15. Do not use this appliance at altitudes higher than6800 ft. / 2200 m above sea level.16. Flush the Coffee Machine with fresh water before using it forthe first time (See ‘Preparing the machine for use’). This willcause the boiler to fill with water; which is essential for themachine to work properly.17. To prevent scalds and/or property damage, always make sureCoffee Machine lid is securely in place and properly lockedbefore you start using the machine and during brew cycle.Do not force when opening or closing lid.18. Do not open lid until Coffee Machine has finished brew cycle.Hot steam or hot water trapped under lid cover could burnyour fingers.19.Warning:To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock,do not remove the bottom cover. No user serviceableparts are inside. Return the Coffee Machine to thenearest Authorized Norelco Service Location forexamination, repair or adjustment.SAVE THESEINSTRUCTIONSSPECIAL INSTRUCTIONSThis Coffee Machine has a short cord to reduce the hazards ofbecoming entangled in or tripping over a longer cord. An extensioncord may be used if the rating is equal to or greater than the ratingof the Coffee Machine. Use an extension cord rated 13 amperesor greater. Care must be taken to arrange extension cord so that itdoes not hang over the edge of counter top or table top, where itcan be pulled on by children or tripped over unintentionally.Operating the Coffee Machine and another appliance at the sametime from the same electrical circuit could cause an electricaloverload, which would blow the fuse or trip the circuit breaker.SPECIAL POLARIZED PLUGINSTRUCTIONSThis Philips Coffee Machine has a polarized plug (one blade is widerthan the other) as an added safety feature. To reduce the risk ofelectric shock:- Plug will fit into polarized outlet only one way.- If plug does not properly fit into outlet at first, reverse it.- If plug still does not fit, contact a qualified electrician.DO NOT ATTEMPT TO DEFEAT THISSAFETY FEATURE IN ANY WAY.