4EnglishIntroduction Congratulations on buying this Gaggia Velasca Prestige fullautomatic espresso machine! The machine is suitable for preparingespresso coffee using whole coffee beans.Important safeguardsWhen using electrical appliances, basic safety precautions shouldalways be followed, including the following:1 Read all instructions.2 Do not touch hot surfaces. Use handles or knobs.3 To protect against fire, electric shock and injury to persons donot immerse cord, plugs, or appliance in water or other liquid.4 Close supervision is necessary when the appliance is used by ornear children.5 Unplug from outlet when not in use and before cleaning. Allowto cool before putting on or taking off parts, and before cleaningthe appliance.6 Do not operate any appliance with a damaged cord or plug orafter the appliance malfunctions, or has been damaged in anymanner. Return appliance to the nearest authorized servicefacility for examination, repair or adjustment.7 The use of accessory attachments not recommended by theappliance manufacturer may result in fire, electric shock orinjury to persons.8 Do not use outdoors.9 Do not let cord hang over edge of table or counter, or touch hotsurfaces.10 Do not place on or near a hot gas or electric burner, or in aheated oven.11 Always attach plug to appliance first, then plug cord into walloutlet. To disconnect, turn any control to “off”, then removeplug from wall outlet.12 Do not use appliance for other than intended use.SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS4219_460_3729_1_booklet_A5_v1.indd 4 14/02/17 08:58