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31.
After removing the packing materials, check the integrity of the
appliance; if you are unsure, do not use it and ask for qualified
professional help. The packing materials (plastic bags, polystyrene
foam, nails, etc.) must be kept out the reach of children because
they are potential sources of danger; but dispose of them in
accordance with current law.
32.
Before connecting the appliance, check that the voltage shown on
the data plate matches that of your electricity and that the electric
plug is grounded. In the event of incompatibility between the
electric outlet and the plug of the appliance, have the outlet
replaced with another more suitable type by professionally qualified
personnel, who will make sure that the section of the wires of the
outlet is appropriate for the absorbed power of the appliance. In
general, the use of adapters or extension cords is not
recommended; if their use is indispensable, they must conform to
existing safety standards and their current capacity (amperes) must
not be less that the maximum of the appliance.
33.
Do not use this heater in the immediate surrounding of a bath, a
shower or a swimming pool.
34.
Position the appliance far from other sources of heat, inflammable
materials (curtains, carpets, etc.), inflammable gases or explosive
materials (spray cans) and from materials that can deform on
exposure to heat. Make sure that there is 100 cm of free space in
front of the appliance and 50 cm on the sides.
35.
Do not use the heater in places where it could be subject to shocks
in the immediate vicinity of a bathtub, shower or swimming pool to
avoid drops of water falling on the heater or the heater falling in the
water: If the appliance should accidentally get wet or be
submerged in water, remove the plug from the supply socket
immediately and dry the unit carefully. Check that no liquid has
gone inside and if in doubt, contact professionally qualified
personnel.
36.
Stand the appliance on a horizontal, flat surface or table; do not
stand on a inclined plane (the appliance could upset). Make sure
