Safety information_ 5Safety informationThese warnings and precautions are included in order to prevent injury to you and others, as wellas preventing any potential damage to your machine. Be sure to read and understand all of theseinstructions before using the machine.Use common sense for operating any electrical appliance and whenever using your machine.Also, follow all warnings and instructions marked on the machine and in the accompanyingliterature. After reading this section, keep it in a safe place for future reference.Important safety symbolsThis section explains the meanings of all icons and signs in the user's guide. These safety symbols are inorder, according to the degree of danger.Explanation of all icons and signs used in the user’s guide:Operating environmentWarningWarning Hazards or unsafe practices that may result in severe personal injury or death.Caution Hazards or unsafe practices that may result in minor personal injury or propertydamage.Do not attempt.Do not disassemble.Do not touch.Unplug the power cord from the wall socket.Make sure the machine is grounded to prevent electric shock.Call the service center for help.Follow directions explicitly.Do not use if the power cord isdamaged or if the electrical outlet isnot grounded.► This could result in electric shockor fire.Do not bend, or place heavy objectson the power cord.► Stepping on or allowing the powercord to be crushed by a heavy objectcould result in electric shock or fire.Do not place anything on top of themachine (water, small metal orheavy objects, candles, litcigarrettes, etc.).► This could result in electric shockor fire.Do not remove the plug by pulling onthe cord; do not handle the plug withwet hands.► This could result in electric shockor fire.