Panasonic F-VXR70H, Operating Instructions Manual

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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.
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This product is not intended for use by persons (including children) with reduced physical, sensory or mental
capabilities, or lack of experiences and knowledge, unless they have been given supervision or instruction
concerning use of the product by a person responsible for their safety.
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Children should be supervised to ensure that they do not play with the product.
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Be sure to disconnect the power plug before cleaning and water supply the product.
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For cleaning and descaling see “Care and maintenance” and regarding filling (water supply) see “Preparation”.
Safety precautions
Always observe these precautions
These safety precautions are provided for your protection. Please read and follow them carefully to avoid personal
injury or damage to the product itself or other properties.
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The following symbols differentiate the levels of danger and injury that may result if the product is not
used correctly as instructed.
WARNING
This symbol indicates that
improper handling may cause
a risk of death or serious injury.
CAUTION
This symbol indicates that
improper handling may cause a
risk of injury or damage to the
product or to your properties.
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This manual uses a number of other symbols to indicate additional information.
(The symbols given below are examples.)
This symbol indicates an action that must not
be performed.
This symbol indicates an action that must be
performed.
To prevent accidents such as fires and electric shocks
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In case of an abnormality or malfunction
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In case of any problem or failure,
stop using the product immediately
and disconnect the power plug.
(Otherwise, electric shock, fire or smoke may
occur.)
<Example of problem/failure>
•Water leakage
•Moving the power cord stops operation.
•Abnormal noise or vibration is observed
during operation.
•The product becomes abnormally hot or
burning smell is observed.
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Immediately stop operation, disconnect the
power plug and contact the dealer for a
check or repair.
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Power plug or power cord
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Do not use in a way exceeding the
rating of the power socket or
wiring, or with power sources
other than 220 V 50 Hz.
(If the socket is overloaded, fire due to
overheating may occur.)
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Do not do anything that may damage
the power cord or power plug.
•Power cord must not be damaged, modified,
bend excessively, twisted or pulled. Also do
not put near heating appliances, or put
anything heavy on. Do not bundle.
(Short-circuit may occur and cause electric
shock or fire.)
Please contact the dealer for repair.
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The power plug
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Do not touch the
power plug with wet
hands.
(Electric shock may occur.)
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Insert the power plug thoroughly.
(If the power plug is not inserted securely, electric
shock or fire due to overheating may occur.)
•Do not use damaged plugs or loosen sockets.
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Periodically clean the power plug.
(If dust builds up on the power plug, it may
absorb moisture causing poor insulation,
which may result in fire.)
•Disconnect the power plug and wipe it with
a dry cloth.
•If not using the product for a long period,
disconnect the power plug.
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The product
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Do not disassemble or modify this
product.
(Disassembling or modifying the product may
result in ignition or electric shock and fire due
to malfunction.)
Please contact an authorized service center
for repair.
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Do not insert your fingers, metal
objects or others into the air inlet,
air outlet or gaps.
(May cause injury and electric shock.)
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Do not let the product get wet.
(Otherwise, a fire or electric shock may be
caused due to wire breakage or short-circuit.)
WARNING