Safety Information - Beurer BS 89 Mode D'emploi

2. Safety information

Please read these operating instructions carefully. Failure to observe the information provided below can
lead to personal injury or material damage. Keep these instructions in a safe place where they can also be
read by other persons using the device. Always pass on these instructions together with the appliance if
you sell it or pass it on.
WARNING
• Contact with direct sunlight poses an increased risk of fire. Therefore, you should avoid exposing the
mirror area to direct sunlight.
• Keep children away from the packaging materials. Risk of suffocation.
• Children must be supervised when using this device.
• Repairs to electrical appliances must only be carried out by qualified persons. Incorrect repairs can lead
to considerable danger for the user. In the event of repairs, please contact our customer service or an
authorised dealer.
There is a risk of fire if the device is used incorrectly or if it is not used according to these operating in-
structions.
For this reason, the mirror must only be operated as follows:
• Never leave the device unsupervised, particularly if children are around.
• Never use the device under covers, such as blankets or pillows.
• Never use the device in the vicinity of petrol or other easily flammable materials.
• Only in dry inside rooms.
Make sure that the device does not come into contact with water or other liquids.
Never try to retrieve the device if it falls into water.
Caution
• Before use, make sure that the device and accessories do not show any visible signs of damage.
If you are in any doubt, do not use it and contact your dealer or a specified customer service address.
• Keep the device away from pointed or sharp objects.
• If the device has been dropped or otherwise damaged, it must not be used again.
• The device must be switched off after every use and before cleaning.
Notes on handling batteries
• If your skin or eyes come into contact with battery fluid, flush out the affected areas with water and seek
medical assistance.
• Choking hazard! Small children may swallow and choke on batteries. Store the batteries out of the
reach of small children.
• Observe the plus (+) and minus (-) polarity signs.
• If a battery has leaked, put on protective gloves and clean the battery compartment with a dry cloth.
• Protect the batteries from excessive heat.
• Risk of explosion! Never throw batteries into a fire.
• Do not charge or short-circuit batteries.
• If the device is not to be used for a long period, take the batteries out of the battery compartment.
• Use identical or equivalent battery types only.
• Always replace all batteries at the same time.
• Do not use rechargeable batteries.
• Do not disassemble, split or crush the batteries.
Note: Disposal
For environmental reasons, do not dispose of the device in the household waste at the end of its
useful life. Dispose of the unit at a suitable local collection or recycling point. Dispose of the device
in accordance with EC Directive – WEEE (Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment). If you have
any questions, please contact the local authorities responsible for waste disposal.
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