6IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDSWhen using any electrical appliance, some basic safety precautions should be observed. Specifically:• Read all instructions carefully.• Make sure the voltage of your electrical system corresponds to the voltage shown on the bottom ofthe machine.• Do not touch hot surfaces. Use handles or knobs.• To protect against fire, electrical shock and personal injury, do not immerse cord, plug, or appliancein water or other liquid.• Keep the appliance out of the reach of children and do not leave appliance unattended while inoperation.• Disconnect the plug from the power outlet when the machine is not in use and before cleaning.• Do not operate the machine with a damaged cord or plug, after faulty operation, or when it hasbeen damaged in any way. Contact the nearest De’Longhi service facility for examination, repairor adjustment.• The use of accessories not recommended by the manufacturer may result in fire, electrical shock, orpersonal injury.• Do not use the machine outdoors.• Make sure the power cord does not hang over the edge of the table or counter-top to avoid gettingaccidentally caught or entangled.• Do not place the machine or its electrical parts on or near electric stoves, cooking surfaces, or gasburners.• To disconnect the appliance, turn appliance “OFF”, then remove plug from wall outlet.• Do not use this machine for any purpose other than its intended use. This appliance is for householduse only. The manufacturer declines all responsibility for any damage caused by improper,incorrect, or irresponsible use.• For machines with glass carafe:A. The carafe is an accessory to be used exclusively with this appliance. Never use it on a cookingsurface.B. Do not set the hot container on a damp or cold surface.C. Do not use the carafe if it is cracked or the handle is not completely sturdy.D. Do not use abrasive detergents or sponges to clean.WARNING: To prevent the risk of fire or electric shock, never remove the upper part of theappliance. There are no elements inside that the user needs to access. Any necessary repairsmust be made by an authorized service center.SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONSTHIS APPLIANCE IS FOR HOUSEHOLD USE ONLY.