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14.3.2 Danger of fire
Warning
There is a danger of fire due to the event the device is not used properly.
Observe the following safety notices to avoid dangers of fire:
► Do not set up the device near flammable material.
► Keep this appliance away from sources of heat (gas, electric, burner, heated oven).
14.3.3 Dangers due to electrical power
DANGER
Mortal danger due to electrical power!
Mortal danger exists when coming into contact with live wires or subassemblies!
Observe the following safety notices to avoid dangers due to electrical power:
► If the connection lead is damaged, you will need to have a special connection lead
installed by an authorized electrician to avoid any hazard.
► Do not operate this device if its power cable or plug is damaged, if it does not work
properly or if it is damaged or has been dropped. If the power cable is damaged, it will
need to be replaced by the manufacturer or his service agency or a similar qualified
person, to avoid any dangers.
► Do not open the housing on the device under any circumstances. There is a danger of
an electrical shock if live connections are touched and the electrical or mechanical
structure is altered. In addition, functional faults on the device can also occur.
► Before plugging the appliance in or when you operate it, make sure your hands are dry.
14.4 Food storage safety information
This vacuum preservation system will change the way you purchase and store foods.
Once you are accustomed to vacuum packing, it will become an indispensable part of your
food preparation. Please follow certain procedures when using this appliance to ensure
food quality and safety.
► If perishable foods have been heated, defrosted or un-refrigerated, consume them
immediately.
► Before vacuum sealing, it's necessary to clean your hands, and all utensils and surfaces
to be used for cutting and vacuum sealing foods.
► Refrigerate or freeze the perishable foods immediately, if you have vacuum-sealed
them, and do not leave them sitting at room temperature.
► The shelf life of dry foods such as nuts, coconut or cereals will be extended in vacuum-
sealed package, while storing them in dark place. Oxygen and warm temperature will
cause high-fat content foods fat to rancidity.
► Before vacuum sealing some fruit and vegetables, such as apples, bananas, potatoes
and root vegetables, peel them, this will extend their shelf lives.
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