carried out by a service centre authorised by Philips to avoid a hazard.
• The machine should not be used by children younger than 8 years old.
• The machine can be used by children of 8 years and upwards if they have previously
been instructed on the correct use of the machine and made aware of the associated
dangers or if they are supervised by an adult.
• Cleaning and maintenance should not be carried out by children unless they are more
than 8 years old and supervised by an adult.
• Keep the machine and its power cord out of reach of children under 8 years old.
• The machine may be used by persons with reduced physical, sensory or mental
capabilities or lacking suffi cient experience and/or skills if they have previously been
instructed on the correct use of the machine and made aware of the associated dangers
or if they are supervised by an adult.
• Children should be supervised to ensure that they do not play with the machine.
Cautions
• The machine is for household use only. It is not intended for use in environments such
as canteens, staff kitchens of shops, offi ces, farms or other work environments.
• Always put the machine on a fl at and stable surface.
• Do not place the machine on hot surfaces, directly next to a hot oven, heater units or
similar sources of heat.
• Let the machine cool down before inserting or removing any parts.
• Never use warm or hot water to fi ll the water tank. Use only cold non sparkling drinking
water.
• Never clean with scrubbing powders or harsh cleaners. Simply use a soft cloth dampened
with water.
• Descale your machine regularly. Not doing this will make your appliance stop working
properly. In this case repair is not covered under your warranty!
• Do not keep the machine at temperature below 0 °C. Residue water in the heating
system may freeze and damage the machine.
• Do not leave water in the water tank when the machine is not used over a long period of
time. The water can be contaminated. Use fresh water every time you use the machine.
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