Points Of Safety - Thomas Centri 772 Instructions For Use Manual

Points of Safety

Please read through the information contained in this
instructions booklet carefully. It gives impor tant advice
on the safety, assembly, use and main tenance of the
THOMAS Spin Dryer. Retain the instructions booklet
in a safe place for future refe r ence and, if applicable,
pass it on to the subse quent owner of the appliance.
The manufacturer will not be liable if the instructions
specified below are not observed. Do not put the
THOMAS Spin Dryer to improper use, i.e. do not use
the appliance other than for the purposes it is meant
for. It is intended for household use and for spinning
items of laundry only.
This appliance can be used by children from 8
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years of age, as well as by persons with impaired
physical, sensory or mental capacities, or lack
of experience and/or knowledge, as long as
they are supervised or have been instructed on
using the appliance safely, and are aware of
the dangers involved. Do not allow children
play with the appliance. Cleaning and user
maintenance should not be performed by
children without supervision.
• Before connecting the appliance, check that the details given on
the rating plate correspond to the requirements of your electrical
installation.
• The basic safety regulations must be strictly observed.
In case of doubt, have a qualified engineer inspect the
electrical installation of your house. Electrical security
is only ensured when the appliance has been duly
earthed, as described under the safety regulations for
electrical connections.
If the mains socket does not comply with the plug, the
socket should be replaced by a suitable one.
• Only connect the appliance to a power socket with a 16A
automatic circuit breaker (for the UK: 230 V ∼ / 13 Amps).
• Do not operate the appliance if:
– the mains cable is damaged;
– the appliance shows clear signs of damage;
– the appliance has fallen or been dropped.
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• Check the appliance for any damages which may have occured
during transport.
• Remove the transport locking pads from inside the drum.
• The spin dryer is intended for use by adults only.Ensure that
children or infirm persons do not play around with the appliance.
• Modifications to the appliance can endanger your safety and
health. Therefore, repairs to the appliance should be carried out by
an authorised engineer only.
• Never operate the appliance in rooms where inflammable
materials are stored or where gases have formed.
• Store the appliance and its attachments in a dry, clean and
enclosed space.
• Never unplug the appliance by pulling on the cable, but only by
removing the plug directly from the socket.
• Ensure that the mains cable is not exposed to either heat or
chemical substances, nor that it is pulled across sharp edges or
surfaces.
• If the mains cable becomes damaged, have it re placed
immediately by an authorised repair-shop.
• Do not touch or use the appliance with wet hands or when
barefoot and standing on a wet floor.
• Do not expose the appliance to atmospheric effects, such as sun,
rain, etc.
• Never spin items of laundry which have been cleaned, washed,
impregnated or sprayed with wax, paint, petrol or inflammable
liquids. The vapours can constitute a fire hazard or cause an
explosion. Always wash materials containing these substances by
hand first and let them dry outside in the fresh air.
• Do not use the appliance as a footboard or load heavy items onto it.
• Do not reach into the drum while it is spinning.
• Do not store the spin dryer directly next to a hot stove or heater.
• In general, we recommed avoiding the use of multiple plug
sockets, extension cables and adapters.
• Pull out the plug
– if the appliance malfunctions during operation;
– before cleaning and maintenance;
– after use.
• Operate the spin dryer only in an upright position on an even floor and
maintain a distance of about 50 cm from the wall or other objects.
• During operation, do not lift, carry, hold, move or tip over the
appliance.
• Never handle the operating lever and lid with force.
• Lift or carry the appliance by the carrying handles only.