General Instructions; Safety Instructions - Fakir Prestige Duo 8504 Mode D'emploi

Instructions for your safety and disposal information
Before use
• Please read through all the information provided carefully. It contains important instruc-
tions for use, safety and maintenance/care of the appliances. Please keep the user
manual carefully and pass it on to any subsequent owner.
• Fakir appliances comply with state-of-the-art engineering and the current machine
safety legislation.
• This appliance fulfils with the requirements of the EU directives "89/336/EEC
Electromagnetic Compatibility" and "73/23/EEC Low Voltage Directive". The appliance
bears the CE marking on the nameplate.
• Subject to design and equipment changes by Fakir.

General instructions

• Do not use the appliance if you can see any obvious defects on the housing, the
connection lead is defect or you have grounds to suspect a concealed defect (e.g. after
a fall).
• Only connect the appliance to the power supply if the voltage stated on the namepla-
te corresponds with the mains voltage.
• The socket must have an automatic fuse with at least 16 A.
• No liability is assumed for any damage caused if the appliance is used for any other
than its proper purpose, incorrect operation or unqualified repairs and maintenance.
• Before starting to use the appliance, check that all filters have been inserted correctly.
The appliance must not be used without filters.
• Only use original Fakir filters and Fakir accessories.
• Always switch the appliance off and disconnect from the mains before cleaning and
servicing the appliance, replacing any parts or changing over to other functions.
• This vacuum cleaner should not be used by children. Children should only be allowed
to use electric appliances if under constant supervision.
• This appliance should not be used for vacuuming harmful substances.
• Repairs must only be carried out by qualified technicians (e.g. Fakir customer service
- addresses see list). Only Fakir original parts must be used. Appliances which have
not been used properly pose a hazard to the user.
Importasnt service note !
• The water filter box, water filter insert, the pre- and main filters have to be cleaned
under running water and dried after each vacuuming.
Failure to do this will lead to obstruction of the filters and overheating of the applian-
ce.

Safety instructions

• Never disconnect the appliance by pulling the lead.
• Ensure that the lead is not pulled over sharp edges or crushed.
• Do not use any damaged extension leads.
• If necessary, the mains lead should only be replaced by a qualified technician together
with the cord winding device.
• Always switch the appliance off and disconnect from the mains before any servicing or
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