Whirlpool 220-240~volt - Manual (Page 3)

Important Safety Instructions
Electrical Requirements
1 A 230 volt 50Hz ac only 15 ampere fused electrical
supply is required.
2. A time delay fuse or circuit breaker is recommended.
It is also recommended that a separate circuit serving
only this appliance be provided.
3. Use a power point which cannot be turned off with a
switch or pull chain. Do not use an extension cable.
4. For your personal safety, the compactor must be
earthed. Check with a qualified technician if you are
not sure that the compactor is properly earthed.
IMPORTANT;
ordinances.
Observe all governing codes and
Precautions and general suggestions
• Do not allow the compactor to be used as a toy, or to
run unattended at any time. Remove Key-knob when
not in use and store Key-knob out of reach of children.
• Do not compact:
- lighted cigarettes, cigars, or other hot or burning
items
- any container or aerosol can containing insecticide,
hair spray, paint, engine starting fluid or other poison­
ous, toxic, or explosive products
- volatile flammable materials such as oily rags,
thinner, etc., which would create a fire hazard or
explosion
• Never lift bag by the sides. Broken glass or other sharp
objects in the bag can cause injury.
• Before carrying out any maintenance or cleaning,
always unplug the appliance or disconnect the power
supply.
• Do not store or use gasoline or other flammable
vapours and liquids in the vicinity of this or any
other appliance. The fumes can create a fire
hazard or explosion.