IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
When using your flatiron, basic safety precautions should always be followed,
including the following:
1.
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 have been given supervision or instruction concerning use of the appliance by a
person responsible for their safety.
Children should be supervised to ensure that they do not play with the appliance.
2.
If the supply cord is damaged, it must be replaced by the manufacturer, its service
agent or similarly qualified persons in order to avoid a hazard.
3.
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.
4.
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the iron must not be left unattended while it is connected to the supply mains;
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the plug must be removed from the socket-outlet before the water reservoir is filled
with water (for steam irons and irons incorporating means for spraying water);
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the filling aperture must not be opened during use. Instructions for the safe refilling of
the water reservoir shall be given (for pressurized steam irons);
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the iron must only be used with the stand provided (for cordless irons);
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the iron is not intended for regular use (for travel irons);
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the iron must be used and rested on a stable surface;
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when placing the iron on its stand, ensure that the surface on which the stand is
placed is stable;
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the iron is not to be used if it has been dropped, if there are visible signs of damage
or if it is leaking;
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keep the iron and its cord out of reach of children less than 8 years of age when it is
energized or cooling down.
5.
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 unless
they are older than 8 and supervised.
Keep the appliance and its cord out of reach of children less than 8 years.
