Beurer HTE 50: 2 Signs and symbols

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2  Signs and symbols 

The following symbols appear in these instructions or on the unit. 

Danger 

The unit must not be used in the vicinity of water or in water  

(e.g. washbasin, shower, bathtub) – risk of electric shock! 

Warning 

Warning instruction indicating a risk of injury or damage to health.

Important 

Safety note indicating possible damage to the unit/accessories. 

Note 

Important information to be noted. 

3 Intended  use 

The multi-function styler must be used only for 

individual, private shaping and styling of your 

hair! 

 Warning 

Use the unit only: 

•  For external use 

•  For the purpose for which it was developed 

and in the manner specified in these 

instructions for use. 

Any improper use can be dangerous! 

The unit carries the CE mark and complies 

with the following EU directives: 

•  2006/95/EC the Low Voltage Directive 

•  2004/108/EC the EMC Directive 

4  Safety instructions for your health 

 Warning 

To prevent harm to your health, we 

urgently recommend that you not use the 

unit in the following situations: 

•  If the unit, mains cable/plug or accessories 

are visibly damaged. When in doubt, do not 

use the unit and contact your dealer or the 

customer service address provided. 

To avoid harm to your health, observe the 

following points: 

•  People (including children) who are not 

able to use the unit safely due to their 

physical, sensory or mental abilities or their 

lack of experience or knowledge must not 

use this unit without supervision or 

instruction by a responsible person. 

•  Children must be supervised when using 

the unit. 

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•  Pull the cord out of the socket by the mains 

plug only. 

•  For additional protection, we recommend 

installing a residual-current device (RCD) 

with a rated current of no more than 30 mA 

in the electrical circuit of the bathroom. 

More information can be obtained from 

your local electrical supply store. 

•  Do not use any add-on parts that are not 

recommended by the manufacturer or 

offered as an accessory. 

•  Ensure that there are no highly flammable 

liquids in the vicinity of the unit. 

•  Place the unit only on a non-combustible 

surface. 

•  Do not use the unit on artificial hair – fire 

hazard! 

•  The unit must not be covered – fire hazard! 

•  Never open or attempt to repair the unit 

yourself, as otherwise proper function is no 

longer guaranteed. Failure to observe this 

regulation shall void the warranty. 

•  If the unit malfunctions or is damaged, 

have it repaired by a qualified specialised 

workshop. 

•  Do not use the unit if it has fallen or been 

dropped on the floor or is otherwise 

damaged.  

•  Do not use an extension cord in the 

bathroom, so that you can quickly reach 

the mains plug in an emergency. 

•  Never leave the unit unsupervised during 

operation. 

•  Do not use the unit in the open air. 

•  If you give the unit to a third party, you 

must include these instructions for use. 

 Danger 

•  Never use the unit in the vicinity of 

bathtubs, washbasins, showers or other 

vessels containing water or other liquids  

– risk of electric shock! 

•  If the unit falls into water despite all safety 

precautions, remove the plug from the 

socket immediately! Do not reach into the 

water! 

•  Before using the unit again, have it 

checked by an authorised specialised 

workshop! Risk of fatal injury from electric 

shock! 

•  Never immerse the unit in water or another 

liquid! 

Before using the unit for the first time 

 Warning 

•  Keep children away from packaging 

materials – risk of suffocation! 

•  Before you use the unit for the first time, 

remove all packaging materials. 

•  Plug the unit into a socket with the voltage 

specified on the identification plate only. 

•  Inquire about the mains voltage of the 

respective location if it is unknown to you.