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Please read these instructions carefully and retain them for reference.
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Use this appliance solely in accordance with these instructions.
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This appliance is not intended for use by persons (including children) with reduced physical, sensory or
mental capabilities, or lack of experience and knowledge, unless they have been given supervision or
instruction concerning use of the appliance by a person responsible for their safety.
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Children should be supervised to ensure that they do not play with the appliance.
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Have any repairs carried out solely by a qualified electrician. Never try to repair the appliance yourself.
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Make sure that the mains voltage is the same as that indicated on the type plate on the appliance
before use.
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Make sure the socket into which you plug the appliance is earthed.
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It recommended to plug the appliance into a wall socket and to not use an extension lead or a multiple
socket. If this is not possible, use an earthed extension lead or an earthed multiple socket that is
suitable for the power stated on the appliance's type plate.
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Always remove the plug from the wall socket when the appliance is not in use or when cleaning the
appliance.
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Always remove the plug from the wall socket by pulling on the plug, not the power cord.
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Check the appliance's power cord regularly to make sure it is not damaged. Do not use the appliance if
the power cord is damaged. Have a damaged power cord replaced by a qualified service department.
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Make sure that the appliance, the power cord and plug do not come into contact with water.
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Certain parts of the appliance will become hot. Do not touch them, as you could burn yourself.
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The appliance needs space to allow heat to escape, thereby avoiding the risk of fire. Make sure that
the appliance has sufficient space around it, and does not come in contact with flammable materials.
The appliance may not be covered.
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Make sure that the appliance and the power cord do not come in contact with sources of heat, such as
a hot hob or naked flame.
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Allow the appliance to cool down before cleaning or storing it.
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Empty the water reservoir when storing the appliance in a location where the water could freeze.
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Never use the appliance outdoors.
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Never use the appliance in humid rooms.
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Do not touch the appliance if it has fallen into water. Remove the plug from the wall socket
immediately. Do not use the appliance any more.
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Never immerse the appliance, the cord or the plug in water or any other fluid.
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Make sure that your hands are dry when you touch the appliance, the power cord or the plug.
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Do not iron fabric when it is very wet.
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Place the appliance on a stable, heat resistant surface where it cannot fall over.
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Make sure you do not become caught up in the power cord.
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Never leave the appliance unsupervised whilst it is switched on.
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Never aim the steam at people. Steam causes serious burns.
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Do not move the water reservoir whilst it is being used.
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If necessary, clean the appliance after use (see 'Cleaning and maintenance').
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Dispose of packaging material, such as plastic and boxes, in the appropriate waste containers.
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When this product reaches the end of its useful life do not dispose of it by putting it in a dustbin;
hand it in at a collection point for the reuse of electrical and electronic equipment. Please refer to
the symbols on the product, the user's instructions or the packaging.
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The materials can be re-used as indicated. Your help in the re-use, recycling or other means of
making use of old electrical equipment will make an important contribution to the protection of the
environment.
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Contact your municipality for the address of the appropriate collection point in your neighbourhood.
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user's instructions