7Important safety informationThis machine is equipped with safety features. Nevertheless, read and followthe safety instructions carefully and only use the machine as described in theseinstructions, to avoid accidental injury or damage due to improper use of themachine. Keep this safety booklet for future reference.WarningGeneral- Check if the voltage indicated on the machine corresponds to the local mainsvoltage before you connect the appliance.- Connect the machine to an earthed wall socket.- Do not let the power cord hang over the edge of a table or worktop and do not letit touch hot surfaces.- To avoid the danger of electric shock, never immerse the machine, mains plug orpower cord in water or any other liquid.- Do not pour liquids on the power cord connector.- To avoid the danger of burns, keep body parts away from hot water jets producedby the machine.- Do not touch hot surfaces. Use handles and knobs.- Switch off the machine with the main switch located on the back (if present) andremove the mains plug from the wall socket:• If a malfunction occurs.• If you are not going to use the appliance for a long time.• Before you clean the machine.- Pull at the plug, not at the power cord.- Do not touch the mains plug with wet hands.- Do not use the machine if the mains plug, the power cord or the machine itself isdamaged.- Do not make any modifications to the machine or its power cord.- Only have repairs carried out by a service center authorized by Gaggia to avoid ahazard.- The machine should not be used by children younger than 8 years old.- This machine can be used by children aged from 8 years and above andby persons with reduced physical, sensory or mental capabilities or lack ofexperience and knowledge if they have been given supervision or instructionconcerning use of the machine in a safe way and if they understand the hazardsinvolved.- Cleaning and user maintenance shall not be made by children unless they areolder than 8 and supervised.- Keep the machine and its cord out of the reach of children aged less than 8years.- Children should be supervised to ensure that they do not play with the machine.- Never insert fingers or other objects into the coffee grinder.- Be careful when you dispense hot water.ENGLISH 74219-465-00621 MANUAL GAG. BESANA HD8651 EN-FR-ES 120US.indd 7 14/10/2019 09:21:12