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General Safety Information
Don’ts
1. Don’t touch any hot areas/accessories on the steamer. It’s normal for
the steamer and accessories to heat up during use. Always turn off all
controls and allow them to cool down before handling or changing.
2. Don’t leave the steamer plugged in when unattended.
3. Don’t use the steamer if it has been dropped, damaged,
immersed in water or left outdoors.
4. Don’t run over the power cord or use steamer if the power cord
or plug is damaged. Please contact our Customer Care Line on
0330 026 8455 (Mon-Fri 8.30am to 6.30pm, Sat 9.00am to 5.00pm).
5. Don’t handle the plug or use the steamer with wet hands.
6. Don’t pull or carry the steamer by the power cord. Don’t use the
power cord as a handle, pull the power cord around corners, sharp
edges or close a door over the power cord. Don’t unplug steamer by
pulling on the power cord.
7. Don’t use the steamer without the tank cap in place, and ensure the
tank cap is fully pushed down.
8. Don’t attempt to remove blockages with sharp objects as this may
cause damage to the steamer.
9. Don’t aim the steamer at people, animals, plants and electrical
components such as interior of ovens or wires. Never touch the
steam jet or tools from a short distance (there is a risk of scalding).
10. Don’t use the steamer with incorrect voltage as this may result in
damage or injury to the user. The correct voltage is listed on the
ratings label.
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General Safety Information
Do’s
1. Always fill the water tank with water only. Never add perfume, stain
remover or products containing alcohol.
2. Always unplug and allow the steamer to cool down before carrying out
any maintenance or refilling.
3. Always replace the fuse in the plug with a British 13amp fuse. Always
protect the power cable from heated surfaces or near open flames.
4. Use only CE approved 13amp extension cords, non-approved extension
cords may overheat. Care should be taken to arrange the extension cord
as it could be a trip hazard.
5. Always carry the steamer by the handle.
6. Store the steamer in a cool, dry area. Before storing the steamer
please ensure the water tank is thoroughly clean and dry.
PLEASE KEEP INSTRUCTIONS FOR FURTHER USE AND USE
ONLY AS INSTRUCTED IN THIS GUIDE
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General Safety Information
Basic safety precautions
This steamer is intended for household use only and NOT for commercial
or industrial use
Only use the steamer indoors and keep the area you’re cleaning well lit.
Keep fingers, hair and loose clothing away from moving parts and openings
whilst using the steamer.
This appliance can be used by children aged from 8 years and above and
persons with reduced physical, sensory or mental capabilities or lack of
experience and knowledge if they have been given supervision or instruction
concerning use of the appliance in a safe way and understand the
hazards involved.
Children shall not play with the appliance. Cleaning and user maintenance
shall not be made by children without supervision.
Please refer to the surface manufacture’s care recommendations before use,
and test over a small hidden area, if no damage occurs continue cleaning.
Not suitable for use on wax polished furniture, acrylic surfaces and synthetic,
velvet or steam/water sensitive materials.
This steamer should not be used to clean electrical appliances such as
microwaves, televisions and electrical heating systems etc.
Only Vax recommended tools should be used with the steamer.
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