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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
BEFORE USING THIS APPLIANCE READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS AND CAUTIONARY MARKINGS IN
THE USER MANUAL AND ON THE APPLIANCE.
When using an electrical appliance, basic precautions should always be followed, including
the following:
WARNING
THE APPLIANCE AND THE REMOTE CONTROL BOTH CONTAIN MAGNETS.
1. Implanted medical devices such as pacemakers and defibrillators may be affected by strong magnetic
fields. If you or someone in your household has an implanted medical device or defibrillator, avoid
placing the remote control in a pocket or near to the device.
2. Credit cards and electronic storage media may also be affected by magnets and should be kept away
from the remote control and the top of the appliance.
WARNING
These warnings apply to the appliance, and also where applicable, to all tools, accessories,
chargers or mains adaptors.
TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE, ELECTRIC SHOCK, OR INJURY:
1. When used in heating mode the appliance is hot when in use and for a short period after use. To avoid
burns, do not let bare skin touch hot surfaces. When moving the appliance hold it by the base, not the
air loop amplifier.
2. Keep combustible materials, such as furniture, pillows, bedding, papers, clothes and curtains, at least
0.9m (3 feet) from the front of the appliance and keep them away from the sides and rear when the
appliance is plugged in.
3. Use only as described in the Dyson User manual. Do not carry out any maintenance other than that
shown in the manual, or advised by the Dyson Helpline. Any other use not recommended by the
manufacturer may cause fire, electric shock, or injury to persons.
4. Ensure that the machine is fully assembled in line with the instructions before use. Do not dismantle the
machine or use without the loop amplifier fitted.
5. Do not allow to be used as a toy. Close attention is necessary when used by or near children.
Children of less than 3 years should be kept away unless continuously supervised. Children should be
supervised to ensure that they do not play with the appliance and remote control.
6. Children aged from 3 years and less than 8 years shall only switch on/off the appliance provided that
it has been placed or installed in its intended normal operating position and they have been given
supervision or instruction concerning use of the appliance in a safe way and understand the hazards
involved. Children aged from 3 years and less than 8 years shall not plug in, regulate and clean
the appliance or perform user maintenance. CAUTION – Some parts of this product can become
very hot and cause burns. Particular attention has to be given where children and vulnerable people
are present.
7. 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 by a responsible person concerning use of the appliance to ensure that they can use it safely.
8. Suitable for dry locations ONLY. Do not use outdoors or on wet surfaces. Do not use in bathrooms,
laundry areas or similar indoor locations. Never locate the appliance where it may fall into a bath or
other water container. Do not use or store where it may get wet or in the immediate surroundings of a
bath, a shower, or a swimming pool.
9. This appliance has hot parts inside. Do not use it in areas where petrol, paint, or flammable liquids are
used or stored or where their vapours are present. Do not use in conjunction with or directly next to an
air freshener or similar products.
10. Do not locate directly below a mains electricity supply socket.
11. Always plug directly into a wall socket. Never use with an extension cable as overloading may result in
the cable overheating and catching fire.
12. Do not handle any part of the plug or appliance with wet hands.
13. Do not use with a damaged cable or plug. If the supply cable is damaged it must be replaced by
Dyson, its service agent or similarly qualified persons in order to avoid a hazard.