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WARNING!
To reduce the risk of fire, electrical shock, injury to persons or damage when using the
appliance, follow the important safety instructions listed below. Read all the instructions
before using the appliance. Use the appliance only for its intended purpose as described
in these instructions.
General Use
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This appliance is designed for use in a normal domestic (residential) environment.
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Do not use the appliance outdoors.
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Children should be supervised to ensure that they do not play with the appliance.
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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.
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To avoid hazard due to instability of the appliance, it must be fixed in accordance with
installation instructions.
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Keep the operating panel clean and dry. Wash and dry your hands before operating the
drawer to ensure the buttons will respond properly.
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If vacuum-sealing food in bags several times in succession, the heat-sealing bar
becomes increasingly hotter. This may impair the quality of the heat-sealing seam. After
several vacuum-sealing processes, you must select a lower heat-sealing time or allow
the appliance to cool for approximately two minutes between the processes.
Installation
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Ensure your appliance is properly installed and earthed by a qualified technician.
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Ensure this appliance is connected to a circuit which incorporates an isolating switch
providing full disconnection from the power supply.
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Do not install or operate the appliance if it is damaged or not working properly. If you
receive a damaged product, contact your local dealer or installer immediately.
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Do not install the appliance near a hot gas or electric burner or in a heated oven.
Servicing
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Check the appliance for any damage inside or outside surface of the appliance. Do
not use damaged cord or plug. If there is any damage, do not operate the appliance.
Contact a Fisher & Paykel trained and supported service technician.
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Do not repair or replace any part of the appliance unless specifically recommended
in this user guide. All other servicing must be done by a qualified person or
Fisher and Paykel trained and supported service technician.
Cleaning and maintenance
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Ensure the appliance is turned off before cleaning.
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Cleaning and user maintenance shall not be undertaken by children without supervision.
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Use a moderately damp cloth for cleaning. Do not spray water outside or inside the
appliance. Water can cause damage inside the appliance.
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Unplug from the power outlet and allow the appliance to cool down after use before
cleaning the drawer.
SAFETY AND WARNINGS
