Operation Manual

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SAFETY AND SET-UP ______________________
Please read this instruction manual thoroughly
prior to using this appliance! Follow all safety
instructions to prevent damage due to improper
use!
Keep the instruction manual for future reference.
If this appliance is given to a third party, then
this instruction manual must also be handed
over.
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The appliance is designed for domestic use
only. It should not be used for commercial
purposes.
7
Do not use the appliance outdoors or in the
bathroom.
7
Do not immerse the appliance in water or
in other liquids; do not hold it under running
water.
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Never use the appliance if it is damaged.
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Our GRUNDIG Household Appliances meet
applicable safety standards. Therefore if the
appliance is damaged, it must be repaired or
replaced by the dealer, a service centre or a
similarly qualified and authorized service per-
son to avoid any danger. Faulty or unquali-
fied repair work may cause danger and risks
to the user.
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Do not dismantle the appliance under any
circumstances. No warranty claims are ac-
cepted for damage caused by improper
handling.
7
Keep the appliance always out of the reach
of children.
7
The appliance should not be used by the fol-
lowing persons, including children: those with
limited physical, sensory or mental capabili-
ties and also those with a lack of experience
and knowledge. This does not apply to the
latter if they were instructed in the use of the
appliance or if they use it under the supervi-
sion of a person responsible for their safety.
Children should always be supervised to en-
sure that they do not play with the appliance.
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Do not continue to use the appliance if a mal-
function occurs.
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Do not continue to use the appliance, if it is
dropped or if there are any cracks.
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Never operate or place this appliance on or
near to hot surfaces such as a gas burner,
electric burner or heated oven.
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Never use the appliance in or near to combus-
tible, inflammable places and materials.
7
Do not use the appliance with damp or wet
hands.
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Always use the appliance on a stable, flat,
clean, dry and non-slip surface.
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Vibrations should be avoided.
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Do not overload this scales, max. 5000 g.
7
If you have problems with this appliance, try
to reset it by removing the batteries briefly or
replacing them.
7
Only use top-quality batteries. Low quality bat-
teries could leak and result in damages to the
appliance.
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Extreme conditions like hot and highly humid
environment or improper use of this appliance
may cause the batteries to leak which may
cause personal injury. If the batteries leak, re-
move them with a cloth and dispose of them in
accordance with the applicable laws. Prevent
battery acid from coming into contact with
skin and eyes. If battery acid comes into con-
tact with your eyes, flush your eyes thoroughly
with plenty of water and consult a physician
immediately. If battery acid comes into contact
with your skin, wash the affected area with
plenty of water and soap.
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Batteries are very dangerous if swallowed.
Please keep the batteries and this appliance
away from children at all times. If a battery
is swallowed, seek medical attention immedi-
ately.
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The batteries should never be recharged or
reactivated in any way, nor should they be
thrown into a fire.
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Never allow the batteries to come into contact
with water.
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If the appliance is not to be used for a longer
period of time, then the batteries should be
removed.
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If the scale no longer works well, replace the
batteries.