IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
When using your appliance, basic precautions should always be follo- wed, including the following:
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BEFORE USING
-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 button.
-Use appliance for its intended use only.
-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 unplug- ging from outlet. Never yank the cord to disconnect from the outlet, instead grasp plug and pull to disconnect.
-Do not allow cord to touch hot surfaces. Let appliance cool completely before storing away. Loop cord loosely around appliance when storing or rewind using the cord reel.
-Do not direct steam at people or animals, or use steamer on garments while they are being worn.
-Always disconnect appliance from electrical outlet when filling with water, emptying or when not in use.
-Do not operate appliance with a damaged cord or if the appliance has been dropped or damaged. To avoid the risk of electrical shock, do not disassemble or attempt to repair the appliance. Ship it to the nearest authorized Rowenta approved service center for examination and repair. Incorrect reassembly can cause risk of fire, injury and electrical shock to persons when the appliance is in use.
-This appliance is not intended for use by or near children and other persons whose physical, sensory or mental capabilities or lack of expe- rience and knowledge prevents them from using the appliance safely without supervision or instruction by a responsible person to ensure that they can use the appliance safely.
-Children should be supervised by the responsible person to ensure that they do not play with the appliance.
-Burns could occur from touching hot metal parts, hot water or steam. Use care when you empty a steam appliance, there may be hot water in the reservoir.