Intended Use; Package Contents; Safety Instructions - Conrad 40 48 18 Bedienungsanleitung

O P E R A T I N G I N S T R U C T I O N S
6-fold multiple outlet strip
with foot switch
Item no. 40 48 18

Intended Use

The multiple outlet strip provides a total of six sockets to which appropriate consumer loads
can be connected. Five sockets can be switched on or off easily and comfortably using the foot
switch. One socket provides the continuous current.
The outlet strip should be connected to an earthed mains socket; the mains voltage should be
230 V/AC, 50 Hz.
The total power input of all consumer loads must not exceed 3680 W.
The product may only be used in dry, enclosed spaces.
Always observe the safety instructions included in these operating instructions. Read the oper-
ating manual carefully; keep it in a safe place and/or pass it on to other users of the outlet strip.
Any use other than that described above could lead to damage to this product and involves
the risk of short circuits, fi re, electric shock, etc. No part of the product may be modifi ed or
converted!
This product complies with the applicable national and European requirements. All names of
companies and products are the trademarks of the respective owners. All rights reserved.

Package Contents

• Outlet strip
• Operating instructions
Explanation of Symbols, Inscriptions
This symbol indicates a health hazard, e.g. electric shock.
The icon with an exclamation mark indicates particular hazards associated with han-
dling, function or operation.
The "Hand" symbol indicates special tips and operating information.
The product is suitable only for installation and use in dry interiors; it may not be-
come moist or damp.
Observe the operating instructions!

Safety Instructions

The warranty will be void in the event of damage caused by failure to observe
these safety instructions! We do not assume any liability for any resulting
damage!
We shall not accept liability for damage to property or personal injury caused
by incorrect handling or non-compliance with the safety instructions! The
warranty will be void in such cases!
a) General
• The unauthorised conversion and/or modifi cation of the product is not permitted
for safety and approval reasons (CE). Do not open/disassemble! Contains no
customer-serviceable parts.
Maintenance, adjustment or repair work may only be carried out by an expert/au-
thorised service centre, which is familiar with the hazards involved and the relevant
regulations.
• The product is designed according to Protection Class I. It may only be used when
connected to an earthed mains socket.
The outlet must be located in direct proximity to the device and easily accessible.
• The outlet strip is equipped with a child safety device. Only when the prongs of
a power plug are placed in both openings of the socket at the same time will the
mechanism release the opening.
Even so, be especially careful if children are around. Children cannot realise the
danger arising from the incorrect use of electrical devices. There is a life-threaten-
ing hazard through an electric shock!
The product is not a toy and should be kept out of the reach of children. Position
the product so it is out of the reach of children.
• Do not carelessly leave the packaging material lying around since this may be-
come a dangerous toy for children.
• Handle the product with care; it can be damaged by impacts, blows, or accidental
falls, even from a low height.
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b) Installation location
• The product may be used in dry, enclosed indoor areas only; it must not get damp
or wet! Never set up the product in the direct vicinity of a bathroom, shower, bath-
tub or similar. There is a life-threatening hazard through an electric shock!
• The product must not be exposed to extreme temperature, direct sunlight or strong
vibrations.
• Completely unwind the mains cable during use. The power cable must not be
pinched or damaged by contact with sharp edges. Do not place any objects on the
cable, and do not allow it to become kinked. Install the cable where no one can
stumble over it and the plug is easily accessible. Do not install the mains cable
under carpets or the like.
• Do not operate the device in environments where there are high levels of dust,
fl ammable gases, vapours or solvents. There is a danger of fi re and explosion!
c) Handling and Use
• Never touch, operate, plug in or unplug, the product with damp or wet hands.
There is a life-threatening hazard through an electric shock!
• Never connect the product to the power supply immediately after it has been trans-
ferred from a cold room into a warm one (e.g. during transport). The condensation
that develops in such cases could damage the device or cause an electric shock!
Allow the product to reach room temperature. Wait until the condensation has
evaporated. This might take several hours. Only after this should the product be
plugged in to the power supply and put into use.
• Always pull a mains plug on the gripping surface intended for this purpose. Never
unplug the mains plug from a mains socket by pulling the cable!
• Do not overload the outlet strip. Observe the connected load in the chapter "Tech-
nical Data".
• Do not connect in series! This can lead to an overloading of the outlet strip! There
is a risk of fi re!
Plug the earthed mains plug of the outlet strip directly e.g. into a wall socket. Do
not connect other outlet strips to this outlet strip.
• Do not operate while covered! At higher connected loads, the outlet strip and the
connecting cable become warm, which can lead to overheating and potentially a
fi re if covered!
• Current-free only when the plug is withdrawn!
• Do not use the product when it is damaged (e.g. housing, mains cable, mains
switch). There is a life-threatening hazard through an electric shock!
In this case, dispose of the product in an environmentally correct manner.
Safe operation can no longer be assumed if:
- the device shows visible signs of damage,
- the product does not work at all or works poorly (leaking smoke or a smell of
burning, audible cracking noises, discolouration to the product or the adjacent
surfaces)
- the product was stored under unfavourable conditions
- it was exposed to heavy loads during transport
• Use the product only in a temperate climate, never in a tropical climate.
• Always pull the mains plug out of the mains socket before cleaning the outlet strip
or when the device will not be in use for a long time.
• Never pour any liquids above or next to the product. You run the risk of causing
a fi re or a fatal electric shock. If any liquid has still managed to enter the device,
immediately turn off the power supply to the mains socket at which the outlet strip
is connected (turn off the fuse/circuit breaker/residual current operated circuit
breaker of the associated circuits). Only then can you unplug the mains plug of the
outlet strip from the mains socket and contact a specialist. Do not use the product
anymore.
• In commercial institutions, the accident prevention regulations of the Employer's
Liability Insurance Association for Electrical Systems and Operating Facilities must
be observed!
• If you have any questions that are not answered in this manual, please contact our
technical service or another specialist.