Taurus ATLANTIDA 3000 Mode D'emploi page 9

a maximum impedance of 0.27Ω. If in doubt,
please consult your utility company.
- Unplug the appliance from the mains before refi-
lling the water tank.
- Ensure that the voltage indicated on the
nameplate matches the mains voltage before
plugging in the appliance.
- Connect the appliance to a 16 amp earthed
mains socket.
- The appliance's plug must ft into the mains
socket properly. Do not modify the plug. Do not
use plug adaptors.
- Do not use or store the appliance outdoors.
- Do not leave the appliance out in the rain or
exposed to moisture. If water gets into the
appliance, this will increase the risk of electric
shock.
- Do not stretch the mains cable. Never use the
mains cable to lift, carry or unplug the applian-
ce.
- Do not wrap the cable around the appliance.
- Ensure that the electric cable does not get
trapped or tangled.
- Do not allow the connection cable to hang freely
or to come into contact with the appliance's hot
surfaces.
- Check the condition of the mains cable. Da-
maged or twisted cables increase the risk of
electric shock.
- Do not touch the plug with wet hands.
- Do not use the appliance if the cable or plug is
damaged.
- If any of the appliance casings breaks, immedia-
tely disconnect the appliance from the mains to
prevent the possibility of an electric shock.
- Do not touch any heated parts, as this may
cause serious burns.
USE AND CARE:
- Fully unroll the appliance's power cable before
each use.
- Do not use the appliance if the accessories
attached to it are defective. Replace them
immediately.
- Do not use the appliance if the on/off switch
does not work.
- Use the appliance handle/s, to lift or move it.
- Do not use the appliance at an angle or turn it
over.
- Do not turn the appliance over while it is in use
or connected to the mains.
- To keep the non-stick coating in good condition,
do not use metal or pointed utensils on it.
- Respect the MAX level indicator. (Fig.1)
- Unplug the appliance from the mains when not
in use and before undertaking any cleaning
task.
- This appliance is for household use only, not
professional or industrial use.
- Store this appliance out of reach of children
and/or those with reduced physical, sensorial
or mental abilities or who are unfamiliar with its
use
- Do not store or transport the appliance if it is
still hot.
- If the iron is left in its housing at maximum tem-
perature for prolonged periods, this may cause
discolouration, which will not affect appliance
operation in any way.
- To ensure that the iron functions correctly, keep
the soleplate scratch free and do not use it on
metal objects (e.g. the ironing board, buttons,
zips...)
- The use of distilled water is recommended,
especially if the water in your area contains
any type of silt or is "hard" (contains calcium or
magnesium).
- Check that the lid is closed properly before
switching the appliance on.
- Never leave the appliance connected and unat-
tended if is not in use. This saves energy and
prolongs the life of the appliance.
- Never rest the appliance on a surface while in
use.
- Do not use the appliance on any part of the
body of a person or animal.
- Do not use the appliance on pets or animals.
- Do not use the appliance to dry garments of any
kind.
- Turning the thermostat control to the minimum
(MIN) setting does not guarantee that the iron is
switched off completely.
SERVICE:
- M
ake sure that the appliance is serviced only
by specialist personnel, and that only original
spare parts or accessories are used to replace
existing parts/accessories.
- Misuse or failure to follow the instructions may
be dangerous and renders the manufacturer's
guarantee null and void.