IMPORTANT SAFETY REMINDERS
(Read all instructions before using this appliance)
When using an electrical appliance, basic precaution should always be followed, including the
following:
1. To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, or injury, do not leave vacuum cleaner when
plugged in. Unplug from outlet when not in use and before cleaning and maintenance.
2. To reduce the risk of electric shock, do not use outdoors or on wet surfaces
3. Do not use if the cord or plug is damaged. If vacuum cleaner is not working as it should or
has been dropped, damaged, left outdoors, or dropped into water, call an authorized service
center.
5. Do not pull or carry through its cord or use the cord as a handle. Do not pull the cord around
sharp edges or corners or close a door on the cord. Do not run vacuum cleaner over cord. Keep
cord away from heated surfaces.
6. Do not unplug by pulling on cord. To unplug, grasp the plug, not the cord.
7. Do not handle plug or vacuum cleaner with wet hands.
8. Do not put any object into openings. Do not use with any opening blocked. Keep free of dust,
lint, hair and anything that may reduce air flow.
9. Keep hair, loose clothing, fingers and all parts of body away from openings and moving
parts.
10. Turn all controls off before unplugging.
11. Use extra care when cleaning on stairs.
12. Do not use to pick up flammable or combustible liquids such as gasoline, or use in areas
where they may be present
13. Hold plug when rewinding onto cord reel. Do not allow plug to whip when rewinding.
14. Unplug before connecting the hose.
15. Do not pick up anything that is burning or smoking, such as cigarettes, matches, or hot
ashes.
16. Do not use without dust bag and/or filter in place.
17. If the supply cord is damaged, it must be replaced by the manufacturer or its service agent or
a similarly qualified person in order to avoid a hazard.
18. This appliance is not intended for use by persons (including children) with reduced physical,
sensory or mental capabilities, or lack of experience and knowledge, unless they have been
given supervision or instruction concerning use of the appliance by a person responsible for their
safety. Children should be supervised to ensure that they do not play with the appliance.
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