Gastroback 41006 User Manual - Page 6

• WARNING: Do not operate the appliance when the blender jug has a crack or any part of it is likely to be damaged. The appliance is likely to be damaged if the appliance was subject to inadmissible strain (i.e. overheating, mechanical, or electric shock) or if there are any cracks, excessively frayed parts, distortions or the motor stalls or stucks. In this case, immediately unplug the appliance and return the entire appliance (including all parts and accessories) to an authorised service centre for examination and repair. • WARNING: Do not fill ingredients into the blender jug which exceed a temperature of 60 degrees. After processing ice cubes slowly heat up the blender jug before processing hot ingredients. Otherwise the blender jug will crack or get damaged. Use gloves processing hot liquids and do not fill the blender jug up too high. Ensure not to burn yourself on the blender jug, overrunning, spurt out or hot steam. • WARNING: When processing hot food take out the inner lid to let out the hot steam and to avoid pressure build-up. Place a towel over the opening in the lid to avoid splatter. • Never place anything other than food and liquids in the blender whilst the motor is running. • WARNING: Do not place blender in the freezer with food or liquids. This will freeze and damage the blade assembly housing, blender jug and motor. • CAUTION: DO NOT place the motorblock in an automatic dishwasher. • ATTENTION: The circular plastic surround attached to the base of the blender jug in not removable! Same with the plastic surround attached to the blades. Safeguards for daily operation • The appliance is designed for normal household quantities. Do not operate or store the appliance outdoors or in damp or wet areas. • Do not attempt to operate the appliance using any parts or accessories not recommended by the manufacturer (i.e. blade, sealing ring). Do not operate the appliance, when the appliance or any part of it is likely to be damaged, to avoid risk of fire, electric shock or any other damage or injury to persons. Do not attempt to open the motor housing or to repair the power cord. Check the entire appliance regularly for proper operation. The appliance is likely to be damaged if the appliance was subject to inadmissible strain (i.e. overheating, mechanical, or electric shock) or if there are any cracks, excessively frayed parts, distortions or the motor stalls or stucks. In this case, immediately unplug the appliance and return the entire appliance (including all parts and accessories) to an authorised service centre for examination and repair. • Do not lift, pull or carry the appliance by the power cord. To move or operate the appliance, always grasp the motorblock. • This appliance can be used by children aged from 8 years and above and persons with reduced physical, sensory or mental capabilities, or lack of experience and knowledge, if they have been given supervision or instruction concerning the use of the appliance in a safe way and understand the hazards involved. Do not let children play with the appliance. Cleaning and user maintenance must not be carried out by children without supervision. • Always place the appliance on a clean, dry and stable surface where it is protected from inadmissible strain (i.e. mechanical or electric shock, overheating, frost, moisture) and where young children cannot reach it. Do not place the appliance near the edge of a bench or table during operation. Vibration during operation may cause the appliance to move. 44