Black & Decker Digital Advantage D1200 Use And Care Book Manual page 2

IMPORT NT S FETY
INSTRUCTIONS
When using your iron, basic safety precautions should always be followed,
including the following:
❑ RE D LL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING.
❑ Use iron only for its intended use.
❑ To protect against a risk of electric shock, do not immerse the iron
in water or other liquid.
❑ The iron should always be turned "Off" (refer to "How to Use" section)
before plugging or unplugging from outlet. Never yank cord to disconnect
from outlet; instead grasp plug and pull to disconnect.
❑ Do not allow cord to touch hot surfaces. Let iron cool completely before
putting away. Loop cord loosely around the iron when storing.
❑ lways disconnect iron from electrical outlet when filling with or
emptying of water and when not in use.
❑ Do not operate iron with a damaged cord or if the iron has been dropped
or damaged. To avoid the risk of electric shock, do not disassemble
the iron, take it to a qualified serviceman for examination and repair.
Incorrect reassembly can cause a risk of electric shock when the iron
is used.
❑ Close supervision is necessary for any appliance being used by or near
children. Do not leave iron unattended while connected or on an ironing
board.
❑ Burns can occur from touching hot metal parts, hot water, or steam.
Use caution when you turn a steam iron upside down or use the surge
of steam — there may be hot water in the water tank. void rapid
movement of iron to minimize hot water spillage.
SPECI L INSTRUCTIONS
❑ To avoid a circuit overload, do not operate another high-wattage
appliance on the same circuit.
❑ If an extension cord is absolutely necessary, a cord rated at 15-amperes
and 120-volt, or 7-ampere and 220-volt cord should be used. Cords rated
for less amperage may overheat. Care should be taken to arrange the cord
so that it cannot be pulled or tripped over.
S VE THESE INSTRUCTIONS.
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POL RIZED PLUG
This appliance has a polarized plug (one blade is wider than the other). To
reduce the risk of electric shock, this plug will fit into a polarized outlet only
one way. If the plug does not fit fully in the outlet, reverse the plug. If it still
does not fit, contact a qualified electrician. Do not attempt to modify the plug
in any way.
T MPER-RESIST NT SCREW
Warning: This appliance is equipped with a tamper-resistant screw to prevent
removal of the outer cover. To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock, do
not attempt to remove the outer cover. There are no user-serviceable parts
inside. Repair should be done only by authorized service personnel.
Note: If the power supply cord is damaged, it should be replaced by
qualified personnel or in Latin merica by an authorized service center.
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