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2. SAFETY
2.1.General
Please read the instructions, in particular, the
“Safety” section, before you start using the
KarhiaPro machine. Knowledge of the instruc-
tions helps protect you against dangerous situ-
ations and helps you use the machine correctly.
Keep the instructions for future reference. If
you give the machine to someone else, give
them the instructions, too.
2.2. Intended use
The KarhiaPro should only be used for stripping
wire-coated dogs. The machine has been devel-
oped for professional groomers. When the
safety instructions are followed, the machine is
suitable for home use.
2.3. Operating environment
The KarhiaPro can be used in a normal groom-
ing shop environment or at home. The permit-
ted operating temperature is b5° and
+35° Celsius.
2.4.Safety instructions
•
Do not allow the machine, hose, adapter,
KarhiaTube container or transformer to get
wet. If any of these parts comes into contact
with water or any other liquid, disconnect it
from the mains immediately. Send the ma-
chine (or the wet part) to the manufacturer
for inspection before attempting to use it
again.
•
The machine may not be connected to any
power source other than the power source
supplied with the device. If the power supply
breaks down after the warranty period, you
can buy a new one in the Karhia online store.
•
Do not use the machine in the bath or show-
er.
•
Do not allow the machine to fall into water or
other liquids
•
Do not store the machine in a place where it
may fall into water or other liquids.
•
Do not open the housing of the machine.
•
Turn the device o
ff
and disconnect the plug
from the mains while you are cleaning or
maintaining it.
•
Never leave a turned on electrical device
unattended.
•
Unplug the machine from the mains immedi-
ately after use.
•
Unplug the machine from the mains before
cleaning or removing and replacing parts.
•
Do not allow the machine to be used by chil-
dren or persons with limited physical or
mental ability.
•
Use the machine only for the purposes stated
in the instructions.
•
Do not use the machine without the hood
and comb attachment.
•
Do not use the machine if any part is broken
or damaged.
•
If the sound level or vibration of the machine
changes unexpectedly and signi
fi
cantly, do
not use the machine.
•
Dispose of an unusable machine or a part of
it in accordance with o
ffi
cial regulations.
•
Do not leave the machine or parts of it on a
hot surface.
•
Do not drop or insert anything into the slots
on the machine.
•
The machine turns o
ff
if something larger
than usual is placed in the slots.
•
Nothing may be placed on the hose. Do not
step on it.
•
The machine may not be used without suc-
tion (suction attachment), as hairs might clog
up the machine, or the machine might over-
heat.
•
If you notice that the machine engine or belt
package has heated up considerably, stop
using the machine. Wait 5 minutes before
touching the belt package.
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