Masport MATAKANA 1200, Installation & Operation Instructions

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1.2 Important Safety Information and Cautions
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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.
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Please do not leave children unattended near the alighted fire and keep them well away from
the fire when in use. Supervise young children to ensure that they do not play with the
appliance.
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The operator is responsible for the safety of all third parties while this appliance is in use.
Onlookers should be kept a safe distance away from the appliance.
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Do not leave the appliance unattended when it is alight, and the operator should remain near
the appliance at all the times it is alight or pay attention to the food being cooked.
 The use of alcohol, prescription, or non-prescription drugs may impair the consumer’s ability to
use this appliance safely.
 Parts of the appliance do get extremely hot and could cause severe burns. Use gloves
provided while the unit is in operation.
 Do not use flammable liquids or aerosols to start or rekindle the fire. Also, do not use such
flammable materials near this appliance when it is operating.
 Always keep clothing, firewood, furnishing, and other combustible materials at a safe distance
from the fire.
 Do not attempt to clean or maintain the fire when in use or with hot embers in the firebox.
Ensure that embers and all other parts of the fire have cooled down completely before starting
ash removal or other maintenance.
 Do not use the fire if there is a malfunction, a suspicion of breakage, or unusual noises.
Contact your nearest Glen Dimplex dealer or customer service team at Glen Dimplex New
Zealand.
 This appliance should always be installed, operated & maintained as per instructions given in
this manual.
Failure to follow above warnings, cautionary measures and
instruction given in this installation and operation manual will
void the Glen Dimplex warranty of this product and may void
your fire insurance.