edge of the table or worktop on which the
appliance stands.
• Always pour any remaining water out of the appliance after use and when the
appliance has cooled down.
• Switch off the appliance and disconnect from supply before changing accessories
or approaching parts that move in use.
• Environmental conditions, such as temperature and altitude, may affect the
functioning of this appliance.
• Cleaning and user maintenance shall not be made by children.
• Always disconnect the device from supply if it's left unattended.
Electromagnetic fields (EMF)
This Philips appliance complies with all applicable standards and regulations
regarding exposure to electromagnetic fields.
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