5. Safety instructions
Read the operating instructions and safety information carefully. If you do
not follow the safety instructions and information on proper handling in this
manual, we will assume no liability for any resulting personal injury or damage
to property. Such cases will invalidate the warranty/guarantee.
a) General information
• This product is not a toy and must be kept out of the reach of children! Children do
not understand the hazards associated with the incorrect use of electrical devices.
• Do not leave packaging material lying around carelessly, as it may become dan-
gerous playing material for children.
• Protect the product from extreme temperatures, strong jolts, high humidity, mois-
ture, flammable gases, vapours and solvents.
• Do not place the product under any mechanical stress.
• If it is no longer possible to operate the product safely, stop using it and prevent
unauthorized use. Safe operation can no longer be guaranteed if the product:
- is visibly damaged,
- is no longer working properly,
- has been stored for extended periods in adverse ambient conditions or
- has been subjected to any serious transport-related stress.
• Always handle the product carefully. Jolts, impacts or a fall even from a low height
may damage the product.
• Pay attention to all additional safety information in the individual sections of these
instructions.
• Consult an technician if you are not sure how to use or connect the product.
• Maintenance, modifications and repairs must be done by a technician or a special-
ist repair centre.
• If you have questions which remain unanswered by these operating instructions,
contact our technical support service or other technical personnel.
• Always read these operating instructions before using, installing, configuring or
servicing this product.
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