[. . . ] Storage compartment cover Important safety instructions Before the appliance is used, the main unit as well as any attachments fitted should be checked thoroughly for defects. Should the appliance, for instance, have been dropped onto a hard surface, it must not be used any longer: even invisible damage may have adverse effects on the operational safety of the appliance. [. . . ] Freshly extracted juice should be stored only in a covered container inside a refrigerator. - It is advisable to use glass or plastic containers, since metal containers might affect the taste. - After cleaning, cut up the fruit or vegetable so that it fits down the feeder tube. Before extracting juice from fruit or vegetables with seeds or stones, these must be removed. - The following fruits and vegetables are not suitable for juice extraction: Bananas, figs, grapes, avocados, aubergines, raspberries, blackberries, currants, elderberries, rhubarb, blueberries, cranberries, beetroot etc. Short-term operation The appliance has been designed for shortterm operation only, ie, it should not be operated continuously for more than 3 minutes. Switch off the appliance afterwards and allow the motor to cool down before switching it on again. Before using for the first time - Before the appliance is used for the first time, it must be cleaned as described in the section General Cleaning and Care Operation - Attach the pulp container to the motor block. Fit the filter and grating plate insert onto 5 - - - the drive shaft coupling and push downwards. If the tabs are not locked into place, a built-in safety device will prevent the appliance from operating. Insert the plug into the wall outlet and use the on/off switch to switch on the juicer. Feed the cleaned and pre-cut fruit or vegetable pieces down the feeder tube while the motor is running. [. . . ] This guarantee is only valid if the appliance has been used in accordance with the instructions, and provided that it has not been modified, repaired or interfered with by any unauthorised person, or damaged through misuse. This guarantee naturally does not cover wear and tear, nor breakables such as glass and ceramic items, bulbs etc. [. . . ]