Maxima ATHENA 6, Use Manual

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SAFETY RULES AND CAUTIONS

•  Do not open the safety plug when the boiler is on or when it is still under pressure.
•  Do not fill the boiler tank with detergent or disinfecting products.
•  Do not turn the device upside down (the solenoid valve may get clogged).
•  Do not suck flammable materials, explosives, concrete, gypsum or any other material which 

might create a dangerous mixture.

•  If substances such as: wine, alcohol, ammonia, detergents or corrosive products are sucked, the 

lower drum might be damaged. We recommend  empting and rinsing it well.

•  When suction is on level 5 (EXTRA POWER), use a proper ear protection.
•  Make sure the surfaces and the parts to be cleaned can withstand the steam (at the beginning 

we recommend using the steam on small surfaces).

•  Do not use steam on velvet, satin and leather.
•  Before connecting your device, check that the voltage corresponds to the one written on the 

technical plate (220/230V).

•  Do not use the appliance near people not wearing safety clothings.
 

WARNING: high power jets can be dangerous if used improperly. Never direct the jet towards 

people, animals, electrically powered appliances or towards the appliance itself.

•  Never direct the jet towards yourself or other people for cleaning clothes and shoes.
•  Use this device only for the functions it is conceived for.
•  Disconnect the power supply before carring out the maintenance operations.
•  To disconnect the device, pull only the plug, never the cable.
•  Be careful that the supply cable does not touch hot surfaces.
•  Never use the device if the feeding cable or its other important parts are damaged for example, 

safety devices, high pressure flexible tubes, handle with controls.

•  To avoid any risks of being electrocuted, do not disassemble it.
•  Avoid connecting more powerful household appliances to the same electric circuit.
•  If an extension cable is needed, make sure it is provided with earth; the plug and the socket 

must be watertight.

WARNING: unsuitable extension cables can be dangerous.

•  Use an outlet provided with earth. 
•  Do not plunge the device into the water and do not use it in case of rain or snow.
•  Do not sprinkle or wash the appliance.
•  The appliance must be used neither by children nor by unskilled staff.
•  Do not let the connected device be unguarded.
•  Remember to disconnect the device before any cleaning or maintenance operation and at the 

end of every use.

•  Let the device cool down before putting it back.
•  Empty and rinse the lower drum after any use.
•  For any repair, take the device to an authorised technical service.
•  To ensure the safety of the appliance, use original spare parts supplied or approved by the 

manufacturer only.  WARNING : hoses, accessories and connections are important for the safety 
of the appliance; use parts recommended by the manufacturer only.

Any intervention carried out by non-authorised make the warranty forfeit. 

The manufacturer is not to be held responsible for any failure due to incorrect use and maintenance.