Defensor PH27 Operating Instructions Manual page 7

Danger that may arise from the unit
– The Defensor PH27/PH27A is mains powered.
One may get in touch with live parts when the unit is open. Touching live
parts may cause severe injury or danger to life.
DANGER!
Prevention: Before carrying out any work set the Defensor PH27/PH27A out of operation
(switch off the unit, disconnect it from the mains, close water supply) and secure
the unit against inadvertent power-up.
– Poorly maintained humidifiers can endanger your health.
If the Defensor PH27/PH27A is insufficiently maintained harmful germs can
build up in the water and the filters an can affect the ambient air.
WARNING!
Prevention: The Defensor PH27/PH27A has to be cleaned in regular intervals according to
chapter  "Maintenance" . The cleaning work has to be carried out correctly and
the evaporator mat as well as the filters have to be replaced after the specified
lifetime.
Handling the mains cable
Handle the mains cable with care: keep it away from sharp edges and do not jam or strain it.
Never remove the mains plug by pulling the mains cable. Make sure your hands are absolutely dry
when pulling the plug out of the socket.
Lay out the mains cable so that it does not become a stumbling trap.
Connect mains cable only to a mains socket with protection earth. Any extension cable used must
be equipped with a protection earth too.
Behaviour in case of danger
If it is suspected that safe operation is no longer possible, then the Defensor PH27/PH27A should
immediately be disconnected from the mains (disconnect mains connector) and secured against
accidental power-up. This can be the case under the following circumstances:
– if the Defensor PH27/PH27A is damaged
– if the Defensor PH27/PH27A is no longer operating correctly
– if connections and/or piping are not sealed
– if the mains cable is damaged
All persons working with the Defensor PH27/PH27A must report any alterations to the unit that may
affect safety to the owner without delay.
Prohibited modifications to the unit
No modifications must be undertaken on the Defensor PH27/PH27A without the express written
consent of the manufacturer.
For the replacement of defective components use exclusively original accessories and spare parts
available from your Defensor supplier.
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