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General safety instructions
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During the use, the decalcifying or rinsing aperture of the boiler is under
pressure and must not be opened.
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The appliance must not be left unattended while it is connected to the
supply mains.
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Remove the plug from the socket before filling the appliance with water or
before pouring out the remaining water after use.
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The appliance must be used and placed on a stable surface.
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When placing the iron on its stand or on its heel, make sure that the surface
on which the stand or heel is placed is stable.
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The appliance should not be used if it has been dropped, if there are visible
signs of damage or if it is leaking water. It must be checked by an
authorised Technical Service Centre before it can be used again.
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With the aim of avoiding dangerous situations, any work or repair that the
appliance may need, e.g. replacing a faulty mains cable, must only be
carried out by qualified personnel from an Authorised Technical Service
Centre.
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This appliance can be used by children aged from 8 years and above and
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. Children shall not play with the appliance. Cleaning
and user maintenance shall not be made by children without supervision.
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Keep the appliance and its cord out of reach of children under 8 years of
age when it is turned on or cooling down.
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This appliance is designed only for household use up to 2000m above sea
level.
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CAUTION. Hot surface.
Surface is liable to get hot during use.
Important notices
• Carefully read through the operating instructions for the appliance and safeguard them for future
reference.
• This appliance has been designed exclusively for normal household use in a home environment.
• This appliance must be used only for the purposes for which it was designed, i.e. as an iron. Any
other use will be considered improper and consequently dangerous. The manufacturer will not be
held responsible for any damage arising from misuse or improper use.
• This appliance is to be connected and used in accordance with the information stated on its
characteristics plate.
• This appliance must be connected to an earthed socket. If it is absolutely necessary to use an
extension cable, make sure that it is suitable for 16A and has a socket with an earth connection.
• The appliance must never be placed directly under the tap to fill the water tank.