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Risk of electric shock and burns
❐
Only connect the appliance to a correctly installed plug socket, equipped with protec-
tive contacts. The plug socket must also be easily accessible after connection. The mains
voltage must correspond to the technical specifications of the appliance. Only use proper
extension cables whose technical specifications correspond to those of the appliance.
❐
This appliance must be connected to earth. Only use the accompanying plug. Do not try to
bypass earth.
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Never immerse the appliance, cable or plug in water or in any other liquid. Ensure that the
appliance, cables and plug do not fall into water or become wet. Should the appliance fall
into water, shut off the power supply immediately.
❐
Never touch the appliance, the power cable or the plug with wet hands.
❐
The steam must never be pointed directly at power cables or parts which contain electrical
components (e. g. oven interiors, refrigerators, switches and lights, microwaves).
❐
Remove the plug after each use, before removing/replacing an attachment
/a floor cleaning
cloth,
filling/emptying the water tank, cleaning the appliance or when not using the appli
-
ance. Never pull on the cable, always pull at the plug.
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Never use the appliance in rooms in which there is highly inflammable dust, or toxic or
explosive vapours.
❐
Check the appliance for damage before every use. In the case of defects, the appliance
must not be used any further until repaired by a professional.
❐
Only use the appliance if it is completely assembled and functional.
❐
Switch off the appliance immediately in the case of damage/blockages.
❐
Never try to repair an electrical appliance or replace parts yourself. Find the nearest
customer service/professional or contact customer services in the case of damage (see the
"Customer services" section).
Avoiding material and physical damage and damage to the appliance
❐
Lay the cable in such a way that it will not be squeezed or kinked and does not make con-
tact with any hot surfaces.
❐
Never carry or pull the appliance by the cable.
❐
Always work with sufficient lighting.
❐
Do not use any additional accessories. Only use those accessories supplied by the manufac-
turer.
❐
Never
undo the water tank catch during use. Always ensure that the water tank is firmly
closed before using the appliance.
❐
Never use the appliance without water.
❐
Use normal or distilled water for filling the water tank. Other liquids can damage the
appliance.
❐
Do not pour any cleaning agent into the appliance. This can irreparably damage the appli-
ance, and it may no longer be safe to use.
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