[. . . ] The operating instructions may refer to different models: any difference is clearly identified. IMPORTANT INFORMATION ON SAFETY Before using the electrical appliance, the following basic precautions should always be followed including the following: 1. This appliance can be used by children aged from 8 years and above and persons with reduced physical, sensory or mental capabilities or lack of experience and knowledge if they have been given supervision or instruction concerning use of the appliance in a safe way and understand the hazards involved. [. . . ] Note: during brewing process you may remove the carafe to serve for duration of not exceeding 30 seconds, and the coffee maker can stop dripping automatically. If the serve time exceeds 30 seconds the coffee will overflow the funnel. Upon completion of brewing coffee, that is one minute later after the coffee stops dripping out, you can remove the carafe, pour and serve. Note: the brewed coffee you get will be slightly less than the water you have added as some water is absorbed by coffee powder. DO NOT touch cover, warming plate and so on when operating as they are very hot. When the process is finished, if you do not want to serve immediately, keep the switch on, the coffee can be kept warm in the warming plate for 40 minutes and the appliance will be cut off automatically after 40 minutes. Always turn the coffee maker off and disconnect the power supply after use. BEFORE THE FIRST USE Check that all accessories are complete and the unit is not damaged. Add clean water up to maximum level to brew several times without coffee powder according to the steps below, and then discard the water. Note: Be careful when pouring the coffee out, otherwise you would be hurt as the temperature of coffee just finished is high CLEANING AND MAINTENANCE CAUTION: Always unplug the product from electrical outlet and allow the warming plate to cool completely before cleaning it. Never immerse the unit or power cord into water or any other liquid for cleaning 1. Wipe the product’s exterior surface with a soft, damp cloth to remove stains. Water droplets may buildup in the area above the funnel and drip onto the product base during brewing. The water level should not exceed MAX level as indicated on water gauge. [. . . ] Consumers should contact their local authority or retailer for information concerning the correct disposal of their old appliance. HINTS FOR GREAT-TASTING COFFEE Note: a clean coffee maker is essential for making great-tasting coffee. Regularly clean the coffee maker as specified in the “CARE AND CLEANING” section. [. . . ]