EHEIM miniFLAT, Operating Manual

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Safety
Risks for persons and property can arise from this appliance if the appliance is
improperly used or not used as intended or if the safety instructions are not heeded.
For your safety
‧ Do not let the appliance packaging and small parts get into the hands
of children or people who are unaware of how to handle them, as
hazards can arise (danger of suffocation!). Keep away from animals.
‧ This appliance is not intended for use by persons (including children)
with reduced physical, sensory or mental capabilities, or lack of
experience and knowledge, unless they are under the supervision of
someone responsible for their safety or have received instruction on
usage of the appliance from said person. Children should be super-
vised to ensure that they do not play with the appliance.
‧ Only for European markets:
This appliance can be used by children from the age of 8 and by
persons with reduced physical, sensory or mental capabilities or lack
of experience and/or knowledge if they are supervised and have been
instructed in the safe use of the appliance and have understood the
resulting dangers. Children must not play with the appliance. Cleaning
and user maintenance must not be carried out by children unless they
are supervised.
‧ Before use, carry out a visual inspection to ensure that the appliance,
especially the mains cable and plug, are undamaged.
‧ The appliance must never be operated out of water.
‧ Repairs must only be carried out by an EHEIM service centre.
‧ The mains cable of this appliance cannot be replaced. If the cable is
damaged, the appliance must be scrapped.
‧ Only carry out the work described in these instructions.
‧ Never make technical modifications to the appliance.
‧ Only use original spare parts and accessories for the appliance.
‧ We recommend protecting all electrical aquarium appliances via a
residual current protective device with a rated residual current of
30 mA maximum.