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Safety precautions
This appliance is supplied with a moulded three‑pin mains plug for your safety and convenience. Should the fuse need
to be replaced, please ensure that the replacement fuse is of the same rating and that it is approved by ASTA or BSI to
BS1362.
Check for the ASTA mark
or the BSI mark
on the body of the fuse.
If the plug contains a removable fuse cover, you must ensure that it is refitted when the fuse is replaced. If you lose
the fuse cover, the plug must not be used until a replacement cover is obtained. A replacement fuse cover can be
purchased from your local Panasonic dealer.
IF THE FITTED MOULDED PLUG IS UNSUITABLE FOR THE AC OUTLET IN YOUR PREMISES, THEN THE FUSE
SHOULD BE REMOVED AND THE PLUG CUT OFF AND DISPOSED OF SAFELY. THERE IS A DANGER OF
SEVERE ELECTRICAL SHOCK IF THE CUT‑OFF PLUG IS INSERTED INTO ANY 13 AMP SOCKET.
For users in the United Kingdom
FOR YOUR SAFETY, PLEASE READ THE FOLLOWING TEXT CAREFULLY.
How to replace the fuse:
Open the fuse compartment with a screwdriver and replace the fuse and fuse cover.
indicates safety information.
Disposal of Old Equipment
Only for European Union and countries with recycling systems
This symbol on the products, packaging, and/or accompanying documents means that used electrical and
electronic products must not be mixed with general household waste.
For proper treatment, recovery and recycling of old products, please take them to applicable collection points in
accordance with your national legislation.
By disposing of them correctly, you will help to save valuable resources and prevent any potential negative
effects on human health and the environment.
For more information about collection and recycling, please contact your local municipality.
Penalties may be applicable for incorrect disposal of this waste, in accordance with national legislation.
Information on disposal in other countries outside the European Union
These symbols are only valid in the European Union. If you wish to discard these items, please contact your
local authorities or dealer and ask for the correct method of disposal.
