8. Safety instructions and disclaimer
Never try to open the appliance to repair or make modifications. Avoid contact
with the mains voltage. Do not short-circuit the product. The appliance is not wa-
terproof, hence please use it only in dry surroundings. Protect it from high humi-
dity, water and snow. Keep the appliance away from high temperatures. Do not
expose the appliance to sudden changes in temperature or strong vibrations, as
this could damage the electronic components. Check the appliance for any damage
before using it. The appliance should not be used if it was subject to impact or has
been damaged in some other manner. Please comply with the local regulations and
restrictions. Do not use the appliance for purposes other than those described in
the user manual. This product is not a toy. Keep it out of the reach of children or
mentally disabled persons. Any repair or modifications to the appliance, which is
not carried out by the original supplier will void any warranty and guarantee claims.
The appliance should only be used by those who have read and understood this
user manual. The specifications of the appliance may be changed without prior
intimation.
9. Disposal instructions
In line with the European WEEE directive, electrical and electronic appliances
should not be disposed of along with domestic waste. Their components have to
be separately sent for recycling or disposal, because improper disposal of toxic and
dangerous components may permanently damage the environment.
According to the Electrical and Electronic Equipment Act (ElektroG), you are
obliged (as a consumer) to return (free of charge) all electrical and electronic ap-
pliances to the manufacturer, the point of sale, or public collection points at the
end of their service life. The relevant local laws regulate the details in this regard.
The symbol displayed on the product, in the user manual or/and on the packaging
refers to these regulations. With this manner of sorting, recycling and disposal of
used appliances, you make an important contribution towards protecting our en-
vironment.
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