Cleaning And Maintenance - Topcom BABYTALKER 1020 User Manual

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Cleaning and maintenance

This chapter contains important information about cleaning and maintaining the device.
Follow the instructions in order to avoid damage due to incorrect cleaning of the device and to ensure that it
continues to work properly.
8.1 Safety instructions
DANGER
Danger to life due to electrical current!
• Switch off the device and unplug it from the mains before cleaning.
WARNING
Danger due to leaking battery acid!
If the batteries are leaking, the fluid that emerges can cause injury (skin irritation) or can damage the
device.
• Wear protective gloves.
WARNING
• Do not use cleaning agents or solvents. These can damage the case and leak inside, causing
permanent damage.
8.2 Cleaning
- Use a soft, damp cloth to clean the device.
- Use a soft brush to clean dirty connections and contacts.
- Use a dry, lint-free cloth to clean battery contacts and the battery compartment.
- If the device becomes wet, switch it off and remove the batteries immediately.
Dry the battery compartment with a soft cloth to minimise potential water damage.
Leave the cover off the battery compartment overnight or until completely dry.
Wait until the device is completely dry before using it again.
8.3 Maintenance
- Check and replace the batteries in the device regularly.
- Check connections and cables to make sure they are working.
DANGER
Danger to life due to electrical current!
• Unplug the device from the mains before starting to deal with problems.
WARNING
Repairs that are not carried out properly can be dangerous and can damage the device.!
• Do not attempt to adjust or repair the device.
• The device or cables should only be repaired by a specialist in the service centre.
• If you suspect that the device is damaged (for instance, if someone has dropped it), take it to a
specialist to be checked before using it again.
8.4 Storage
Remove the batteries from the parents' unit and the baby unit.
Place the device in a dry place.
8.5 Disposal (environmental protection)
Dispose of the device in accordance with EC Directive 2002/96/EC-WEEE (Waste Electrical and
Electronic Equipment). If you have any queries, please contact your local body responsible for waste
disposal.
Batteries should be disposed of in an environmentally friendly manner in accordance with local
regulations.
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