instruction manual
sAfety instructions - general
• Please read these instructions carefully and retain them for future reference.
• Use this appliance solely in accordance with these instructions.
• This appliance can be used by children older than 8 years and persons
with reduced physical, sensory or mental capabilities or lack of experience
and knowledge, but only if they have been given supervision or instruction
concerning use of the appliance in a safe way and understand the hazards
involved.
• Children should be supervised to ensure that they do not play with the
appliance.
• Cleaning and maintenance must not be done by children, except if they are
older than 8 years and supervised.
• Keep the appliance and the cable out of reach of children under 8 years.
• Have any repairs carried out solely by a qualified electrician. Never try to
repair the appliance yourself.
sAfety instructions - electricity and heat
Certain parts of the appliance may get hot.
Do not touch these parts to prevent burning yourself.
• Verify that the mains voltage is the same as that indicated on the type plate
on the appliance before use.
• Make sure the socket into which you plug the appliance is earthed.
• Always remove the plug from the socket when the appliance is not in use.
• Always remove the plug from the wall socket by pulling on the plug, not the
power cord.
• Check the appliance's power cord regularly to make sure it is not damaged.
Do not use the appliance if the power cord is damaged. Have a damaged
power cord replaced by a qualified service department.
• The appliance needs space to allow heat to escape, thereby preventing the
risk of fire. Make sure that the appliance has sufficient space around it, and
does not come in contact with flammable material. The appliance must not
be covered.
• Make sure that the appliance and the power cord do not come in contact
with sources of heat, such as a hot hob or naked flame.
• Make sure that the appliance, the power cord and plug do not come in
contact with water.
sAfety instructions - use
• Never immerse the appliance, the plug or the power cord in water or other
liquid.
• Never leave the appliance unsupervised whilst it is switched on.
• When using your steam cleaner never direct it towards yourself, other
people, animals, or plants. The hot steam can cause burns.
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