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SAFETY AND SET-UP ________________________
Please read this instruction manual thoroughly
prior to using this appliance! Follow all safety
instructions in order to avoid damages due to
improper use!
Keep the instruction manual for future reference.
Should this appliance be given to a third party,
then this instruction manual must also be handed
over.
■The appliance is designed for domestic use
only. Do not use the appliance for anything
other than its intended use, which is the mea-
surement of body weight.
■Do not use the appliance on a carpet or rug.
■Always use the appliance on an even, hard
floor. This ensures constant measurements.
■Do not use the appliance with wet feet or
when the bamboo surface is damp or wet.
■Always make sure that the appliance does not
tip over, as there is a risk of injury.
■Never use the appliance outdoors.
■Do not continue to use the appliance if a
malfunction occurs.
■Do not continue to use the appliance, if it is
dropped or if there are any cracks or chips on
the surface.
■Do not place any objects on the surface.
■Never jump on or off the appliance.
■If the appliance is being used in the bath-
room, it should never come into contact with
water.
■Do not immerse the appliance in water or
in other liquids; do not hold it under running
water.
■Do not expose the appliance to direct
sunlight, high temperatures or constantly high
humidity.
■Keep the appliance away from children.
■This appliance can be used by children aged
from 8 years and above and persons with
reduced physical, sensory or mental capabili-
ties or lack of experience and knowledge if
they have been given supervision or instruc-
tion concerning use of the appliance in a safe
way and understand the hazards involved.
Children shall not play with the appliance.
Cleaning and user maintenance shall not be
made by children without supervision.
■Never use the appliance if it is visibly dam-
aged.
■Our GRUNDIG Household Appliances meet
applicable safety standards, thus if the ap-
pliance is damaged, it must be repaired or
replaced by the dealer, a service centre or
a similarly qualified and authorized person
to avoid any dangers. Faulty or unqualified
repair work may cause danger and risks for
the user.
■Do not dismantle the appliance under any cir-
cumstances. No warranty claims are accepted
for damages caused by improper handling.
■To clean the appliance, please see details
in the “Cleaning and Care” section. Dry the
appliance after cleaning it.
■Never operate or place this appliance on
or near to hot surfaces such as gas burner,
electric burner or heated oven.
■Never use the appliance in or near to the
places where combustible or inflammable
materials exist.
■Do not overload this appliance.
■If this appliance functions improperly, try to
reset it by removing the batteries for a short
time or replacing them.
■Only use high quality batteries. Low quality
batteries could leak and result in damages to
the appliance.