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General Safety Instructions
Read the operating instructions carefully before putting the appliance into
operation and keep the instructions including the warranty, the receipt and,
if possible, the box with the internal packing. If you give this device to other
people, please also pass on the operating instructions.
• To avoid the risk of fi re or an electric shock, you should not expose the
device to rain or moisture. Consequently, do not use the device in the im-
mediate vicinity of water - for example near a bath tub, a swimming pool
or in a damp cellar.
• Use the device only for the intended purpose.
• Only connect the device at a properly installed plug socket. Pay attention
that the specifi ed voltage corresponds to the voltage of the plug socket.
• When using external mains supply, pay attention to the correct polarity
and voltage. Always place the batteries in the correct direction.
• Assemble the device in such a way that the available ventilation openings
are not covered.
• Never open the housing of the device. Incorrect repairs can constitute a con-
siderable risk for the user. Should the device become damaged, in particular
the mains supply cable, do not operate the device any longer, but rather have
it repaired by an expert. Check the mains supply cable regularly for damage.
• For safety reasons a broken or damaged mains lead may only be replaced
by an equivalent lead from the manufacturer, our customer service depart-
ment or a similary qualifi ed person.
• If the device is not used for a longer period, remove the plug connector
from the plug socket or take out the batteries.
These symbols may be found on the machine and are intended to indicate the
following:
The lightning symbol should advise the user of parts in the inside of
the device which carry dangerously high voltage levels.
The symbol with an exclamation mark should advise the user of
important operation or maintenance instructions in the accompa-
nying documentation.
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