IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
When using this appliance, basic safety precautions should always be
followed including the following:
Read all instructions before using this product.
- Use appliance only for its intended use.
- To protect against a risk of electric shock, do not immerse the
appliance in water or other liquids.
- The appliance should always be turned off before plugging or
unplugging from outlet. Never yank the cord to disconnect from out-
let, instead grasp plug and pull to disconnect.
- Always disconnect appliance from electrical outlet when filling with
water or emptying or when not in use.
- Do not allow cord to touch hot surfaces. Let iron cool completely
before putting away. Loop cord loosely around iron when storing.
- Do not operate appliance with a damaged cord or if appliance has
been dropped or damaged.
- To avoid the risk of electric shock, do not disassemble the appliance.
Ship it to the nearest authorized Rowenta approved service center for
examination and repair. Incorrect reassembly can cause a risk of elec-
tric shock when the appliance is used.
- Not intended for use by children. Close supervision is necessary for
any appliance being used near children. Unsupervised use can result
in fire or personal injury. Do not leave appliance unattended while
plugged in, on an ironing board, or while it is still hot.
- Burns can occur from touching hot metal parts, hot water or steam.
Use caution when you turn a steam iron upside down. There may be
hot water in the reservoir.
- Do not direct steam at people or animals or iron clothes while they
are being worn.
- The use of accessory attachments is not recommended by Rowenta
and may result in fire, electric shock or personal injury.
SPECIAL INSTRUCTIONS
- This is a 1600, 1700 or 1750 watt appliance. To avoid a circuit over-
load, do not operate a high wattage appliance on the same circuit.
- If an extension cord is absolutely necessary, the marked electrical
rating should be at least as great as the electrical rating of the
appliance. Cords rated for less amperage may overheat.
Care should be taken to arrange the cord so that it cannot be pulled
or tripped over unintentionally.
- Your Rowenta appliance is intended for household use only.
ENVIRONMENT PROTECTION FIRST !
Your appliance contains valuable materials which can be
recovered or recycled. Leave it at a local civic waste col-
lection point.
KEEP THESE INSTRUCTIONS
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