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6. General safety information
Read the operating instructions and safety information carefully. If you do not follow the safety
information and information on proper handling in these operating instruction, we will assume
no liability for any resulting personal injury or damage to property. Such cases will invalidate the
warranty/guarantee.
a) General information
• 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.
• Protect the product from extreme temperatures, direct sunlight, strong jolts, high humidity, moisture,
flammable gases, vapours and solvents.
• Do not place the product under any mechanical stress.
• If it is no longer possible to operate the product safely, stop using it and prevent unauthorised use. Safe
operation can no longer be guaranteed if the product:
- is visibly damaged,
- is no longer working properly,
- has been stored for extended periods in poor ambient conditions or
- has been subjected to any serious transport-related stress.
• Always handle the product carefully. Jolts, impacts or a fall even from a low height may damage the
product.
• In schools, educational facilities, hobby and DIY workshops, the product must be operated under the
supervision of qualified personnel.
• Always comply with the accident prevention regulations for electrical equipment when using the product
in commercial facilities.
• Consult a technician if you are not sure how to use or connect the product.
• Maintenance, modifications and repairs must be done by a technician or a specialist repair centre.
• If you have questions which remain unanswered by these operating instructions, contact our technical
support service or other technical personnel.
b) Power cable/mains voltage
• This product is built according to protection class I. It must be powered by a standard earthed mains
socket.
• Before connecting the soldering station, make sure that the mains voltage in your region meets the
specifications on the name plate.
• The mains socket that you use to connect the power cable must be easily accessible.
• Never unplug the mains plug by pulling on the cable.