Are we really that stupid?
In case you needed further proof that the human race is doomed through stupidity, here are some actual label instructions on consumer goods:
On Sears hair dryer:
Do not use while sleeping.
(But if you were sleeping, how would you know?)
On a bag of Chips:
You could be a winner! No purchase necessary. Details inside.
(OK, I'll just open them...)
On a bar of Dial soap:
Directions: Use like regular soap.
(How else do you use soap?)
On some Swanson frozen dinners:
Serving suggestions: Defrost.r
(And nobody new that, right)
Printed on the bottom of Tesco Tiramisuan> dessert:
Do not turn upside down.
(To late!)
On Marks and Spencer Bread Pudding:
Product will be hot after heating.
(I sure hope so)
On packaging for a Rowenta iron:
Do not iron clothes on body.
(Someone has actually done this???)
On Boot's Children's Cough Medicine:
Do not drive a car or operate machinery after taking this medication.
(It's illegal for children to drive, isn't it?)
On Nytol Sleep Aid:
Warning: May cause drowsiness.
(If it doesn't I'm getting my money back)
On most brands of Christmas lights:
For indoor or outdoor use only.
(Were else would I put them? In the pool??)
On a Japanese food processor:
Not to be used for the other use.
(The other use is?)
On Sainsbury's peanuts:
Warning: Contains nuts.
(Well that is good)
On an American Airlines packet of nuts:
Instructions: open packet, eat nuts.
(Simply Stating what everyone should already know)
On a child's Superman costume:
Wearing of this garment does not enable you to fly.
(Oh, and people thought it did)
On a Swedish chain saw:
Do not attempt to stop chain with your hands or genitals.
(Someone has tried that! Owch!)
On a toboggan:
Beware: Sledge may develop high speed under certain snow conditions.
(That is what they are disinged to do)
On a knife sharpener:
Caution: knives are sharp.
(why else did I buy them)
On shin pads for cyclists:
Shin guards cannot protect any part of the body they do not cover.
(Who thought no-one new that?)
On a take away coffee cup:
Caution: Hot beverages are hot.
(Nice piece of information, that one)
Emergency safety procedures at a US summer camp:
In case of flood, proceed uphill. In case of flash flood proceed uphill quickly.
(Well what else would you be doing? sitting down?)
In a microwave oven manual:
Do not use for drying pets.
(I sure hope not)
On the back of a pilot's seat in a Nato aircraft:
Seat must be facing forward for take-off and landing.
(Ummm... this has put me of flying)
On the bottom of a cola bottle:
Do not open here.
(Does anyone read the bottom of the bottle?)
On a Harry Potter wizards broom:
This broom does not actually fly.
(Boo Hoo!)
On a box of aspirin:
Do not take if allergic to aspirin.
(You would have it if you were)
On a bottle of laundry detergent:
Remove clothing before distributing in washing machine
(Well isn't that what washes the clothes?)
On a muffin packet:
Remove wrapper, open mouth, insert muffin, eat.
(How big was this muffin?)
In a kettle instruction manual:
The appliance is switched on by setting the 'ON/OFF' button to the 'ON' position.
(Really, I thought it was the other way round)
On a ketchup bottle:
Instructions: Put on food.
(No, I use it as glue...)
On a bottle of rum:
Open bottle before drinking.
(Good idea)
A car park sign:
Entrance only. Do not enter.
(Where else do I get in then!)
A sign in a street in Hong Kong:
Beware of people.
(Quick a person, RUN!)
Rules on a tram in Prague:
Beware! To touch these wires is instant death. Anyone found doing so will be persecuted.
(If I'm dead I don't really care)
Sign on newly-renovated ramp entrance, USA:
Take care: new non-slip surface.
(Oh dear! It's to sticky!)
On a can of air freshener:
For use by trained personnel only.
(But they don't give you there phone number???)
On a bottle of baby lotion:r
Keep away from children.
(Well this is useless)
On a pair of socks bought in egypt:
Do not wash.
(Great I dry clean my socks anyway)
On a 500-piece jigsaw puzzle:
Some assembly required.
(Since when has no one known that?)
On a can of pepper spray used for self defense:
May irritate eyes.
(That is why I brought the stuff!)
On a Frisbee:
Warning: may contain small parts.
(Since when?)
In a car handbook:
In order to get out of car, open door, get out lock doors, and then close doors.
(Gee, that is helpful)
On a packet of cashew nut pieces:
Warning: This product may contain residue of nuts.
(Hopefully it contains nuts as well)
Directions for mosquito repellent:
Replacing battery: replace old battery with a new one.
(Yay! I never would have guessed!)
On a birthday card for a one year old:
Not suitable for children aged under 36 months or less.
(Well that card will sell really fast)
In a hotel bedroom:
Please do not turn on TV except when in use.
(Why else would we turn it on?)
In a lift in a Japanese hotel:
Push this button in case anything happens.
(Like, what?)
On a toilet cleaning brush:
Do not use orally.
(EWE!)
On a can of Spray paint:
Do not spray in your face.
(Well if you didn't no that, you know it now)
On a TV remote:
Not Dishwasher safe.
(What do people put in dishwashers?)
On a blowtorch:
Not used for drying hair.
(No, not a good idea)
On a washing machine inn a launderette:
No small children.
(Someone did this to their children???)
On a bottle of hair dye:
Do not use as Ice Cream topping.
(Speachless, someone thought it would taste good???)
On a push along lawn mower:
Not to be used as a hedge trimmer.
(Lol, some one tried that???)
On a box of fireworks:
Do not put in mouth.
(Hmmm, they do look tasty, don't they)
On the packaging for a wrist watch:
Warning this is not underwear! Do not attempt to put in pants.
(Does nobody know the meaning of wrist anymore?)
In a dishwasher manual:
Do not allow children to play in dishwasher.
(Children can fit in dishwashers really well, can't they)
On a toaster:
Do not use underwater.
(Bread gets soggy when wet, everyone knows that)
On a mattress:
Do not attempt to swallow.
(Yum! A huge Marshmellow!)
The Spell checker is not working and has mucked this up...
So any mistakes are not my fault
Friday, October 10, 2008
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2 comments:
Lol, some of those are hilarious Isabella!!
Yeah, they are pretty funny!
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