11. A fireplace contains hot and/or glowing and sparking components. Do not,
therefore, use where fuels, paint, flammable fluids and/or gases are stored.
12. Never place the fireplace nearby, under or facing a socket or in the vicinity of an
open fire or heat source.
13. Do not use the fireplace nearby or facing furniture, animals, curtains, paper,
clothing, bedding or other flammable materials. Keep at least 1 metre from the
fireplace!
14. Never cover the fireplace! Inlet and outlet openings should never be blocked as
this may pose a fire risk. Never use the fireplace to dry clothing or place anything
on it.
15. Air around the fireplace must be able to circulate freely. Do not place the device
with the front and sides near to walls or large objects and never under a shelf,
cupboard or similar.
16. Prevent foreign objects entering ventilation or outlet openings on the fireplace.
This may cause electric shock, fire or damage.
17. Never leave a working fireplace unattended but switch off and then remove the
plug from the socket. Always remove the plug from the socket if the fireplace is
not in use! Remove plug by pulling on the plug itself; never pull on the cord!
18. Always switch the fireplace off, remove plug from socket and let the fireplace cool
down before you:
- clean the fireplace
- carry out maintenance on the fireplace
- touch or move the fireplace
19. The fireplace gets hot during use. In order to avoid burns, never touch the hot
surfaces with bare hands!
20. Do not use a timer or similar to switch the fireplace on automatically. You must
always check for safe conditions before using the fireplace!
21. Make sure there is close supervision if this device is used when there are
children, incapacitated person or pets present. Do not allow children to play with
the device. This device is not suitable to be operated by children or those
with physical, sensory or mental disabilities or by anyone who does not have
knowledge about or experience with the device.
22. Keep the fireplace clean. Dust, dirt and/or deposits in the fireplace often lead to
overheating. Ensure that this type of build-up is regularly removed. Do not use
aggressive products or metal scourers for cleaning the device as this will damage
the housing and parts of the metal may find their way into the electrical parts and
lead to short circuiting.
23. Never switch the device on if you have noticed damage to the device itself, the
cable or plug or if it does not work properly, has fallen or shows any other signs
of failure. Take the entire device back to your supplier or a recognised electrician
to be checked and/or repaired. Always ask for original parts to be used.
24. Do not lift the fireplace using the glass plate.
25. Do not use accessories that have not been supplied or approved by the
manufacturer.
26. The bulbs are the only parts of this device that the user may replace themselves.
Any other repairs to the fireplace, cable or plug must always be carried out by
qualified personnel. Repairs that have not been carried out correctly may pose a
risk!