instruction manual
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sAfety instructions - general
• Please read these instructions carefully and retain them for future reference.
• Use this appliance solely in accordance with these instructions.
• This appliance can be used by children older than 8 years and persons with reduced physical, sensory
or mental capabilities or lack of experience and knowledge, but only if they have been given supervision
or instruction concerning use of the appliance in a safe way and understand the hazards involved.
• Children should be supervised to ensure that they do not play with the appliance.
• Cleaning and maintenance must not be done by children, except if they are older than 8 years and
supervised.
• Keep the appliance and the cable out of reach of children under 8 years.
• Have any repairs carried out solely by a qualified electrician. Never try to repair the appliance yourself.
sAfety instructions - electricity and heat
• Verify that the mains voltage is the same as that indicated on the type plate on the appliance before use.
• Always remove the plug from the wall socket when the appliance is not in use.
• Always remove the plug from the wall socket by pulling on the plug, not the power cord.
• Regularly check the appliance’s power cord to make sure it is not damaged. Do not use the appliance if
the power cord is damaged. Have a damaged power cord replaced by a qualified service department.
• When using an extension lead always make sure that the entire cable is unwound from the reel.
• Use only approved extension leads.
• Make sure that the housing, the power cord and plug do not come in contact with water.
sAfety instructions - use
• Never use the appliance in humid rooms.
• Do not let the power cord hang over the edge of the draining board, worktop or table.
• Make sure that your hands are dry when you touch the appliance, the power cord or the plug.
• Always switch off the appliance before cleaning it or changing the accessories.
• Take care during use. Always hold the appliance by the base, not by the head. Do not press the head too
hard against your skin. This could injure your skin and damage the head.
• After using the appliance remove any hairs and clean it using a clean, damp cloth.
• Never immerse the appliance in water, or in other liquids.
• Do not touch the appliance if it has fallen into water. Remove the plug from the wall socket immediately.
Do not use the appliance any more.
• Keep the bottle of oil out of the reach of children, and do not store it in the vicinity of food. Contact a
doctor immediately if the oil is accidentally ingested or comes into contact with the eyes.
tHe enVironMent
• Dispose of packaging material, such as plastic and boxes, in the appropriate waste containers.
• When this product reaches the end of its useful life do not dispose of it by putting it in a dustbin;
hand it in at a collection point for the reuse of electrical and electronic equipment. Please refer to the
symbols on the product, the user’s instructions or the packaging.
• The materials can be re-used as indicated. Your help in the re-use, recycling or other means of
making use of old electrical equipment will make an important contribution to the protection of the
environment.
• Contact your municipality for the address of the appropriate collection point in your neighbourhood.
