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ity from other sources such as mucous membranes, skin, furniture and accessories, etc. This can have a
number of negative effects:
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mucous membranes dry out, lips become chapped and dry, eyes become irritated,
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infections and respiratory diseases are more likely,
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exhaustion, tiredness and difficulty concentrating,
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pets and plants are put under unnecessary strain,
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promotion of dust and electrostatic charging of textiles made of synthetic fibres, carpets and plastic floor
coverings,
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damage to furniture made of wood, particularly parquet floors,
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detuning of musical instruments.
The air washer now enables the air to gather the required humidity on the large surfaces of the humidification
discs. Air humidification is carried out by the principle of auto-regulating cold evaporation. No additional
control units are required.
The air washer requires added water to encourage evaporation and prevent bacteria building up. Regular
cleaning is obligatory. For this purpose, use the enclosed cleaning solution.
2. Intended use
This air washer is intended to clean and humidify the air indoors.
WARNING
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This device is not intended for use by people (including children) with restricted physical, sensory
or mental skills or a lack of experience and/or a lack of knowledge, unless they are supervised or
instructed, for their own safety, by a person who is familiar with the device.
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Children should be supervised around the device to ensure they do not play with it.
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If you suffer from a severe respiratory or lung disease, consult medical advice before using the air
washer.
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The device is only intended for the purpose described in these instructions for use. The manufacturer
is not liable for damage resulting from improper or careless use.
3. Safety notes
Read these instructions for use carefully. Non-observance of the following information may result in personal
injury or damage. Store these instructions for use and make them accessible to other users. Make sure to
include these instructions for use when handing over the device to third parties.
WARNING
K
eep packaging material away from children! There is a choking hazard.
Electric shock
WARNING
A
s with every electrical device, use this air washer carefully and cautiously, in order to avoid hazards
due to electric shock.
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For this reason, do not operate the device
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at voltages other than those indicated on the device (the type plate is located on the inside of
the fan unit),
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if the device or accessories are visibly damaged,
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during a thunderstorm.
•
In the case of defects or operational faults, switch off the device immediately and disconnect the
device from the mains socket. Do not pull on the mains cable or on the device to disconnect the
plug from the socket. Never hold or carry the device by the mains cable. Keep the cables away
from hot surfaces.
•
Ensure that the upper cover of the air washer and the mains cable do not come into contact with
water, steam or other liquids.
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Use the device only in dry internal rooms (e.g. never in the bath, sauna).
