Kobold SPB100, User Manual

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3 FOR YOUR SAFETY
Safety is an essential part of every Vorwerk product. However,
product safety can only be ensured if this chapter and the
warning notices in the following chapters are followed.
3.1 HAZARDS AND SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
Risk of fire or elec-
tric shock!
If incorrect repairs are performed on the device and the
corresponding power supply, this may cause fire or
electric shock.
• Never attempt to repair the device yourself.
• Repairs to electrical appliances may only be carried out by a
Vorwerk Customer Service Centre, a workshop authorised
by Vorwerk or a person with similar qualifications in order
to avoid hazards.
Risk of fire or elec-
tric shock!
If burning or readily ignitable substances should enter
the interior of the device, this may cause fire or an
explosion.
• Do not vacuum hot ash or burning cigarette ends.
• Do not vacuum explosive or readily inflammable
substances.
Explosion hazard!
Improper use of cleaning agents may cause dangerous
reactions.
• Do not use any cleaning agents that are oil-based, irritant,
ignitable, inflammable or contain solvents or chlorine.
• Do not add such cleaning agents to the DuoClean tank.
• Never mix different cleaning agents and care products.
Risk due to mag-
netism!
The secondary air flap of the DuoClean is closed using a
magnet. Magnets can affect pacemakers and internal
defibrillators.
• Keep the magnet away from pacemakers, internal
defibrillators and other active implants.
• Alert the people affected.
Risk of injury!
The DuoClean is only suitable for use on floors. If the
device is used on ceilings or walls, it may detach from
the vacuum cleaner and fall onto the user.
• Only use the DuoClean to clean horizontal surfaces.
• Never use the DuoClean vertically or overhead.