User manual DELONGHI PERCOLATORS EDP6ST

[. . . ] · Check that the mains supply corresponds to the voltage on the appliance rating plate. Connect the appliance to a correctlyearthed power socket (minimum rating 10A) only. The manufacturer declines all liability for any accidents due to the incorrect earthing of the appliance. · With the specially designed 360° power base and central connector, you can now set the percolator on the base at any angle, from any position. [. . . ] Remove the basket cover, filter basket and water tube, taking care to avoid getting burnt. The remaining coffee and coffee grounds could still be hot!· When cleaning the coffee maker, do not use solvents or abrasive detergents. · Never immerse the coffee maker in water: it is an electrical appliance. · The basket cover, filter basket and water tube can be washed in a dishwasher. · Put the appliance away without closing the lid. Descaling If the water in your local area is hard, lime scale will form over time. These deposits may affect the correct operation of the appliance. The appliance should be descaled every 40 uses. To descale, always use the special descaling products for coffee machines available on the market. · Fill the appliance with 1 litre of water. · Dissolve the quantity of descaler indicated on the descaler pack. · Operate the appliance as though making coffee. · When the coffee maker has ceased functioning, remove the appliance from the base and leave to act for about two hours. · Finally, rinse the inside of the appliance and all accessories thoroughly. 5 Percolators EDP6ST/EDP12ST 120 IDL EDP12ST PER ARGOS 24-06-2004 15:06 Pagina 6 TIPS For optimum results, you are recommended to use ground American coffee as it is coarsely ground and will not pass through the filter. Table 1 N° OF CUPS N. of STANDARD MEASURES TO USE* LIGHT 12 10 8 6 5 4 3 2 6 5 4 3 2-3/4 2 1-3/4 1-1/2 NORMAL 8 7 6 4 3-1/2 3 2-3/4 2 STRONG 10 9 8 6 5 4 3-1/2 2-1/2 * 1 standard measure corresponds to 2 heaped tablespoons The quantities indicated in the table are approximate and must be adjusted to your personal taste and the quality of the coffee. Percolators EDP6ST/EDP12ST 6 120 IDL EDP12ST PER ARGOS 24-06-2004 15:06 Pagina 7 SAFETY WARNINGS · This appliance is designed to "make coffee". Take care to avoid burns caused by the water or steam or improper use of the appliance. · After removing the packaging, make sure that the product is complete. If in doubt, do not use the appliance and contact qualified personnel only. · This appliance is for home use only. All other uses are considered improper and thus dangerous. · The manufacturer cannot be held responsible for any damage caused by improper, erroneous and unreasonable use. · Do not touch the appliance with wet or damp hands or feet. [. . . ] If your electricity supply point has only two pin socket outlets, or if you are in doubt, consult a qualified electrician. Should the mains lead ever require replacement, it is essential that this operation be carried out by a qualified electrician and should only be replaced with a flexible cord of the same size. After replacement of a fuse in the plug, the fuse cover must be refitted. [. . . ]