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• The power cord and mains plug must always be easily accessible for safe disconnection of
the electrical appliance from the power supply.
• Do not pull off the power cord by pulling the cable. Disconnect the power cord by pulling the
plug behind the power cord plug.
• If you use an extension cord, make sure that the total rated power of all devices connected to
the extension cord does not exceed the max. current load on the extension cable.
• If you need to use an extension cord or power supply block, make sure that the extension
cord or power pack is plugged into a power socket, and not to another extension cord
or power supply. The extension power cord or power supply block must be designed for
grounded electrical plugs and connected to a properly grounded electrical socket.
• The power plug of the appliance must be compatible with the mains socket. Never use
any adapters or modify the socket in any other way. Do not use inappropriate or damaged
drawers!
• To avoid electrical shock, plug the power cables into properly grounded electrical sockets. If
the device is equipped with a 3-pole plug, do not use adapters that do not have a grounding
element or remove the grounding element from the plug or adapter.
• Do not bend, crush or otherwise expose the power cord of the appliance to mechanical stress
or external heat sources. Damage to the power cord may result in electric shock.
• When the power cord is damaged, disconnect the appliance from the mains and do not use it
again.
• If the power cord is damaged, it must be replaced by the manufacturer, its service department
or a similarly qualified person to avoid the risk of electric shock.
• Regularly check and maintain the electrical appliance as well as the power cord and power
socket. Disconnect the power plug regularly and clean it if necessary. Pollution by dust or
other substances may cause disruption of the insulating state and consequently fire.
• Do not expose the appliance to water or moisture. The ingress of water into the appliance
increases the risk of electric shock.
If the power cord is wet or the water has penetrated the water, disconnect it immediately from
the mains. If the appliance is plugged into a mains socket and if possible, turn off the power
circuit before attempting
unplug the power. If you are pulling wet wires from a live power source, be very careful.
• If the electrical equipment is installed (connecting) the protective covers are dismantled, the
electrical parts must not be accessible to the user when the installation is finished.
1.4 Safety of persons
• This appliance is intended for use and operation by persons without electrotechnical
qualification - lay people, according to the instructions specified by the manufacturer.
• Device operation includes activities such as switching on and off, user manipulation and
setting of operating parameters, visual or auditory inspection of the equipment, and user
cleaning and maintenance.
• This appliance can be used by children under the age of 8 and persons with reduced
physical, sensory or mental capabilities or lack of experience or knowledge when supervised
or instructed to use the appliance safely and understand the dangers involved.
• Children may not play with the appliance.
• Cleaning and maintenance for users may not be performed by children unattended.
• Always keep the appliance out of reach of children during use and operation. Be sure to
download the appliance even for a freely accessible power cord.
• Always be careful when operating the electric appliance! Do not use an electric appliance if
you are overly tired, under the influence of medication or narcotic drugs that reduce attention
and focus.
• Inattention during operation may result in serious injury.
