Important Safety Instructions; Warning - Sharp UA-HD40E Operation Manual

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

When using electrical appliances, basic safety precautions should be followed,
including the following:

WARNING

– To reduce the risk of electrical shock, fi re or injury to persons:
• Read all instructions before using the unit.
• Use only a 220-240 volt outlet.
• Do not use the unit if the power cord or plug is damaged or the connection
to the wall outlet is loosened.
• Periodically remove dust from the plug.
• Do not insert fi ngers or foreign objects into the air intake or air outlet.
• When removing the power plug, always hold the plug and never pull on the
cord.
Electrical shock and/or fi re from a short circuit may result.
• Be careful not to damage the power cord, it may cause electric shock, excess
heat or fi res.
• Do not remove the plug when your hands are wet.
• Do not use this unit near gas appliances or fi replaces.
• When refi lling the Water Tank, cleaning the unit, or when the unit is not in use, be
sure to unplug the unit. Electrical shock and/or fi re from a short circuit may result.
• If the power cord is damaged, it must be replaced by the manufacturer,
its service agent, a Sharp authorized Service Centre or similarly qualifi ed
person in order to avoid a hazard.
• Only a Sharp Authorized Service Centre should service this air purifi er. Contact
the nearest Service Centre for any problems, adjustments, or repairs.
• Do not operate when using aerosol insecticides or in rooms where there is
oily residue, incense, sparks from lit cigarettes, chemical fumes in the air, or in
locations where the unit may get wet, such as a bathroom.
• Be cautious when cleaning the unit. Strong corrosive cleansers may damage the
exterior.
• When carrying the unit, remove the Water Tank and Humidifying Tray fi rst and
hold the unit by handles on both sides.
• Do not drink the water in the Humidifying Tray or Water Tank.
• Change the water in the Water Tank daily with fresh tap water and regularly clean
the Water Tank and Humidifying Tray. (See E-13 and E-14). When unit is not in
use, dispose of the water in the Water Tank and Humidifying Tray. Leaving water
in the Water Tank and/or Humidifying Tray may result in mold, bacteria, and bad
odours.
In rare cases, this bacteria may cause harmful physical eff ects.
• This appliance can be used by children aged from 8 years and above and persons
with reduced physical, sensory or mental capabilities or lack of experience and
knowledge if they have been given supervision or instruction concerning use of
the appliance in a safe way and understand the hazards involved. Children shall
not play with the appliance. Cleaning and user maintenance shall not be made by
children without supervision.
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