[. . . ] If the appliance, for instance, has 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. Do not leave the appliance unattended while in use and keep children away. This appliance is not intended for use by any person (including children) with reduced physical, sensory or mental capabilities, or lacking experience and knowledge, unless they have been given supervision or instruction concerning the use of the appliance by a person 4 responsible for their safety. [. . . ] Children should be supervised to ensure that they do not play with the appliance. Do not touch any moving parts during operation - this can be extremely dangerous. Do not allow the appliance or its power cord to touch hot surfaces or to come into contact with any heat sources. Always switch the appliance off and remove the plug from the wall socket, - before opening the lid, - before removing or fitting the blender jug, - before cleaning, - in case of any malfunction during use, - after use. When removing the plug from the wall socket, never pull on the power cord; always grip the plug itself. No responsibility will be accepted if damage results from improper use, or if these instructions are not complied with. This appliance is only intended for domestic use and not for commercial applications. In order to comply with safety regulations and to avoid hazards, repairs of electrical appliances must be carried out by qualified personnel. General Care and Cleaning Always remove the plug from the wall socket before cleaning the appliance. To avoid the risk of electric shock, do not clean the motor housing or the power cord with water and do not immerse them in water. Do not use abrasives, harsh cleaning solutions or hard brushes for cleaning, and do not clean in a dish-washer. - For cleaning after use, fill the blender jug with approximately 1250 ml warm water and a mild cleaning detergent. Let the appliance run for a short period as described in the section Operation. Disposal Do not dispose of old or defective appliances in domestic garbage; this should only be done through public collection points. Guarantee This product is guaranteed against defects in materials and workmanship for a period of two years from the date of purchase. Under this guarantee the manufacturer undertakes to repair or replace any parts found to be defective, providing the product is returned to one of our authorised service centres. [. . . ] Guarantee This product is guaranteed against defects in materials and workmanship for a period of two years from the date of purchase. Under this guarantee the manufacturer undertakes to repair or replace any parts found to be defective, providing the product is returned to one of our authorised service centres. 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. [. . . ]