Viking VCCM12MS Use and Care Manual - Page 5

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 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 1-800-216-5775 to speak with the Viking Culinary Warranty and Service Center. • 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 one-half turn before serving any beverages. • 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. 5