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Carefully read the instructions of this manual, respecting recommendations for use and safety. Keep this document and tell potential users about it.
This appliance has been designed solely for domestic use; the manufacturer's liability shall not be engaged in the event of any professional use, any misuse or any use not
complying with the operating instructions.
This symbol, representing a lightning bolt inside an equilateral triangle, is
intended to alert the user to the presence of uninsulated, dangerous voltage
in the product's enclosure that is high enough to present a risk of electrical
shock.
This symbol, representing an exclamation mark inside an equilateral triangle,
is intended to alert the user to the presence of operating and maintenance
instructions in the documentation accompanying the product.
This symbol complies with the standards in force for this type of product.
Disposing of the appliance at the end of its life
This appliance bears the WEEE mark (Waste of Electric and Electronic
Equipment) signifying that, at the end of its life cycle, it should not be
disposed of with household waste, but at a recycling centre.
The recycling of waste contributes to the conservation of our environment.
Disposing of batteries at the end of their life
In order to respect the environment, do not throw used batteries out with
household waste.
Dispose of them at your nearest recycling centre or at a used battery
collection point.
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HTS300
WARNING CONCERNING USE AND INSTALLATION
ATTENTION: To avoid all risk of fire or electrical shock, do not expose the appliance
to rain or humidity. Therefore, the appliance should not be used near a water supply
point or in a humid location (bathroom, swimming pool, sink, etc).
ATTENTION: Never immerse the appliance in water or in any liquid whatsoever.
• Do not place any object containing water (e.g. vases, etc.) on the appliance.
• Do not place the appliance in full sunlight, close to heating equipment or any heat
source, or in a location subject to excessive dust or mechanical shocks.
• Do not expose the appliance to extreme temperatures. The appliance is designed
for use in moderate climates.
• Do not place any object that produces heat (candle, ash tray, etc.) close to the
appliance.
• Place the appliance on a surface that is flat, rigid and stable.
• Do not install the appliance in an inclined position. It is designed to work solely in a
horizontal position.
• Install the appliance in a location with sufficient ventilation to avoid internal
overheating. Avoid restricted spaces such as bookcases, cabinets, etc.
• Do not obstruct the appliance's ventilation openings.
• Do not install the appliance on a soft surface, such as a carpet or blanket, that
might block the ventilation openings.
• Do not place heavy objects on the appliance.
• This appliance is not a toy; do not allow children to use it unsupervised.
• Never let children insert foreign objects into the appliance.
• Due to the effect of electrostatic and/or fast electrical transient phenomena, the
product may not operate properly and will need to be reset by the user.
• The mains plug is used as the disconnect device and it must remain readily
operable. For the appliance to be completely disconnected from the electrical
power supply, the mains plug of the apparatus must be unplugged completely from
the wall socket.
• Disconnect the appliance from the power source:
- If it is not going to be used for a long time,
- If there is a thunderstorm,
- If it isn't working properly.
• If the cable is damaged, it must be replaced by the manufacturer, the
manufacturer's after-sales service department or a similarly qualified person, in
order to avoid any danger.
SAFETY REGULATIONS
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