[. . . ] Allow to cool before putting on or taking off parts and before cleaning the appliance. Do not operate any appliance with a damaged cord or plug, or after the appliance malfunctions, or is dropped or has been damaged in any manner. The use of accessory attachments is not recommended by the manufacturer. [. . . ] Choose your desired temperature by turning the adjustable thermostat knob from low to high (or high to low) setting. When the appliance reaches the set temperature, the green ready light will illuminate and 6 beeps will sound to let you know it is time to pour the waffle (pancake) batter into the bottom of the grid (Belgian plate). The appliance will maintain the set temperature during the entire baking process. It will light up again along with 3 beeps to let you know the waffle is done. metal knife as this may damage the non-stick coating. NOTE: The waffle maker does not turn off automatically after baking is complete. The only way to turn off the waffle maker is to remove the plug from the outlet. Allow to cool before taking off or putting on any parts, and before cleaning. Please return the appliance to the nearest service facility for repair, adjustment and replacement when both red and green lights flash. 3. 8. 4. NOTE: · Care must be taken to ensure that fingers do not come into contact with the plates. When baking is finished, open the waffle maker and remove the waffle with a plastic or wooden spatula. Never use CLEANING: · Always pull out the main plug before any cleaning operation and allow the appliance to cool down. · Never dip the appliance into water or hold it under running water. · Use a damp cloth and a non-abrasive cleaning detergent on the plates. · Never use sharp or pointed objects or any abrasive cleaning agents for cleaning purposes. NEVER IMMERSE THE APPLIANCE IN WATER OR OTHER LIQUID. -4- -5- Limited Warranty What does the warranty cover?We warrant each appliance to be free from defects in material and workmanship. Our obligation under this warranty is limited to repair at our factory or authorized service center of any defective parts or part thereof, other than parts damaged in transit. In the event of a products replacement or return, the unit must be returned transportation prepaid. [. . . ] All implied warranties are limited to the applicable warranty period set forth above. This limitation does not apply if you enter into an extended warranty with De'Longhi. Some states do not allow limitations on how long an implied warranty lasts, so the above exclusions may not apply to you. [. . . ]