1.- IMPORTANT INFORMATION
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Read these instructions carefully before installing or using this heater for the first time. The
guarantee will not cover damage caused by not following these instructions.
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The instructions should be retained for future reference. This guide must be kept and given to
any new owner.
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This appliance is designed for domestic use only.
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The installation must be carried out by trained personnel and in accordance with the current
electrical regulations.
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This appliance can be used by children aged from 8 years and above and persons with reduced
physical, sensory or mental capabilities or lack of experience and knowledge if they have been
given supervision or instruction concerning the use of the appliance in a safe way and
understand the hazards involved. Children must not play with the appliance. Cleaning and user
maintenance must not be made by children without supervision.
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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.
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Children of less than 3 years should be kept away unless continuously supervised.
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Dielectric hoses must be installed both in water inlet and water outlet. The guarantee will not
cover damage caused if dielectric hoses are not fitted.
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The use of this water heater is forbidden in areas where gases, explosive or inflammable
substances are present.
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Ensure the power supply to the socket into which the appliance is plugged is in accordance with
the rating label on the heater.
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This appliance must be earthed.
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Keep the power cable away from the hot body of the electric water heater.
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Do not let the cable hang over the edge of a table or counter or let it come into contact with any
hot surfaces.
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The improper handling can cause injuries.
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Do not pull on the connection cord, but rather on the plug, to separate the appliance from the
mains.
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Do not use extension cable. This could overheat and cause fires.
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Never touch the appliance with wet or humid hands or barefoot.
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The water heater must be disconnected during installation and cleaning.
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The water heater should not be located in front of, or under an electrical socket.
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The water heater should be positioned so the controls cannot be used when using the shower
or bath.
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The location of the water heater should not be close to curtains or other inflammable articles.
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It is important to maintain a minimum distance of 80 cm between the water heater and curtains,
or any other combustible materials.
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Never dismantle the components of the water heater or replace the components with the ones
that do not meet the safety requirements. If the supply cord is damaged, it must be replaced by
the manufacturer or its service agents or a similarly qualified person in order to avoid a hazard.
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The presences in the atmosphere of tobacco smoke or atmospheric pollution can, with time,
discolour the heater surface.
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Do not use outdoor.
