Important Safety Instructions; Special Instructions - Rowenta Pressure iron & Steamer Instructions For Use Manual

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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

When using your appliance, basic safety
precautions should always be followed,
including the following :
Read all instructions before using the
generator.
- Use appliance only for its intended use.
- To protect against a risk of electric shock, do
not immerse the appliance in water or other
liquids.
- The appliance should always be turned off
before plugging or unplugging from outlet.
Never yank the cord to disconnect from outlet,
instead grasp plug and pull to disconnect.
- Always disconnect appliance from electrical
outlet when filling with water or emptying
when not in use.
- Do not allow cord to touch hot surfaces. Let
iron cool completely before putting away.
- Do not operate appliance with a damaged
cord or if appliance has been dropped or
damaged.
- To avoid the risk of electric shock, do not
disassemble the appliance. Ship it to the
nearest authorized Rowenta approved service
center for examination and repair. Incorrect
reassembly can cause a risk of electric shock
when the appliance is used.

SPECIAL INSTRUCTIONS

- This is a 1750 watt appliance. To avoid a
circuit overload, do not operate a high wattage
appliance on the same circuit.
- This unit comes equipped with a 12 foot
power cord and 9 foot steam connection cord.
- If an extension cord is absolutely necessary, a
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- This appliance is not intended for use by
persons (including children) with reduced
physical, sensory or mental capabilities, or
lack of experience and knowledge, unless they
have been given supervision or instruction
concerning use of the appliance by a person
responsible for their safety. Children should be
supervised to ensure that they do not play
with the appliance.
- Burns can occur from touching hot metal parts,
hot water or steam. Use caution when you turn a
steam generator upside down. There may be hot
water in the reservoir.
-Never attempt to unscrew the boiler cap while
the appliance is in use. The strong steam
pressure could result in burns. Only unscrew the
cap when generator is cold or there is no more
pressure in the boiler.
- Do not direct steam at people, animals or iron
clothes while they are being worn.
- The use of accessory attachments is not
recommended by Rowenta and may result in fire,
electric shock or personal injury.
- Always put the iron with the soleplate down on
the iron rest, never resting on its heel.
15 ampere cord should be used. Cords rated
for less amperage may overheat. Care should
be taken to arrange the cord so that it cannot
be pulled or tripped over unintentionally.
- Your Rowenta appliance is intended for
household use only.
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