6INSTRUCTIONS FOR THE ELECTRICAL CORD• A short electrical cord has been provided to keep it from twisting or causing tripping.• Extension cords can be used, but must be used with great care.When an extension cord is used, check that:a. the voltage listed on the extension cord corresponds to the electrical voltage of the appliance;b. the cord has a grounded, three-prong plug (if the appliance's cord is of this type);c. the cord does not dangle from the table to avoid tripping.• Do not use multi-socketsGENERAL INFORMATIONThis coffee machine is made for brewing espresso coffee using coffee beans, and it is equipped with adevice to dispense steam and hot water.Warning: no liability is assumed for any damage caused by:• incorrect use not in accordance with the intended uses;• repairs not carried out by authorized customer service centers;• tampering with the power cord;• tampering with any part of the machine;• the use of non-original spare parts and accessories;• failure to descale the machine or use at temperatures below 0°C (32°F)IN THESE CASES, THE WARRANTY IS NOT VALID.THE WARNING TRIANGLE INDICATES ALL IMPORTANT INSTRUCTIONSFOR THE USER’S SAFETY. PLEASE FOLLOW THESE INSTRUCTIONSCAREFULLY TO PREVENT SERIOUS INJURIES!HOW TO USE THESE OPERATING INSTRUCTIONSKeep these operating instructions in a safe place and make them available to anyone else who may use thecoffee machine. For further information or if you experience problems not completely or sufficiently addressed inthese instructions, please contact an Authorized Customer Service Center.KEEP THESE INSTRUCTIONSIMPORTANT PRECAUTIONARY MEASURES