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Health and Safety
•
WARNING: Disconnect from the mains supply
before carrying out any routine maintenance.
•
This appliance can be used by persons with
reduced physical, sensory or mental capabilities, or
lack of experience and knowledge, if they have
been given supervision or instruction concerning
the use of the appliance in a safe way and
understand the hazards involved.
•
Children shall not play with the appliance.
•
Keep the appliance out of reach of children when it
is energized or cooling down.
•
The appliance is not to be used if it has been
dropped, if there are visible signs of damage or if it
is leaking.
•
The appliance must not be left unattended while
connected to the supply mains.
•
If the supply cord is damaged, it must be replaced
by the manufacturer, its service agent, or similarly
qualified person to avoid a hazard.
Personal safety
•
WARNING: Never direct steam at
electrical components or fittings.
If in doubt about the suitability of
steam for cleaning an appliance,
contact the appliance
manufacturer for advice prior to
cleaning.
• WARNING: Never touch the plug
or cable with wet hands.
• WARNING: Nozzles and tools will
be hot after use. Allow to cool
before attempting to remove.
• WARNING: Misuse of the
appliance could cause injury.
• WARNING: Do not
discharge the
steam towards
people or
animals.
Danger of
scalding.
• WARNING: Do not use the
appliance without the filler cap in
place.
• WARNING: In the event of a
blockage, steam will be released
from the steam relief vent.
•
To protect against fire, electric
shock and personal injury, do not
immerse cord, plug or cleaner in
water or other liquid.
•
The plug should be removed from
the wall socket after use, before
cleaning, filling or changing the
accessories, or carrying out user
maintenance.
•
Repairs to electrical appliances
are only to be undertaken by
trained personnel.
•
Unprofessional repairs can be
dangerous for users.
•
Do not use or keep this product
outside.
The use of any electrical appliance requires the following common sense safety rules.
Please read these instructions carefully before using the product.
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