WARNING - CAUTION
Warning:
• This appliance is manufactured to a high standard of
craftsmanship: to ensure a long service life and
overall electrical and mechanical reliability it must be
used in a proper manner and subjected to regular
maintenance.
• Do not use this appliance for functions other than
those described in this booklet.
• Appliances with a plug for the electric connection are
not suited for fixed connection to the power mains.
• After removing the appliance from its packaging,
ensure that it is complete and undamaged.
If in doubt contact Vortice*. Do not leave packaging
within the reach of children or differently able
persons.
• Do not throw out the original packing, but keep it for
putting the appliance away if necessary.
• Do not sit on, open or leave objects/garments
standing on the appliance or on the towel holder
bracket.
• Do not use the product on any kind of vehicle or in
confined spaces (lifts, motor homes, cabins, motor
cars, etc.).
• Certain fundamental rules must be observed when
using any electrical appliance: a) Never touch
electrical appliances with wet or damp hands;
b) Never touch electrical appliances when standing
barefoot; c) Never allow children to touch or play with
the appliance; d) Always ensure that infirm persons
are supervised when operating the appliance.
• Do not use the appliance where flammable vapours
are present (spirit, insecticides, petrol, etc..
• Position the appliance so that the stream of air
coming in and going out is not obstructed.
• Avoid placing the appliance near to items made of or
containing flammable materials or substances
(curtains, etc.) to prevent the risk of fire.
• If you decide to stop using the appliance, switch it off
and disconnect it from the power supply, storing it
out of reach of children and differently able persons.
• When installing the appliance, observe the safety
distances required by current regulations for
appliances with water protection class IPX3, as
shown in fig. 1.
• If using this appliance where there are children,
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This symbol indicates precautions that must be taken to avoid personal injury
supervision by an adult is necessary.
• This appliance must not be used, without assistance,
by children or persons whose physical, sensory or
mental capacities prevent them from applying the
necessary safety precautions.
• When positioning the appliance, always respect the
minimum distance from walls or surrounding objects.
• Leave plenty of room around the appliance (at least
50 cm above and 20 cm at the sides with a
minimum height of 130 cm from the floor to the towel
holder bracket) as indicated in fig. 2.
• Only towels washed with water and not with
potentially flammable liquids may be dried on the
bracket.
• The manufacturer cannot be held responsible for any
damage to persons or property due to frost or
caused by thermal power made insufficient for the
size of the room, insufficient thermal insulation or
force majeure.
*(or an authorized Vortice dealer if you are outside the
UK-Ireland territory)
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