− Do not use if the appliance or the mains cable is visibly
damaged or if the appliance has been dropped.
− Appliances connected to the mains during a thunderstorm may
be damaged by power surges. You should therefore always
unplug the plug during thundery conditions.
− Check the appliance and the mains cable for damage before
using the appliance for the fi rst time, and after each use.
− Completely unwind the mains cable.
− Do not kink or crush the mains cable.
− Contact the Service Centre without delay if the appliance has
been damaged during transport.
− Do not, under any circumstances, make any unauthorised
modifi cations to the appliance or try to open a component and/
or repair it yourself.
− The mains cable should only be repaired by an authorised
repair workshop. Otherwise, contact our Service Centre, to
avoid risks.
− Always unplug the appliance plug from the power socket
before cleaning or servicing.
− For a built-in battery in a vehicle, ensure that the vehicle is
not running and is located in a protected interior (e.g. garage,
carport, dry dock). Switch the ignition off and park the vehicle,
e.g. with the handbrake applied (car).
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