[. . . ] A) Safety recommendation Safety tips when connecting the appliance:  This appliance is intended for household use only. It can only be used in covered, closed and warmed environment such as kitchen or a room with the same specifications.  After removing the packaging, check that the appliance is in good condition and especially that the power cord is not damage.  Before connecting the appliance, make sure that the electric power supply is compatible with the power rating and voltage indicated on the bottom of the appliance. [. . . ]  To protect against electric shock, do not place any part of this appliance in water or other liquid.  Do not use harsh abrasive cleaners or sharp metal scrapers to clean your Sushi Party. 16 Improper use:  Use this appliance only for its intended uses as described in manual.  The manufacturer shall not be liable for any damage resulting from improper use.  The appliance is intended for domestic use only in private housing environments. 08 c) Protecting the environment At the end of its working life, the product must not be disposed with household waste. It must be taken to a special local authority waste collection centre or to a company providing this service. Disposing household appliances separately avoids possible negative effects on the environment and health and enables the constituent materials to be recycled which saves energy and resources. To remind you that you must dispose of this appliance correctly the symbol shown above appears on the product warning you not to dispose of it with household waste. For further information, contact your local authority or the shop where you bought the product. 17 2) APPLIANCE PRESENTATION a) Sushi party description b) Before the first use o o o When unpacking your unit, make sure that you carefully remove all of the packaging materials. Before placing the inner pot into the cooker, make sure that the heating plate and the outside surface of the inner pot are clean and dry. 18 3) USING YOUR APPLIANCE a) Using the rice cooker Remove the tank from the rice cooker. Measure the desired quantity of rice using the measuring cup provided with the appliance. Then, rinse your rice thoroughly and repeatedly until the water becomes completely clear. Let drain 20 minutes to ensure optimum cooking and pour the rice into the tank. The rice cup and its graduation up to 160g can help you for this operation. It is recommended to respect the following quantities to avoid overflow: People 1 2 4 6 Rice amount (gram) 150g 200g 400g 600g Water amount (milliliters) 190mL 250mL 500mL 750mL Put the tank in the rice cooker, put the lid down and plug the appliance. Switch on the appliance by pushing the On/Off button situated at the rear of your rice cooker. Or if you do be careful, steam will come out and there is a risk of injuries!When cooking is finish, the cooker will automatically go into keep warm mode. When you open the lid, take out the food from dish or steaming tray carefully as it is very hot, you need to wear a kitchen glove or use a cloth as pad. [. . . ] Always check that grains of rice or other food pieces are not stuck in the griddle. This could damage the contact between the heating element and the tank. 20 5) WARRANTY AND CUSTOMER RELATIONS a) Warranty This product is covered by your distributor.  Service calls Any repairs that are made to your appliance must be handled by a qualified professional authorised to work on the brand. [. . . ]