User manual PANASONIC EH-NA27

[. . . ] 12 Thank you for purchasing this Panasonic product. Before operating this unit, please read these instructions completely and save them for future use. English Safety precautions To reduce the risk of injury, loss of life, electric shock, fire, malfunction, and damage to equipment or property, always observe the following safety precautions. IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS When using electrical appliances, especially when children are present, basic safety precautions should always be followed, including the following: Explanation of symbols The following symbols are used to classify and describe the level of hazard, injury, and property damage caused when the denotation is disregarded and improper use is performed. [. . . ] Directly plug this appliance to a household outlet: do not use with an extension cord. Always ensure the appliance is operated on an electric power source matched to the rated voltage indicated on the appliance. - Failure to do so may cause fire or electric shock. When you see sparks around the air outlet while using the hot air setting, stop use and remove the lint on the air outlet and air inlet. - Failure to do so may cause burn or fire. Always turn OFF the power switch and disconnect the plug from the household outlet after use. Indb 6 11/24/2016 9:52:24 AM WARNING Disconnect the plug by holding onto it instead of pulling on the cord. - Failure to do so may cause the wire in the cord to break, and may cause burn, electric shock, or fire due to a short circuit. Regularly clean the plug to prevent dust from accumulating. - Failure to do so may cause fire due to insulation failure caused by humidity. Disconnect the plug and wipe with a dry cloth. When the appliance is used in a bathroom, unplug it after use since the proximity of water presents a hazard even when the appliance is switched off. - Failure to do so may cause an accident or injury. 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. - Failure to do so may cause an accident or injury. If the supply cord is damaged, it must be replaced by the manufacturer, its service agent, or similarly qualified persons in order to avoid a hazard. - Failure to do so may cause an accident or injury. CAUTION Do not store the cord in a twisted state. - Doing so may cause the wire in the cord to break with the load, and may cause electric shock or fire due to a short circuit. - Doing so may cause electric shock or ignition. - Your hair may get tangled in the air inlet, which could damage the hair. [. . . ] ) Maintaining the hair dryer Clean the main body when the hair dryer gets dirty. Clean the housing only with a soft cloth slightly dampened with tap water or soapy tap water. - Doing so may cause malfunction, cracking/discoloration of parts etc. €¢ Leaving the hair dryer with hair products or makeup still adhered to the handle or body may degrade the plastic, causing discoloration or cracking, and malfunction. [. . . ]