4. Safety Instructions
To avoid
•Make certain that the power cord does not become wet or moist during operation. Run it such that it cannot be crushed or damaged.
•If the power cord or the power plug are damaged, have these replaced by the customer service before continuing
to use the device.
•First pull the plug out of the power socket before filling the device with water or changing acccessory parts.
•Only use the device in dry rooms, not outdoors.
•Only fill the device with the supplied measuring cup! Never hold it under running water. Never submerge the device in water.
•Never leave a
•Only use the device with dry hands and never without shoes (not bare- foot). This reduces contact of hot liquid or steam with the body in the event of an error.
To prevent fire hazards and the risk of injury:
•Never direct the steam toward people or animals. Hot, high pressure steam can cause serious injuries!
•Caution - heat! High temperatures should be expected at the steam exit and lid threads during operation and up to 30 minutes approx. after unplug- ging the power card. Do not touch these areas until they have cooled down completely.
•Only fill the device with clear water – never use other liquids or any additives! These can react in unexpected ways under pressure and heat!
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Risk of scalding!
Never open the lid while pressure exists within the boiler (e.g. if hissing can still be heard when pressing the steam switch).
Otherwise, hot steam can escape rapidly upon opening!
•Do not operate the device with an empty tank. If the water reserve is used up, unplug the power cord to prevent overheating.
•Let the accessories cool before removing them.
•Only use the original accessory parts for this device. Other parts may not be sufficiently safe.
•Never let children or elderly persons work with the device unattended as they may not always properly appreci- ate the possible hazards.
•Wear gloves, protective glasses and breathing protection when attempting to remove substances hazardous to health.
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