4Important Safe-guards• This appliance has been manufactured to cool and de-humidifydomestic environments and should not be used for other purposes.• It is dangerous to alter or modify the unit's characteristics in any way.• The appliance must be installed in line with the relevant national legi-slation.• Should repairs be necessary, contact the nearest authorised RepairService Centre. Unauthorised servicing can be dangerous.• This appliance is to be used by adults only; keep away from children.• Always ensure the appliance is earthed. If you have any doubts checkwith a qualified electrician.• Avoid using extension leads with the unit.• Before cleaning or maintenance operations, always unplug the unitfrom the socket.• Do not pull on or place strain on the power cable when moving theappliance.• The appliance should not be installed where the atmosphere maycontain combustible gases, oil or sulphur, or near heat sources.• Do not rest hot or heavy objects onto the appliance.• Clean the filters at least once a week.• Avoid using heaters near the unit.• If the unit cannot be transported in a vertical position, anchor it to asloping surface. Avoid positioning it horizontally.• Before transporting the unit drain the condensation collecting-tray andtank. After transportation, wait at least 1 hour before switching on theunit.• The packaging materials can be recycled. You are therefore recom-mended to place them in the special containers for differentiatedwaste collection.• In the case that the power cable becomes damaged, this must besubstituted only by specialised personnel authorised by the manufac-turer.5751005200NZ 29-09-2000 13:35 Pagina 4