12.2 General Safety information
Please note
Please observe the following general safety notices with
regard to the safe handling of the device.
► Read all these instructions before using the appliance.
► Examine the device for any visible external damages prior to
using it. Never put a damaged device into operation.
► Only customer service departments authorized by the
manufacturer may carry out repairs on the device, as otherwise
the guarantee entitlements will be null and void in the event of
any subsequent damages. Improperly performed repairs can
cause considerable dangers for the user.
► Defective components must always be replaced with original
replacement parts. Only such parts will guarantee that the
safety requirements are fulfilled.
► Do not operate this appliance if it has a damaged cord or plug,
if it is not working properly or if it has been damaged or
dropped. If the supply cord is damaged, it must be replaced by
the manufacturer or its service agent or a similarly qualified
person in order to avoid a hazard.
► This device may be used by children aged 8 and above, if they
are supervised or have been instructed at to the safe use of the
device and have understood the resulting hazards.
► Cleaning and maintenance by the user must not be performed
by children unless they are at least 8 years old and are
supervised.
► Children are not allowed to play with the device.
► The device and its connecting cable must be kept away from
children who are less than 8 years old.
► The device may be used by individuals with reduced physical,
sensory or mental capabilities or a lack of experience and / or
knowledge of their use if they are supervised or have been
instructed at to the safe use of the device and have understood
the resulting hazards.
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