Instruction manual

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Risk of electric shock and burns
❐ Never leave the appliance unattended when it is connected to the mains.
❐ The attachment/cleaning head used can remain hot for a short time after use. Wait
a few minutes therefore until it has fully cooled down before removing it/the floor
cleaning cloth.
❐ Always let the appliance fully cool down before adding or removing water, cleaning
and/or putting away the appliance.
❐ Stow the appliance away in a place inaccessible for children.
❐ Arrange the cable in such a way that it does not represent a trip hazard.
❐ Beware! Risk of burns! Improper use can result in injury, scalding and electric shocks.
❐ Do not use the appliance when it is damaged.
❐ Be especially careful when cleaning stairs.
❐ Only connect the appliance to a correctly installed plug socket, equipped with
protective contacts. The plug socket must also be easily accessible after connection.
The mains voltage must correspond to the technical specifications of the appliance.
Only use proper extension cables whose technical specifications correspond to those
of the appliance.
❐ This appliance must be grounded. Only use the accompanying plug. Do not
try to bypass grounded plug.
❐ Never immerse the appliance, cable or plug in water or in any other liquid. Ensure
that the appliance, cables and plug do not fall into water or become wet. Should the
appliance fall into water, shut off the power supply immediately.
❐ Never touch the appliance, the power cable or the plug with wet hands.
❐ The steam must never be pointed directly at power cables or parts which contain
electrical components (e. g. oven interiors, refrigerators, switches and lights,
microwaves).
❐ Remove the plug after each use, before removing/replacing an attachment/a floor
cleaning cloth, filling/emptying the water tank, cleaning the appliance or when not
using the appliance. Never pull on the cable, always pull at the plug.
❐ Never use the appliance in rooms in which there is highly inflammable dust, or toxic
or explosive vapours.
❐ Check the appliance for damage before every use. In the case of defects, the appliance
must not be used any further until repaired by a professional.
❐ Only use the appliance if it is completely assembled and functional.
❐ Switch off the appliance immediately in the case of damage/blockages.
❐ Never try to repair an electrical appliance or replace parts yourself. Find the nearest
customer service/professional or contact customer services in the case of damage.
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❐ Lay the cable in such a way that it will not be squeezed or kinked and does not make
contact with any hot surfaces.
❐ Never carry or pull the appliance by the cable.
❐ Always work with sufficient lighting.
❐ Do not use any additional accessories. Only use those accessories supplied by the
manufacturer.
❐ Never undo the water tank catch during use. Always ensure that the water tank is
firmly closed before using the appliance.
❐ Never use the appliance without water.
❐ Use normal or distilled water for filling the water tank. Other liquids can damage the
appliance.
❐ Do not pour any cleaning agent into the appliance. This can irreparably damage the
appliance, and it may no longer be safe to use.
❐ Only use fragrance additives with water and never undiluted in the water tank. Only
use fragrance additives in well ventilated rooms.
❐ Never cover the steam outlet, do not place it on soft surfaces (which will block it)
and do not insert any objects into it.
❐ Maintain sufficient distance to heat sources, e. g. hot plates or ovens, in order to avoid
damage to the appliance.
❐ Never use the cleaning head without a floor cleaning cloth.
❐ Always check the floor cleaning cloth for wear before each use. It must not be used if
it is visibly worn or damaged. This could result in damage to your floor covering.
❐ Do not drop the appliance and do not subject it to heavy shocks.
❐ Always test the cleaning performance first in a small inconspicuous area.
❐ Never direct the steam for too long onto one area.
❐ Never use the appliance on cold glass surfaces. The hot steam could cause the glass
to shatter.
❐ The heat and the steam can remove the wax from wax-treated surfaces.
❐ Do not use any corrosive or abrasive cleaning agents (e. g. vinegar) or cleaning pads.
❐ When cleaning the appliance, do not allow any liquid to enter it. This may cause major
damage to the appliance.
❐ Only return the appliance to its storage place once it has fully cooled down and there
is no water left in the water tank.
❐ Do not wind the power cable too tightly around the hooks provided for holding it.
This could result in it being damaged.
❐ Keep the appliance in a dry, clean and cool place which is inaccessible to children.
❐ Do not expose the appliance to extreme temperatures, extreme temperature
fluctuations, direct sunlight or moisture.
Warranty Conditions
All defects caused by improper use, damage or repair attempts are excluded from the
warranty. This also applies to normal wear and tear.
Avoiding material and physical damage and damage to
the appliance