[. . . ] Rating label Important safety instructions Before the appliance is used, the main body including the power cord as well as any attachment fitted should be checked thoroughly for any defects. Should the appliance, for instance, have been dropped onto a hard surface, it must no longer be used: even invisible damage may have adverse effects on the operational safety of the appliance. In the event of such damage being found, the appliance must no longer be used. [. . . ] Before using the appliance for the first time The measuring cup, lid, chute and heating insert should be cleaned with a damp, lintfree cloth as described in General care and cleaning. Insert the plug into a suitable wall socket and switch the appliance on for 2 minutes. This will remove the smell typically encountered when first switching on such appliances. Appliance sufficient time to cool down before preparing popcorn for the first time. intermittent operation This popcorn maker is not designed for continuous operation. It should not be operated for more than 5 minutes at a time, after which it must be switched off for about 10 minutes to cool down. Thermal safety cut-out The integral thermal safety cut-out protects the appliance from overheating, for instance when extended use causes an overload. The appliance will automatically resume operation when allowed to cool down sufficiently. Do not put any other ingredients (oil, fat, salt, sugar etc) into the heating insert. - Tilt the measuring cup so that the kernels slide down into the heating insert. - Place a container big enough for the corresponding quantity of popcorn expected underneath the chute. - After processing, switch the appliance off, take the plug out of the wall socket and remove any remaining kernels. Practical hints - Once the popcorn is done, some melted butter or margarine seasoned with herbs if desired - may be poured over the popcorn. - If a large proportion of the kernels have not `popped', the kernels are either too Old or not suitable for making popcorn. [. . . ] This guarantee naturally does not cover wear and tear, nor breakables such as glass and ceramic items, bulbs etc. If the product fails to operate and needs to be returned, pack it carefully, enclosing your name and address and the reason for return. If within the guarantee period, please also provide the guarantee card and proof of purchase. [. . . ]