•Do not expose the appliance to rain and never use it in a humid or wet environ- ment.
•Always take hold of the power cable by the plug. Do not pull on the cable itself and never touch the power cable with wet hands, this could result in either a short circuit or you receiving an electric shock.
•Do NOT place the appliance itself, furniture items or similar objects on the power cable and take steps to ensure it cannot become jammed or trapped in any way.
•Make sure that the power cable does not become wet during operation.
•You are not permitted to open the ap- pliance housing or to repair or modify the appliance. If the housing is opened or irregular modifications are made, you run the risk of receiving a potentially fatal electric shock and the warranty lapses.
•Protect the appliance against drip and spray water. Do not place any water- filled vessels (e.g. flower vases) on or near the appliance.
•Check the appliance and all parts for visible damages. The safety concept can work only if the appliance is in
a faultless condition.
•Always remove the power plug before cleaning the appliance.
Warning: Injury hazard!
•NEVER make a knot in the power cable and do NOT bind it together with other cables. The power cable must be laid so that co one can step on or trip over it.
•The power plug must always be easily accessible, so that in the event of an emergency the appliance can be quickly disconnected from the mains power sup- ply.
•This appliance is not intended for use by individuals (including children) with restricted physical, physiological or intel- lectual abilities or deficiences in experi- ence and/or knowledge unless they are supervised by a person responsible for their safety or receive from this person instruction in how the appliance is to be used. Children should be supervised to ensure that they do not play with the ap- pliance.
•Provide a stable location for the ap- pliance.
•Do not operate the appliance if it has sustained a fall or is damaged. Arrange for the appliance to be checked and, if necessary, repaired by qualified tech- nicians.
•Keep batteries well away from children. Children could put batteries into their mouths and swallow them.
•If a battery is swallowed, seek medical assistance IMMEDIATELY.
Warning: Explosion hazard!
•Do not throw batteries into a fire. Do not recharge the batteries.
•Never open batteries, never solder or weld batteries. The risk of explosions and injuries exists!
Warning: Risk of fire!
•Do not use the appliance near hot sur- faces.
•Do not place the appliance in locations that are subject to direct sunlight. If you do, it may overheat and become ir- reparably damaged.
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