Bimar HF196 Notice D'instructions page 11

instructions concerning the safe use of the appliance and
understand the hazards involved. Children between the ages of 3
and 8 years should not plug it in, adjust or clean the appliance or
perform user maintenance.
• Make sure the fan heater does not come into contact with water or
any other liquid. If water or any other liquid comes into contact with
the appliance, first turn off the power by switching it off at the
distribution board, and only then remove the plug from the socket.
Carefully dry both the plug and the socket before restoring power.
Plug into the mains and then continue using the appliance. If in
doubt consult a qualified professional.
Danger:
- The appliance must not be placed directly beneath a plug point.
- The plug point must be accessible so as to easily remove the plug
in case of an emergency.
- Do not use the appliance near a bathtub, a shower, swimming pool
or basin/sink, etc.
- If the power cord is damaged, it must be replaced by the
manufacturer or its technical assistance centre or by someone who
is similarly qualified, in order to prevent any risks.
- This appliance is not to be used with an external timer or with a
separate distance control unit. This serves to prevent fire hazards
should the appliance be covered or incorrectly positioned. Check
that other devices with high power consumption are not
connected on the same circuit.
- If installed in a bathroom, the appliance must be installed so that
switches and other control devices cannot be touched by a person
who is in the bath or shower.
• In order to prevent electric shocks, never immerse the plug, the
power cord or the appliance in water or any other liquid.
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