Miele PG 8504 Operating Instructions Manual page 13

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A damaged or leaking machine is dangerous and poses a safety
hazard. Immediately disconnect the machine at the power switch and
contact the Miele Service Department.
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Personnel operating the machine should be trained on a regular
basis. Untrained personnel must not be allowed access to the
machine or its controls.
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Only use process chemicals which have been approved by their
manufacturer for the application you are using. The manufacturer of
the process chemicals is responsible for any negative influences on
the material of the load is made from and for any damage they may
cause to the machine.
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Always exercise caution when handling the process chemicals for
this machine. These products may contain irritant, corrosive or toxic
ingredients.
Always comply with safety requirements and the manufacturer's
safety instructions (see safety data sheets)!
Use protective eyewear and gloves!
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The machine is designed to operate with water and the
recommended process chemicals only. Organic solvents or
flammable liquid agents must not be used in it!
This could cause an explosion, property damage due to the
destruction of rubber and plastic components, and the resulting
leakage of liquids.
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The water in the cabinet must not be used as drinking water.
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Take care not to inhale powder cleaning detergents. Swallowing
process chemicals can cause chemical burns in the mouth and throat
or lead to asphyxiation.
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Do not lift the machine by protruding parts such as the control
panel or the opened service flap as these could be damaged or torn
off.
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Do not sit or lean on the opened door. This could cause the
machine to tip or become damaged.
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Be careful when sorting items with sharp, pointed ends. Position
them in the machine so that you will not hurt yourself or create a
danger for others.
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Broken glass can result in serious injury when loading or
unloading. Broken glass items must not be processed in the machine.
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The machine can get hot when in use. Be careful not to scald or
burn yourself or come into contact with irritant substances when
opening the door.
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Should personnel accidentally come into contact with toxic
vapours or processing chemicals, consult the manufacturer's safety
data sheets for emergency procedures.
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