Important Safety Instructions - Fluval Flex Manual De Instrucciones

IMPORTANT SAFETY
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INSTRUCTIONS
WARNING
- To guard against injury, basic safety precautions should be observed,
including the following:
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INSTRUCTIONS.
2. DANGER – To avoid possible electrical shock, special care should be taken since water is
employed in the use of aquarium equipment.
3. Never attempt to repair this appliance yourself. Return the appliance to an authorized
service facility for service or discard the appliance. Do not operate the appliance if it
has a damaged cord or plug. If cord is damaged, the luminaire or appliance should
be destroyed.
A. If the appliance falls into the water, DO NOT reach for it. First unplug the appliance
and then retrieve it from the water. If electrical components of the appliance get
wet, unplug it immediately and allow the appliance to thoroughly dry. Carefully
examine the appliance after installation. It should not be plugged in if water is
present on parts not intended to be wet.
B. To avoid the possibility of the appliance plug getting wet, position
the tank to the side of a wall mounted receptacle to prevent
water from dripping onto the receptacle. A "drip loop", should be
arranged by the user for each cord connecting an aquarium
device to the receptacle. The "drip loop" is the part of the cord
below the level of the receptacle or the connector if an extension
cord is in use, to prevent the water from travelling along the cord
and coming into contact with the receptacle. If plug or receptacle
gets wet, DO NOT un-plug the cord. Disconnect the fuse or
circuit breaker that supplies power to the receptacle then unplug
the transformer and examine for the presence of water in the receptacle.
4. WARNING - This appliance is not intended for use by persons (including children) with
reduced physical, sensory or mental capabilities, or lack of experience and knowledge,
unless they have been given supervision or instruction concerning use of the appliance
by a person responsible for their safety. Children should be supervised to ensure that
they do not play with the appliance.
5. Always unplug the appliance from the outlet when not in use, before putting on or
taking off parts and before cleaning. Never yank the cord to pull the plug from the
outlet.
6. Do not use this appliance for any purpose other than that recommended by the
manufacturer. The use of attachments not recommended or sold by the appliance
manufacturer may cause an unsafe condition.
7. Do not install or store the appliance where it will be exposed to weather or
temperatures below freezing.
8. Make sure the appliance is mounted correctly and securely positioned on the aquarium
before operating the appliance.
9. Read and observe all important safety notices on the appliance.
10. If an extension cord is necessary, a cord with the proper current (amps) rating should
be used. A cord rated for fewer amps than the appliance rating may overheat. Care
should be taken to arrange the cord so that it will not be tripped over or pulled.
11. This appliance is intended FOR INDOOR HOUSEHOLD USE ONLY.
12. This appliance is for use with freshwater only. Not for saltwater use.
13. (For North America only) This appliance has a polarized plug (one blade is wider than
the other). As a safety feature, this plug will fit in a polarized outlet only one way. If the
plug does not fit fully into the outlet, reverse the plug. If the plug will still not fit fully
into the outlet, contact a qualified electrician to inspect the outlet and make the needed
alterations. Never use with an extension cord unless the plug can be fully inserted. Do
not attempt to defeat this safety feature.
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