RUSSELL HOBBS 14993-56 - Manual (Page 2)

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Read the instructions, keep them safe, pass them on if you pass the appliance on.
Remove all packaging before use.
A IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS
Follow basic safety precautions, including:
1 This appliance must only be used by or under the supervision of a responsible adult. Use and
store the appliance out of reach of children.
2 Don’t put the appliance in liquid, don’t use it in a bathroom, near water, or outdoors.
3 Route the cable so it doesn’t overhang, and can’t be tripped over or caught.
4 Don’t iron clothing while it’s being worn – you’ll injure the wearer.
5 Don’t touch the soleplate, and keep away from the steam it emits.
6 Don’t use the iron in the vicinity of children.
7 Use the iron, or set it on its heel, on a stable, level, heat-resistant surface, preferably an
ironing board.
8 Don’t leave the iron unattended while plugged in, or while it’s standing on the ironing board.
9 Unplug the iron before filling, before cleaning, and after use.
10 Sit the iron upright when you’re not ironing.
11 Don’t fill the iron directly from the tap, use the jug.
12 Don’t use accessories or attachments other than those we supply.
13 Don’t use the appliance for any purpose other than those described in these instructions.
14 Don’t scratch the soleplate – avoid buttons, zips, etc.
15 The appliance has a protective thermal fuse, which will blow if it overheats. If this happens,
the appliance will stop working, and must be returned for repair.
16 Don’t operate the appliance if it’s dropped or damaged, or if it malfunctions or leaks.
17 If the cable is damaged, it must be replaced by the manufacturer, its service agent, or
someone similarly qualified, in order to avoid hazard.
household use only
U BEFORE USING FOR THE FIRST TIME
1 Remove any labels, stickers or packaging from the iron and soleplate.
2 Don’t worry if the iron smokes a bit at first, it’ll stop as the element cures.