Skaldo - Heated blanket/cushion ARDES - Free user manual and instructions

Frequently Asked Questions - Skaldo ARDES

USER MANUAL Skaldo ARDES

This appliance may be used by children 8 years of age and older and people with reduced physical, sensory or mental capacities or with a lack of experience and knowledge if they are adequately supervised or have been instructed on the safe use of the appliance and are aware of the related dangers.

Children must not play with the appliance.

Cleaning and maintenance must not be performed by children unless they are under supervision.

Warnings

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Keep handy the guarantee, receipt of payment and these instructions for future use and reference.

After removing the packaging, check the appliance for any signs of damage.

In case of visible damage, do not use it and contact a qualified technician. Keep all parts of the packaging out of the reach of children. This appliance is not a children's toy: it is an electrical device and must be treated with the necessary caution.

Before connecting the appliance, make sure that the power supply voltage matches the indication on the data plate.

If the plug and socket are not compatible, replace the socket with a suitable type, applying to skilled people.

Do not use adapters or extension cables which do not meet current safety standards or that exceed the current carrying capacity limits.

When you don't use the appliance disconnect it from the power supply.

Disconnect the appliance before going to bed.

Do not tug on the power cable or the appliance itself to remove the plug from the socket.

In the event of a breakdown, operating anomaly, tripped fuse or tripped protective thermal fuse, unplug the appliance immediately and contact an authorized service centre; do not attempt to repair the appliance yourself. If the power cable gets damaged, it has to be replaced only in a service centre approved by the manufacturer.

The appliance has been designed and manufactured to operate as a heating pad. Any other use is considered inappropriate and therefore dangerous.

Use the equipment only with the type of control device indicated on the equipment itself.

For the sake of safety, never open the pad or the control: there are no parts inside that require servicing.

Do not use it for persons who are helpless, insensitive to heat, or for small children.

Prolonged application at high temperature may burn the skin.

Do not place the control unit near sources of heat. Do not cover the control unit or place it on top of the appliance while it is in use.

Do not use the appliance out of doors.

Do not use if damp or wet.

Do not allow children to play with the equipment.

Children under the age of 3 must not use this equipment due to their inability to react to overheating.

The equipment must not be used by children, unless a parent or a supervisor has pre-set the control devices or the child has been adequately trained on safe use of the control unit. Prolonged application with the equipment adjusted on high may cause burns on the skin.

Do not use on invalids, infants or people sensitive to heat or very vulnerable people unable to react to overheating.

Use the equipment only with the type of control device indicated on the equipment itself. The equipment must not be used by children, unless a parent or a supervisor has pre-set the control devices or the child has been adequately trained on safe use of the control unit. This appliance is not meant for hospital use.

READ THIS INSTRUCTIONS CAREFULLY.

DO NOT USE 0-3 YEARS

DO NOT USE IT FOLDED UP. DO NOT USE IT WHEN IT IS WRINKLED

DO NOT USE PINS

Technical informations

1 - Heating Pad.
2 - 6 temperatures switch

This product has been manufactured in conformity to current 2006/95/ EC and 2004/108/EC

Technical data indicated on the appliance.

Instructions for use

Connect the power cord plug to the heating pad and then plug the heating pad into the mains socket.

Turn on the heating pad by pressing the ON-OFF key and keeping it pressed for a few seconds. The device will turn on automatically in position 3 with a 45-minute operation setting.

To change the heating position, press the TEMP key repeatedly until you reach the desired level, which can be set from 1 to 6.

To change the operating time from 45 to 90 minutes, press the TIMER key.

When using the heating pad for the first time, it is recommended to let it work for 10 minutes on position 6 as preheating and, in case of long

utilisation periods, to set it on 1 in order to avoid any overheating. If symbol P appears on the display, check for proper cable connection of both the panel and the mains socket, while if the symbol E appears, it means that the heating pad is broken.

Maintenance

The pad does not require special maintenance. Just check it, the flex and the control regularly for any signs of wear or damage.

If you notice any such signs or if the appliance has been misused, take it to a service centre for an inspection before using it again.

NEVER IMMERSE THE APPLIANCE AND THE CONTROL UNIT IN WATER.

Store the appliance in its original packaging in a clean, dry location when not in use. Do not place heavy items on top of it.

Allow the appliance to cool completely before folding it for storage.

Do not place items on top of the appliance while in storage to prevent it from becoming creased or misshapen.

For the cleaning of the panel and covers, follow the instructions below which are also provided on the appliance.

Heating pane.

If the heating panel accidentally gets wet, do not operate it until it has dried completely.

DO NOT DRY CLEAN

DO NOT TUMBLE DRY

WASH AT 40^ (MAX)

MAX 40^

DO NOT BLEACH

TUMBLE DRY-LOW HEAT

NOTIRON

DO NOT WRING

INSTRUCTIONS IMPORTANTES. À CONSERVER POUR TOUT AUTRE CONSULTATION.

Characteristicas techniques

Panel de calefaction:

Terms and Conditions

The guarantee is valid for 24 months.

This guarantee applies only if it has been duly filled in and is submitted with the receipt showing the date of purchase.

The guarantee covers the replacement or repair of parts making up the appliance which were faulty at source due to manufacturing faults.

After the guarantee has expired, the appliance will be repaired against payment.

The manufacturer declines any responsibility for damage to persons, animals or property due to misuse of the appliance and failure to observe the directions contained in the instructions.

Limits

All rights under this guarantee and any responsibility on our part will be avoided if the appliance has been:

• mishandled by unauthorized persons

• improperly used, stored or transported

The guarantee does not cover damage to the outward appearance or any other that does not prevent regular operation.

If any faults should be found despite the care taken in selecting the materials and in creating the product, or if any information or advice are required, please contact your local dealer.

USER INFORMATION

pursuant to art. 26 of Italian Legislative Decree no. 49 of 2 April 2014

"Implementation of Directive 2012/19/EU on Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment (WEEE)", pertaining to reduced use of hazardous substances in electrical and electronic equipment, as well as to waste disposal".

The symbol of the crossed-out wheeie bin on the equipment or on its packaging indicates that the product must be disposed of separately from other waste at the end of its service life.

The user must therefore take the dismissed equipment to suitable separate collection centres for electrical and electronic waste, or return it to the dealer in case they purchase a new device of equivalent type, at a one-to-one-ratio.

Suitable segregated collection of the equipment for subsequent recycling, treatment or environmentally-friendly disposal helps prevent damage to the environment and to human health, and encourages the re-use and/or recycling of the materials that make up the equipment.

Abusive disposal of the product by the user shall result in the application of administrative fines in accordance with the laws in force.

Conditions