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2 Safety notices
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Safety notices
2.1 Re: Operating Manual
Read this operating manual completely before working with the
appliance. Keep the operating manual for reference.
Include the operating manual if you pass the appliance on to someone
else.
Non-compliance with these instructions can lead to serious injuries or
damage to the appliance.
We take no responsibility for damages due to violations of these
operating instructions.
2.2 Re: Certain groups of persons
This appliance can be used by children aged from 8 years and above
and persons with reduced physical, sensory or mental capabilities or lack
of experience and knowledge if they have been given supervision or
instruction concerning use of the appliance in a safe way and understand
the hazards involved. Children shall not play with the appliance. Cleaning
and user maintenance shall not be made by children without supervision.
Children must not be allowed to stand or sit on the appliance. Keep the
appliance out of reach of people of these groups.
For reasons of safety we strongly recommend that even children aged
from 8 years and above do not operate the device as they definitely cannot
understand all specific dangers arising from it.
Packing material must not be used to play with. There is danger of
suffocation.
People with sensory problems, especially with reduced sensitivity for
temperature differences, must use great caution when working with this
appliance.
2.3 Re: Hot steam and hot parts of the appliance
Never direct the steam jet at persons, animals or plants. There is a
danger of scalding. Always point the steam jet downwards towards the
surface to be cleaned. Even then, take care that parts of your body never
get into the steam jet. Never lay the steam pistol on its side when it's
running.
Do not direct the steam jet at electrical appliances, plug sockets,
cables, etc. There is a risk of electric shock.
The appliance produces steam under pressure for cleaning purposes.
Even after you have switched off the appliance, hot steam will be available
for approx. 20 more minutes. This may escape, e.g. when the steam trigger
is pulled accidentally. So, release excess steam right after switching off by
pulling the steam trigger.
Do not use the appliance to clean containers that are filled with water,
other liquids or loose substances. Hot liquid or particles could be ejected.
Never open the water tank cap when the appliance is running. Before
opening the tank cap, always switch off the appliance, disconnect it from
the mains, discharge any remaining steam and let the appliance cool off for
at least 30 minutes.
Let the hot appliance and its accessories cool off before touching them.
Only the carry the appliance by its handle.
Take care not to use the steam cleaner on one spot for a longer period
of time. Otherwise, the surface to be cleaned might be damaged.
Provide adequate ventilation during and after your cleaning-work.
2.4 Re: Power supply
Never touch the mains plug with wet hands. Always pull directly at the
plug if you want to disconnect the appliance from the mains. Never pull on
the cable as this could damage it.
Never carry the appliance by its power cord. Take care that the power
cord is not bent, pinched, rolled over or gets in contact with heat sources.
Also take care that it does not become a stumbling-hazard.
If possible, avoid using extension cords. If you must use an extension
cord, use only safety-certified, water-protected single extension cords (no-
multi-socket distributors) designed for the power consumption of the
appliance.
Before connecting to the power supply, make sure that the voltage
stated on the type plate matches the voltage of your plug socket. Only use
sockets with a ground/safety contact.
Never immerse the appliance in water or other liquids. Always use the
supplied refilling container and funnel to fill the water tank. Keep the other
parts of the appliance dry.
Only fill up the water tank after completing cleaning and when the mains
plug is pulled out.
Always check the power cord for possible damages before using the
appliance.
2.5 Re: Appropriate Use
Only use the steam cleaner to clean normally dirty smooth surfaces that
can withstand the high temperature, pressure and moisture of hot steam.
Used with due care and skill, the steam cleaner can also be used to
refresh carpets, drapes, clothing, etc.
Any other use is considered inappropriate and is prohibited. It is
especially forbidden:
To use the appliance near explosive or easily flammable substances or
on pressurized containers. There is a risk of fire or explosion or of the
containers bursting.
To fill the water tank with liquids other than cold water (e. g. cleaning
agents, etc.). Additives can be dangerous to your health or destroy the
appliance.
To operate it with the water tank empty.
To modify or repair the appliance on your own.
To use accessories not supplied by us.
To clean:
- Persons, animals or plants, including clothing that is still being worn.
- Surfaces that are dirtied by substances hazardous to health. The hot
steam can dissolve these substances.
- Leather, furniture, uncoated, lacquered, oiled or waxed wood or
parquet flooring, or surfaces made of soft plastic material. These
might be damaged.
- Textiles made from acrylic fibre, Dralon, velvet or linen. These
materials could be damaged by the temperature of the steam.
2.6 If the appliance is defective
If the power cord of the appliance is damaged it must be replaced by
the manufacturers, their authorised service representative or a similarly
qualified person to avoid danger.
Never use a defective appliance or operate an appliance with a
defective power cord. Bring or send defective appliances to a specialist
dealer or to Royal Appliance Customer Services for repair. Address
page
58, „International Service“
.
WARNING:
Warns you of possible health hazards.
ATTENTION:
Indicates possible hazards to material assets.
NOTE:
Highlights tips and information for you.
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