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Safety Instructions for Steam Cleaners
Please read these
safety instructions
and the original operating in-
structions prior to the initial use
of your appliance. Proceed ac-
cordingly. Keep both booklets
for future reference or subse-
quent owners.
– Apart from the notes con-
tained herein the general
safety provisions and rules
for the prevention of acci-
dents of the legislator must be
observed.
– Warnings and notes that are
attached on the appliance
provide important notes for
the safe operation.
Hazard levels
DANGER
Pointer to immediate danger,
which leads to severe injuries or
death.
WARNING
Pointer to a possibly dangerous
situation, which can lead to se-
vere injuries or death.
CAUTION
Pointer to a possibly dangerous
situation, which can lead to mi-
nor injuries.
ATTENTION
Pointer to a possibly dangerous
situation, which can lead to
property damage.
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Electric components
DANGER
 Never use the appliance in
pools containing water.
 Do not level the steam jet di-
rectly at equipment that con-
tains electrical components,
such as the inside of ovens.
 Do not fill the appliance with-
out a removable water tank
directly via the water connec-
tion as long as it is connected
to the mains. Instead, use a
jar for filling it.
 Check the appliance and the
accessories, especially the
power cord, the safety lock
and the steam hose for prop-
er condition.
Do not use the appliance in
case of damage.
 If the power cord is damaged,
please arrange immediately
for the exchange by an au-
thorized customer service or
a skilled electrician.
 Promptly replace a damaged
steam hose. You may only
use a steam hose that is rec-
ommended by the manufac-
turer.
 Never touch the mains plug
and the socket with wet
hands.
 Always disconnect the mains
plug and allow the steam
cleaner to cool down before
performing any maintenance
work.
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EN