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Safety instructions
(continued)
This machine is intended for use in
households and similar areas, such as
staff rooms in offices and shops, as well
as other work work-related facilities;
also in farms, for use by guests in hotels,
motels and bed & breakfast establish-
ments. The machine may only be used
for its intended purpose.
In case of long periods of absence, vaca-
tion etc., the machine must be emptied,
cleaned and the mains plug must be re-
moved from the socket.
When there is risk of frost, all residual
water must be removed, see the section
on "Evaporating remaining water" on
page 34.
The mains voltage must match the spec-
ifications on the nameplate. Only con-
nect the machine to a grounded 3-pin
wall socket. In the case of an incorrect
connection your warranty rights may be
forfeited.
Do not damage the mains cord by plac-
ing it on or near hot objects or over
sharp edges. Do not allow the mains cord
to hang down (risk of tripping). Do not
touch the mains cord with wet hands.
Do not pull the plug from the socket by
pulling on the cable. If the mains cord
shows signs of damage, do not start the
machine.
When the mains cable of the machine
is damaged it must be replaced by the
manufacturer, the respective customer
service or a similarly qualified person in
order to avoid any hazards.
Do not place the machine on a hot sur-
face (e.g. cooker) or operate it next to
heat sources or fires. Do not place the
appliance on its mains cable. Always
place the machine on a stable, flat and
water-repellent surface.
For health reasons, only fill the water
tank with fresh drinking water.
