[. . . ] Read the operating instructions carefully before putting the appliance into operation and keep the instructions including the warranty, the receipt and, if possible, the box with the internal packing. the appliance is designed exclusively for private use and for the envisaged purpose. [. . . ] The bread can burn, so never use the sandwich toaster near or below curtains and other inflammable materials!Lightly grease the baking surfaces before the unit is used for the first time. Use the appliance for about 10 minutes with the toasting surfaces closed (see "Using the unit"). Insert the mains plug into a correctly installed safety socket (230V, 50 Hz). When both control lamps light up, the baking temperature has been reached. After a few seconds only the red control lamp lights up and the green one goes off. Normal browning has been reached, however, when the green control lamp goes on again. The baking section should always be closed in the intervals between baking. Our tip: Lightly spread the outside of the bread (the side coming into contact with the toasting surfaces) with butter or margarine. That way your sandwich can be easily removed afterwards from the sandwich toaster. This device has been tested according to all relevant current CE guidelines, such as electromagnetic compatibility and low voltage directives, and has been constructed in accordance with the latest safety regulations. The device supplied by our Company is covered by a 24 month guarantee starting on the date of purchase (receipt). [. . . ] ) as well as cleaning, maintenance or the replacement of said parts are not covered by the guarantee and hence are to be paid!After the expiry of the guarantee repairs can be carried by the competent dealer or repair service against the payment of the ensuing costs. [. . . ]