Safety Warnings - Hitachi KH335BE Instruction Manual

Safety Warnings

• Read all the instructions carefully
before using the unit and keep them
for future reference.
• Retain the manual. If you pass the unit
onto a third party make sure to include
this manual.
• Check that the voltage marked on
the rating label matches your mains
voltage.
Damage
• Please inspect the unit for damage
after unpacking.
• Do not continue to operate the unit if
you are in any doubt about it working
normally, or if it is damaged in any way
- switch off, unplug from the mains
socket and consult your dealer.
Location of Unit
• The unit must be placed on a flat
stable surface and not subjected to
vibrations.
• Do not place the unit on sloped or
unstable surfaces as the unit may fall
off or tip over.
• The mains socket must be located
near the unit and should be easily
accessible.
Temperature
• Avoid extreme degrees of
temperature, either hot or cold. Place
the unit well away from heat sources
such as radiators or gas / electric fires.
• Avoid exposure to direct sunlight and
other sources of heat.
• Attention should be drawn to the use
of apparatus in moderate climates.
Naked Flames
• Never place any type of candle or
naked flame on the top of or near
the unit.
Moisture
• To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock
or product damage, do not expose
this unit to rain, moisture, dripping
or splashing. No objects filled with
liquids, such as vases, should be placed
on the unit. Do not operate the unit
with wet hands, near water or other
liquid.
• If you spill any liquid into the unit, it
can cause serious damage. Switch
it off at the mains immediately.
Withdraw the mains plug and consult
your dealer.
Ventilation
• To prevent the risk of electric shock or
fire hazard due to overheating, ensure
that curtains and other materials do
not obstruct the ventilation vents.
• A minimum distance of 5cm around
the unit should be maintained to allow
for sufficient ventilation.
• Do not install or place this unit in
a bookcase, built-in cabinet or in
another confined space. Ensure the
unit is well ventilated.
Safety
• Always disconnect the unit from the
mains supply before connecting /
disconnecting other devices or moving
the unit.
• Unplug the unit from the mains socket
during a lightning storm.
• In the interests of safety and to avoid
unnecessary energy consumption,
never leave the unit switched on while
unattended for long periods of time,
e.g. overnight, while on holiday or
while out of the house. Switch it off
and disconnect the mains plug from
the mains socket.
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