UFESA AL5512, Operating Instructions Manual

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GENERAL PRECAUTIONS
1. After removing the packaging, check the
appliance to make sure that there are no signs
of damage caused during transportation. If in
doubt, do not use the appliance and take it to
an authorised Service Centre.
2. Before plugging the appliance into the mains,
check that the data stated on the specification
plate match those of the electric supply. The
technical specifications are stated on the label
stitched to the appliance.
3. Do not use adapters, multiple sockets and/or
extension leads.
4. If the plug on the appliance and the mains
socket are incompatible, get a qualified person
to replace the plug for a suitable one.
5. This appliance must not be used by persons
(including children) with physical, sensory or
mental impairments unless they have been
instructed in its correct use by a responsible
adult.
6. Children must be supervised to ensure that
they do not play with the appliance.
7. This appliance must be used exclusively as
an electric heating pad, as stated in the ins-
tructions. Any other use will be considered
hazardous. The manufacturer is not responsible
for any damage resulting from inappropriate or
incorrect use.
8. When it comes to use any type of electri-
cal appliance there are some basic rules that
should be observed, namely:
- Do not touch the appliance with wet or
damp hands or feet.
- Do not tug on the mains cable or the applian-
ce to unplug it from the mains socket.
- Do not expose the appliance to weather
conditions (rain, sun, etc.).
9. Always unplug the appliance from the mains
supply before carrying out any cleaning or ma-
intenance operation on it.
10. Should the safety fuse blow or the heating
pad stop working correctly, switch the applian-
ce off. Do not force it to operate. For any repair,
take it to an authorised Service Centre.
11. To avoid dangerous overheating, it is ad-
visable to unwind the mains cable fully and
unplug the appliance from the mains socket
when not in use.
12. Do not attempt to change the mains cable
on this appliance. If it is damaged, the applian-
ce must be thrown away.
13. Periodically check the appliance to see if it
shows signs of wear or tear. If you do notice
any signs of wear or if the appliance has been
misused, then return it to the supplier before
continuing to use it.
14. Should you decide to dispose of the
appliance it must be rendered unusable by
cutting the mains cable off, after unplugging it
from the mains socket. We advise you to do
the same with all potentially hazardous parts
on the appliance, especially those that children
might be tempted to play with.
15. The heating pad is not to be used with the
sick, children or those who are insensitive to
heat. The electric heating pad should not be
used by children unless the control has been
switched on and set by the parent or guardian
or the child has been shown how to use the
device correctly.
16 Prolonged use of the appliance at maximum
temperature may cause burns to the skin. Do
not fall asleep while using the electric heating
pad. Do not pull the appliance along by the
mains cable or use the cable as carry handle.
17. ONLY to be used on the top sheet. DO NOT
lie on the heating pad as this may cause it to
overheat.
18 Never immerse this appliance in water
19. Do not use when folded or creased
20. This appliance has not been designed for
medical use in hospitals.
21. Do not use with disabled persons.
22. Do not pierce with pins or needles
IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS
INSTRUCTIONS AND WARNINGS FOR CORRECT AND SAFE USE
IMPORTANT INSTRUCTIONS
RETAIN FOR FUTURE USE.
IMPORTANT INSTRUCTIONS REGARDING HANDLING AND SAFETY
DURING PRODUCT INSTALLATION, USE AND MAINTENANCE.