[. . . ] Keep it away from sources of heat, direct sunlight, humidity (never dip it into any liquid) and sharp edges. When cleaning or putting it away, switch off the appliance and always pull out the plug from the socket (pull on the plug, not the cable) if the appliance is not being used and remove the attached accessories. If you should leave the workplace, always switch the machine off or remove the plug from the socket (pull the plug itself, not the lead). [. . . ] Before using the machine for the first time, please rinse out the pot (2) once and boil fresh water in the entire machine twice. Never forget to insert the disc filter (4) and the sealing ring (5) as it is possible that the coffee will be pressed upwards. You can read off the level to which it is filled using the water level indicator (inside the water container). We recommend fresh soft water, as water containing salt or lime will detract from the coffee aroma. Fill the funnel-shaped filter with coffee or espresso powder without pressing the powder down. Place the coffee powder in the filter either in spoons or small quantities in order to avoid filling in too much powder, which will then fall out. Spread the powder evenly and remove any powder from the edge of the filter if necessary. Important: Please use high-quality medium-ground coffee powder produced specifically for espresso machines. Please place the pot on the water container with the b dot on the pot located above the , , " symbol, and then turn tight in the direction of , , ". Check whether the mains voltage supply that you intend to use is the same as that of the kettle. Unwind the mains lead completely on the base section (11), ensuring that the lead is not tangled up. â· Only connect the machine to a properly installed 230 V, 50 Hz safety socket. After boiling the machine switches off automatically and the control lamp goes off. To pour out the coffee please remove the entire machine from the base. Wait until the machine has cooled down completely before you start to clean it. Each time you have used the machine clean the entire filter insert and the pot in soapy water. [. . . ] *) Damage to accessories does not mean automatic free replacement of the whole machine. Broken glass or breakage of plastic parts are always subject to a charge. Motor pistons, kneading blades, drive shafts, spare remote control, spare toothbrushes, saw blades, etc. [. . . ]