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5. Important safety information
• 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.
• Risk of electric shock! Never attempt to repair the product yourself. In
the case of faults, only have repairs carried out by qualified specialists.
• Caution! Do not suck up any flammable materials, hot objects or
glowing ash.
• Warning! During cleaning or operation never immerse the electrical
parts of the product in water or other liquids. Never hold the motor unit
under running water.
• The plug must be removed from the socket-outlet before cleaning or
maintaining the appliance.
• Regularly check the power plug and power cord for damage. If the
supply cord is damaged, it must be replaced by the manufacturer, its
service agent or similarly qualified person in order to avoid a hazard.
• Caution! Keep people and animals away from the suction openings!
Do not use the appliance on people and animals! Risk of injury!
6. General safety information
Read the operating instructions carefully and especially observe the safety information. If you
do not follow the safety instructions and information on proper handling in these operating
instructions, we assume no liability for any resulting personal injury or damage to property. Such
cases will invalidate the warranty/guarantee.
• The device is not a toy. Keep it out of the reach of children and pets.
• Do not leave packaging material lying around carelessly. It may become a dangerous toy for children.