Miele HS11 Instructions D'utilisation page 8

en-US - IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
When vacuuming fine dust, e.g., sawdust, sand, plaster,
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flour, talcum powder, etc., electrostatic charges build up
naturally. Under certain conditions these charges will be
released. To avoid the unpleasant effects of these dis‐
charges, a metal inlay has been incorporated into the un‐
derside of the handle. Please make sure that you keep
your hand in constant contact with this metal strip during
vacuuming.
Do not let the vacuum cleaner get wet. Clean only with a
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dry cloth or slightly damp cloth when disconnected from
the mains supply.
Repairs should only be carried out by a Miele-author‐
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ized service technician. Repairs and other work by unqua‐
lified persons can cause considerable danger to users.
Proper use
To avoid the risk of damage, do not use the vacuum
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cleaner without the FilterBag, dust compartment filter and
exhaust filter in place.
The dust compartment cover will not close without a Fil‐
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terBag inserted. Do not force it.
Do not vacuum up anything which has been burning or
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is still glowing, e.g., cigarettes, ashes or hot ash, whether
glowing or apparently extinguished.
Do not use the vacuum cleaner to vacuum up any water,
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liquid or damp dirt. Wait until any freshly cleaned or sham‐
pooed rugs or carpets are completely dry before attempt‐
ing to vacuum.
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