3SAFETY PRECAUTIONS1. Read all instructions and keep these safety instruc-tions.2. Connect the appliance to a mains socket with anearth connection only. Mains voltage must be thesame as the details on the rating plate. The use ofincorrect connection will negate the guarantee andmay be hazardous.3. This appliance is intended to be used in householdonly. It is not intended to be used in following ap-plications, and the guarantee will not apply for:- staff kitchen areas in shops, offices and other work-ing environments;- farm houses;- by clients in hotels, motels and other residential typeenvironments;- bed and breakfast type environments;4. In case of any inappropriate use or failure to com-ply with the instructions, the manufacturer acceptsno responsibility and the guarantee will not apply.Use only NESCAFÉ DOLCE GUSTO capsules. Eachcapsule is designed to prepare a perfect cup, andcannot be reused. Do not remove hot capsules byhand. Use handles or knobs.5. Always use the appliance on a flat, stable, heat re-sistant surface away from sources of heat or watersplashes.6. To protect against fire, electric shock and injury topersons do not immerse the power cord, plugs orthe appliance in water or other liquid. Never touchthe power cord with wet hands. Do not overfill thewater tank.7. In case of an emergency remove the plug from thepower socket immediately.8. Close supervision is necessary when the applianceis used near children. Keep the appliance / powercord / capsule holder out of reach of children. Chil-dren should be supervised to ensure that they donot play with the appliance. Never leave the appli-ance without surveillance while making a beverage.9. This appliance is not intended for use by children orpersons with reduced physical, sensory or mentalcapabilities, or lack of experience and knowledge,unless they have been given supervision or instruc-tion concerning use of the appliance by a personresponsible for their safety. Persons who have a lim-ited or no understanding of the operation and use ofthis appliance must first read and fully understandthe contents of the user manual, and where appro-priate seek additional guidance on its operation anduse from the person responsible for their safety.10. Do not use the appliance without the drip tray anddrip grid, except when a very tall mug is used. Donot use the appliance for hot water preparation.11. For health reasons, always fill the water tank withfresh drinking water.12. After use of the appliance always remove the cap-sule and clean the capsule holder. Empty and cleanthe drip tray and capsule bin daily. Users allergicto dairy products: Rinse the head according to thecleaning procedure.13. Unplug from the mains socket when not in use.14. Unplug from the mains socket before cleaning.Allow to cool before putting on or taking off parts,before cleaning the appliance. Never clean wet orimmerse appliance in any fluid. Never clean the ap-pliance with running water. Never use detergents toclean the appliance. Clean the appliance only usingsoft sponges/brushes. The water tank should becleaned with a baby bottle brush.15. Never turn the machine upside down.16. If away for prolonged periods, on holiday, etc. theappliance must be emptied, cleaned and un-plugged. Rinse before reuse. Operate the rinsecycle before re-using your appliance.17. Do not turn off the appliance during the descalingprocess. Rinse the water tank and clean the appli-ance to avoid any residual descaling agent.18. Any operation, cleaning and care other than normaluse must be undertaken by after-sales service cen-tres approved by NESCAFÉ DOLCE GUSTO Hotline.When using electrical appliances, basic safety precautions shall always be followed, includingthe following: