Correct Use Of The Product; Preparation For Use - POLTI VAPORETTO POCKET Usage Instructions

object such as a pen.
• Always rest the appliance on a stable surface.
• In case of accidental fall of the appliance it is ne-
cessary to have it checked by an authorized Ser-
vice Centre as the internal safety features may
have been affected.
• In case of breakdown or malfunction switch off the
appliance and never attempt to disassemble it,
but refer to an authorized Service Centre.
• In order to avoid prejudicing the safety of the ap-
pliance, use only original spare parts and acces-
sories approved by the manufacturer.
• Do not wind the power cord around the appliance,
especially when the appliance is still hot.
• During refilling with water, switch off and discon-
nect the appliance from the mains.
• Do not direct the steam jet on electrical and/or
electronic appliances.
• Let the appliance cool down before cleaning it.
• Before storing the appliance make sure that it has
completely cooled down.
• This appliance is equipped with safety devices
which are to be replaced only by a suitably quali-
fied technician.
• Do not direct the steam jet at people, animals or
debris.
• Never place your hands inside the jet of steam.
ATTENTION
Danger of burns!
• When refilling the boiler, use HOT rather than cold
water, pour in gently at first and keep your face
away. Otherwise the still hot boiler walls can spit
drops of very hot water or steam spray.
• Do not put any detergent or chemical substance in
the boiler.
• Make sure the patented safety cap is fully and cor-
rectly screwed on, otherwise you may experience
very hot steam escaping from around the cap.
• Do not refill the boiler while it is still hot. Allow it to
cool down for a few minutes before refilling.
• Do not empty the appliance when the water in the
boiler is still hot.
• Do not try to unscrew the safety cap when the ap-
pliance is in use.
• Check the safety cap and that the related inner
gasket is present, replace them with original spare
parts if necessary.
• This appliance is not intended for use by persons
(including children) with reduced physical, sen-
sory or mental capabilities, or lack of experience
and knowledge, unless they have been given su-
pervision or instruction concerning use of the ap-
pliance by a person responsible for their safety.
VAPORETTO POCKET
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• Children should be supervised to ensure that they
do not play with the appliance.
This appliance is intended for home use as a steam
generator as described and in accordance with the
instructions provided in this manual. Please read
these instructions carefully and keep them, as you
may find them useful in future.
Polti declines liability for any damage or acci-
dent derived from any use of Vaporetto which is
not in conformity with the instructions contai-
ned in this booklet.
Directive 2002/96/EC (Waste Electrical and Electro-
nic Equipment - WEEE): information for users
This product complies
2002/96/EC.
The crossed-out wastebasket symbol on
the appliance means that at the end of its
useful lifespan, the product must be di-
sposed of separately from ordinary hou-
sehold wastes.
The user is responsible for delivering the appliance
to an appropriate collection facility at the end of its
useful lifespan.
Appropriate separate collection to permit recycling,
treatment and environmentally compatible disposal
helps prevent negative impact on the environment
and human health and promotes recycling of the
materials making up the product. For more informa-
tion on available collection facilities, contact your lo-
cal waste collection service or the shop where you
bought this appliance.
Before leaving our factory all our products are rigo-
rously tested. Your Vaporetto may contain some re-
sidual water in the boiler from the factory testing.
1. Unscrew the safety cap (A) (Fig.1) and fill the
boiler with 0.75 litres of water, using the jug (10)
and the funnel (9) provided for this purpose
(Fig.2).
2. Screw the cap firmly back into place with care.
Make sure that the safety cap (A) is correctly
screwed on, otherwise steam could leak
out.
3. Hook the shoulder strap for carrying the device
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