9.
The packing materials (plastic bags, expanded polystyrene, etc.) must be kept out of
the reach of children or disabled persons since they represent potential sources of
danger.
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10.
This appliance is NOT suitable to be used or stored near heat sources (open flame,
ovens, heaters, stoves, etc.) and/or in an explosive environment (in the presence of
flammable substances such as gas, vapour, mist or dust, in atmospheric conditions
when, after ignition, the combustion is spread in the air). Items containing these
substances should never be placed in the appliance, and never be used to clean the
appliance in order to avert the risk of fire or explosion.
11.
The appliance should NOT be placed on a surface, or in the vicinity of, objects which
can be damaged by heat, such as carpets or plastics. DO NOT locate multiple portable
socket outlets or power supplies at the bottom or rear of the appliance.
12.
DO NOT touch the outside and bottom of the appliance while it is operating to prevent
scalding. The bottom of the appliance becomes hot as the appliance operates.
13.
Place the appliance at a proper distance from objects or surrounding walls making sure
that its functioning will not cause accidental damages. There should be at least 10 cm
of free space from the back, left & right sides and at least 30 cm from the top of the
appliance to allow adequate air circulation to cool the compressor. Never put things on
top of the appliance.
14.
Avoid placing the power cable on abrasive or sharp surfaces or in positions where it
can be damaged easily. The cable must NOT be placed under carpets, or covered with
throw rugs, runners or similar. Arrange the cable away from the high traffic area, and
where it will NOT be tripped over.
15.
DO NOT use or store the appliance outdoors. Store and use the appliance only indoors,
or in any case, protected from weathering such as rain, direct radiation of the sun and
dust.