[. . . ] The user must not leave the device unattended while it is connected to the supply. This appliance is only to be used for household purposes and only for the purpose it is made for. This appliance can be used by 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. [. . . ] Caution: The jar contains very sharp blades, handle with care at all times. uSE · Place the base on a flat stable surface, not near a sink filled with water or a similar setting. Make sure the appliance is not connected to the main supply and the speed selector is in the 'off' position. Particularly heavy or hard ingredients should first be chopped in pieces before adding them to the Blender Jar. Place the lid on the Jar and press it down to secure it so the security contact will be activated. The appliance will only work if the speed control knob is turned to the "Off" position between uses. Turn the speed controller knob back to "Off" position if the appliance does not start operation. Turn the speed controller knob for two minutes maximum and subsequently turn it back to "Off". For a short and fast operation, push the Pulse switch, you need to hold down the switch in this position, not longer than 1 minute, due to possible overheating of the engine. Set the controller knob to Mode function (M) to select between the functions "Ice", "Smoothie" or "Soup". Ice: Crushed ice function, the blender will automatically work for a few seconds, stops and repeat the process for several times. Smoothie: Smoothies blending function, the blender speed will increase in speed and will automatically stop. Soup: Soup function, the blender starts automatically, speed will increase till to maximum speed and will automatically stop. Note: Be careful when adding and mixing hot ingredients or removing the lid from the blender jar, steam might escape unexpectedly. Note: Start operating the blender at low speed and slowly raise the speed until you reach the desired speed. Further ingredients can be add during operation through the small Opening in the lid, using the removeable measuring cup. [. . . ] eNVIRONMENT This appliance should not be put into the domestic garbage at the end of its durability, but must be offered at a central point for the recycling of electric and electronic domestic appliances. This symbol on the appliance, instruction manual and packaging puts your attention to this important issue. By recycling of used domestic appliances you contribute an important push to the protection of our environment. [. . . ]