[. . . ] All the information and instructions in this manual take into account standard safety regulations, current levels of technical engineering as well as the expertise and experience we have developed over the years. The instruction manual was translated with all due care and attention. If the delivery consists of a special model, the actual scope of delivery may differ from the descriptions and illustrations in this manual. This is also the case for special orders or when the appliance has been modified in line with new technology. [. . . ] The chafing dish and soup warmer are only intended to be used for keeping food hot. Do not use the chafing dish or soup warmer for: Preparation of foods; Preparation of warm or hot water; Heating or cooking of fluids containing sugar, acid, leach or alcohol; Filling or heating inflammable, noxious, volatilizing or similar fluids or materials. Any use going beyond the intended purpose and/or any different use of the device is forbidden and is not considered as conventional. Any claims against the manufacturer or his authorized representative as a consequence of experiencing damages resulting from unconventional use are impossible. Please check the delivery upon completeness and transport damage immediately after receipt. In case of visible damage do not accept or accept the delivery with reservation only. Hidden damages should be reclaimed immediately after notice, as claims for damages can only be asserted within the effective period for complaints. Please do not throw away the covering carton of your device as it might be useful for storage purposes, when moving or, in case of damages, when the device must be sent back to a repair center. The outer and inner packing material should be removed completely from the device before installation. If you liked to dispose the packing, consider the regulations applicable in your country. In case any part is missing please contact our customer service center immediately. Keep the package closed until installation and under consideration of the outside indicated positioning- and storage markings. Packages should be stored under consideration of the following: Do not store outdoors. In case of longer storage (> 3 months) make sure you check the state of the packaging and the parts regularly. Do not use the device in case it does not function properly, has been damaged or dropped. Do not use any accessory or spare parts that have not been recommended by the manufacturer. These can be dangerous for the user or lead to damages of the device or personal injury, and further, the warranty expires. Keep away the cable from operating range and do not dunk it into water. Before installation the local power grid specification should be compared with that of the device (see type label). Place the device on top of an even and safe surface which supports the weight of the device and is not heat sensitive. [. . . ] Use soft cloth only and make sure you never use any kind of abrasive agents or pads, which could scratch the surface. After the cleaning procedure you should use a soft and dry cloth to wipe dry and polish the surface. Before storing the device in a dry place you should make sure it has been cleaned properly. When using the device often and intensively the bottom of the water container should be cleaned regularly. [. . . ]