Important; Safety - Philips HU4801 User Manual

1 Important

Safety

Read this user manual carefully before you use
the humidifier, and save it for future reference.
Danger
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Do not spray any flammable materials such as
insecticides or fragrance around the humidifier.
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The water in the water tank is not suitable for drinking.
Do not drink this water and do not use it to feed
animals or to water plants. When you empty the water
tank, pour the water down the drain.
Warning
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Check if the voltage indicated on the bottom of the
humidifier corresponds to the local power voltage
before you connect the humidifier.
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If the power cord is damaged, you must have it replaced
by Philips, a service center authorized by Philips, or
similarly qualified persons in order to avoid a hazard.
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Do not use the humidifier if the plug, the power cord,
or the humidifier itself is damaged.
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This humidifier is not intended for use by persons
(including children) with reduced physical sensory
or mental capabilities, or lack of experience and
knowledge, unless they have been given supervision
or instruction concerning use of the humidifier by a
person responsible for their safety.
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This appliance is not a toy. Children should be
supervised to ensure that they do not play with the
humidifier.
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Do not block the air inlet and outlet, e.g. by placing
items on the air outlet or in front of the air inlet.
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Caution
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If the power socket used to power the humidifier has
poor connections, the plug of the humidifier becomes
hot. Make sure that you plug the humidifier into a
properly connected power socket.
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Always place and use the humidifier on a dry, stable,
level, and horizontal surface.
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Do not place anything on top of the humidifier and do
not sit on the humidifier.
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Make sure that the humidifier is well assembled/
connected every time after you clean it or after you
remove the upper cover and/or water tank for refilling.
The humidifier must be properly assembled to deliver a
good and safe performance.
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Only use the original Philips filter specially intended for
this humidifier. Do not use any other filter.
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Avoid knocking against the humidifier (the air inlet and
outlet in particular) with hard objects.
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Do not insert your fingers or objects into the air
outlet or the air inlet to prevent physical injury or
malfunctioning of the humidifier.
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Do not use this humidifier when you have used indoor
smoke-type insect repellents or in places with oily
residues, burning incense, or chemical fumes.
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Do not use the humidifier near gas appliances, heating
devices or fireplaces.
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Always unplug the humidifier after use and before you
clean it.
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Do not fill water from the air outlets on top of the
humidifier.
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Place the humidifier properly to prevent children from
knocking it over.
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When the humidifier is not used for a long time,
bacteria may grow on the filters. Check the filters after
a long period of disuse. If the filter is very dirty, replace
it (see the chapter 'Replace the filter').
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Do not wash the filter in a washing machine or dish
washer, otherwise the filter will be deformed.
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The humidifier is only intended for household use
under normal operating conditions.
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Clean the water tank every week to keep it clean.
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Only fill the water tank with cold tap water. Do not use
ground water or hot water.
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Do not put any substance other than water in the
water tank. Do not add fragrance or chemical substance
into the water. Use only water (tap, purified, mineral,
any sort of potable water).
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If you do not use the humidifier for a long time, clean
the water tank and dry the humidification filter.
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If you need to move the humidifier, disconnect the
humidifier from the power supply first. Then empty the
water tank, and carry the humidifier horizontally.