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1. Completely automatic control: automatic water heating, continuous

automatic water temperature control.
2. 3D Logic® three-stage protection system:
DROP Defense – leakage protection and protection against surplus

pressure within a tank (pressure safety valve)
SHOCK Defense – current leakage protection (GFCI is built in the plug of

appliance’s power cord)
HOT Defense – two-stage overheating protection (thermostat and

temperature limiter)

All protection systems are reliable and safe.

3. Pipes of heating elements are designed taking into account high heat

load: safe and reliable, with an increased service life.
4. NON CFC urethane foam insulation of increased thickness: excellent heat

insulation that allows to efficiently retain accumulated heat and save energy.

Certain precautions are to be observed upon use of the water heater.

Improper use due to ignoring precautions may harm health of the user and

other people as well as damage their property.
1. Any electrical appliance must be under control upon its use, especially if

there are children nearby. Make sure children do not touch the appliance.
2. Prior to installation of the water heater, not connecting it to the electrical

main, check and make sure that the outlet for the water heater has a

ground contact and it is properly earthed. If there is no earth loop in your

electrical main then using of the water heater will be dangerous for your life.
3. Connect the water heater only to 230~V/50Hz electrical main. If

necessary, find out parameters of your main at power suppliers.
4. To prevent overheating and risk of fire as well as damage of inner

electrical main do not modify the power cord’s length and do not connect

the water heater through power extension cord.
5. It is forbidden to switch on the water heater if it is not filled with water or

if water cannot go through the pressure safety valve.
6. Never use the water heater if it is damaged.
7. Do not remove the water heater cover when it is in operation.
8. Immediately unplug the water heater from the electrical main if strange

sounds, odour or smoke comes out from it.
9.Always unplug the water heater from the electrical main during

thunderstorm.
10. Prior to cleaning and maintenance of the water heater unplug it from the

electrical main every time. Cleaning and maintenance must be performed

in compliance with the instructions contained in this manual.
11. Do not use hazardous chemical substances to clean the water heater

and prevent their contact with the appliance.
12. To prevent electrical shock the damaged power cord must be replaced

only by qualified specialists in manufacturer’s authorized service centres.
13. To prevent electrical shock do not place the power cord nearby heating

devices and flammable or combustible agents.
14. As temperature of water in the water heater can reach 75°C when it is

in operation you should not place your body parts under hot water upon

the first run. To prevent burns you should adjust the temperature of the

outflowing water.
15. Do not use the water heater for purposes not stipulated in this

2. PRECAUTIONS

instruction manual.
16. Do not use the water heater in an explosive or corrosive environment.

Do not store petrol and any other volatile flammable liquids near to the

appliance. It is very dangerous!
17. It is forbidden to make alterations in the design of the water heater or

modify it.
18. Any service works must be performed by a specialized organisation

and qualified specialists. Improper installation may cause voiding of

guarantee maintenance.
19. The water heater is not intended for use by children and persons with

reduced physical, sensory or mental capabilities, or a lack of experience