IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
When using your appliance, basic precautions should always be followed, including the following:
Read all instructions before use.
•Use appliance for its intended use only.
•This appliance is not designed to be used by people (including children) with a physical, sensory or mental impairment, or people without knowledge or experience, unless they are supervised or given prior instructions concerning the use of the appliance by someone responsible for their safety.
•Children must be supervised to ensure that they do not play with the appliance.
•Do not leave appliance unattended while plugged in or while it is still hot.
•Do not operate any appliance with a damaged cord, plug or steam hose or after the appliance malfunctions, or is dropped or damaged in any manner. •
•To reduce the risk of electric shock, do not disassemble or attempt to repair the appliance. Return appliance to nearest authorized service center for examination, repair or adjustment.
•To reduce the risk of contact with hot water emitting from steam vents, check appliance before each use by holding it away from body and operating.
•Steam only in an up and down vertical motion. Never use steam head in a horizontal position or tilt into a backward position, this may result in water discharge.
•To reduce the risk of electric shock, do not immerse the appliance in water or other liquids.
•Appliance should always be turned off before plugging or unplugging. Never yank the cord to disconnect from outlet, instead grasp plug and pull to disconnect.
•Do not allow cord to touch hot surfaces. Let appliance cool completely before putting away.
•Loop cord loosely under the appliance when storing.
•Do not let power cord contact sharp edges or hot surfaces.
•Do not try to fasten the hose adapter during operation. Scalding may occur if the hose adapter is removed while using the appliance.
•Always disconnect appliance from electrical outlet when filling with water, emptying or when not in use.
•Do not attempt to hang up the unit using the hose.
•The use of foreign accessory attachments that are not supplied by Rowenta is not recommended and may result in fire, electric shock or personal injury.
•Burns could occur from touching hot parts, hot water or steam. Use care when you empty a steam appliance. There may be hot water in the reservoir.
•Do not direct steam at people, animals or steam clothes while they are being worn.
•Your Rowenta appliance is intended for household use only.
•This is a floor appliance and should never be carried while in use.
SPECIAL INSTRUCTIONS
•This is a 1300, 1400 or 1500 watt appliance. To avoid a circuit overload, do not operate a high wattage appliance on the same circuit.
•If an extension cord is absolutely necessary, the marked electrical rating should be at least as great as the electrical rating of the appliance. Cords rated for less amperage may overheat. Care should be taken to arrange the cord so that it cannot be pulled or tripped over.
•Do not cut or attempt to extend the steaming hose.