Black & Decker GST2000 Original Instructions Manual page 4

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• Do not store away until the appliance
cools down, store the appliance in cool
dry location when not in use.
• Always operate on a flat horizontal
surface.
• Do not insert or allow foreign objects to
enter any ventilation, exhaust opening or
hose, as this may cause an electric
shock, fire or damage to the appliance.
• To disconnect the appliance, switch it
"OFF", then remove the plug from outlet.
Do not pull out the cord because this
could damage it.
• The temperature of accessible surfaces
may be high during use and for some
time afterwards.
• To reduce the risk of electric shock, do
not immerse the appliance in water or
other liquids.
• Do not allow cord to touch hot surfaces.
Let appliance cool completely before
storing away. Loop cord loosely around
appliance when storing.
• Do not direct steam at people or
animals, or use steamer on garments
while they are being worn.
• Always disconnect appliance from
electrical outlet when filling with water,
emptying, cleaning or when not in use.
• Do not operate appliance with a
damaged cord, or if the appliance has
been dropped or damaged. To reduce
the risk of electrical shock, do not
disassemble or attempt to repair the
appliance, take it to a qualified service
person for examination and repair.
Incorrect reassembly or repair could
cause a risk of fire, electric shock, or
injury to persons when the appliance is
used.
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• Close supervision is required for any
appliance used by or near children. Do
not leave the appliance unattended while
connected.
• Always switch the appliance off and
disconnect from the mains before leaving
the unit for any amount of time.
• Burns could occur from touching hot
metal parts, hot water or steam. Use care
when you empty a steam appliance,
there may be hot water in the tank or
inside the appliance.
• Fill water in water tank only and remove
the water tank only when it is empty.
• Never drop or insert any object into any
opening or hose.
• Always keep the hose and nozzle
elevated above the water tank.
• Steam only in an up and down vertical
motion. Never use steamer in a horizontal
position or tilt into a backward position,
this may result in hot water discharge.
• Do not place the steam nozzle directly
on any surface or the appliance power
cord while it is hot or plugged in. Use the
stand provided.
• Use caution when changing attachments,
as they may contain hot water from
condensation. Ensure the attachments
are cooled o to avoid contact with hot
water.
• The use of accessory attachments other
than those provided by Black & Decker is
not recommended and may result in fire,
electric shock or personal injury.
• This unit is for indoor use only.
• Do not cut or attempt to extend the
steaming hose.