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Risk of electric shock and
fi
re
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Only connect the device to a properly installed socket with protective earth contacts. The
socket must also be easily accessible after the device has been connected. The mains voltage
must correspond to the technical data of the device. Only use proper extension cables,
whose technical data correspond to those of the device.
❐
This device must have an earthed connection. Only use the corresponding plug. Do not
attempt to avoid earthing.
❐
Never submerge the device in water or other liquids! Make sure that the device, the cable
and the plug cannot fall into water or get wet. If the device falls in water, immediately
disconnect the power supply.
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Never touch the device, the cable or the plug with wet hands.
❐
The steam must not be directed towards mains electricity cables or parts containing electrical
components (e. g. oven interiors, fridges, switches or lights, microwave ovens).
❐
Always remove the plug from the socket,
– if you do not use the device,
– if a fault occurs during operation,
– before a thunderstorm,
– before you remove / change an adapter,
– before you add more water / empty the water tank,
– before you clean the device.
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To remove the plug from the socket, never pull on the cable, but always on the plug.
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Only use the device in enclosed areas.
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Do not use the device in rooms containing easily
fl
ammable dust or toxic and explosive
vapours.
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For your own safety, always check the device for damages prior to using it. Only use the
device if it has been properly assembled and is fully functional!
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In the event of damages / malfunctions, immediately deactivate the device.
❐
Never attempt to repair an electrical device or replace parts yourself. In the event of defects
on the device, the cable or the plug, the device may no longer be used. Contact the nearest
customer service centre / specialist or a similarly quali
fi
ed person or, in the event of damage,
contact our customer service department in order to avoid any hazards.
Avoiding damage to materials, property and the device
❐
Ensure that the connected cable does not pose a tripping hazard. Do not allow the cable to
hang over the edge of a table or kitchen worktop. Someone could catch him / herself and pull
down the device.
❐
Lay the cable such that it is not crushed or creased and such that it does not come into
contact with hot surfaces.
❐
Always work with suf
fi
cient lighting.
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Never use the device without water.
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