Important Safety Instructions - shark APEX duo clean Powered Lift-Away AX952 Serie Instructions

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

FOR HOUSEHOLD USE ONLY • PLEASE READ CAREFULLY BEFORE USE
WARNING
To reduce the risk of injury, fire, electric shock, and property damage
resulting from improper use of the appliance, carefully observe the following
instructions� This unit contains electrical connections and moving parts that
potentially present risk to the user�
THE POWER NOZZLE, WAND,
HOSE, AND HANDLE CONTAIN
ELECTRICAL CONNECTIONS:
• There are NO serviceable parts.
• DO NOT use to vacuum any liquids.
• DO NOT immerse in water.
• DO NOT use if handle/wand/hose is
damaged, cut or punctured.
• Avoid vacuuming up sharp objects.
• Always turn off this appliance before
connecting or disconnecting either hose,
mechanical accessory, or motorized nozzle.
When using an electrical appliance,
basic precautions should always be
followed, including the following:
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Inspect power cord and plug for any
damage before use. DO NOT use vacuum
cleaner with a damaged cord or plug.
Turn off all controls before plugging in or
unplugging the vacuum cleaner. Store
your vacuum cleaner with the power cord
secured around the two cord hooks.
2 DO NOT use outdoors or on wet surfaces.
Use only on dry surfaces.
3 Unplug from electrical outlet when not in
use and before servicing.
4 If vacuum cleaner is not working as it
should, or has been dropped, damaged,
left outdoors, or immersed in water,
return it to SharkNinja Operating LLC for
examination, repair, or adjustment.
5 DO NOT pull or carry vacuum cleaner by
the cord or use the cord as a handle.
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6 DO NOT unplug by pulling on cord. Grasp
the plug, NOT the cord.
7 DO NOT handle plug or vacuum cleaner
with wet hands.
8 DO NOT run the vacuum cleaner over the
power cord, close a door on the cord, or
pull the cord around sharp corners.
9 The use of an extension cord is NOT
recommended.
10 DO NOT leave vacuum cleaner unattended
when plugged in.
11 Keep cord away from heated surfaces.
GENERAL USE
12 Use only as described in this manual.
13 Keep your work area well lit.
14 Keep the vacuum cleaner moving over
the carpet surface at all times to avoid
damaging the carpet fibers.
15 DO NOT place vacuum cleaner on
unstable surfaces such as chairs or tables.
16 DO NOT put any objects into openings.
DO NOT use with any opening blocked;
keep free of dust, lint, hair, and anything
that may reduce airflow.
17 DO NOT allow young children to operate
the appliance or use as a toy. Close
supervision is necessary when any
appliance is used near children.
18 DO NOT use unless brushroll, Soft Roller,
dust cup, and all filters are in place.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
DUST CUP/FILTERS/ACCESSORIES
Before turning on the vacuum:
19 Make sure that all filters are thoroughly dry
after routine cleaning.
20 Make sure that dust cup and all filters are in
place after routine maintenance.
21 Make sure accessories are free of
blockages.
22 Use only Shark
brand filters and
®
accessories. Using other brands will void
warranty.
HOSE ATTACHMENTS
23 DO NOT use if airflow is restricted. If the air
paths or the motorized floor nozzle become
blocked, turn the vacuum cleaner off and
unplug from electrical outlet. Remove
all obstructions before you turn on the
unit again.
24 Keep the end of the hose and accessory
openings away from face and body.
25 Keep cleaning tools and hose suction
openings away from hair, face, fingers,
uncovered feet, or loose clothing.
26 Only use manufacturer's recommended
attachments.
GENERAL CLEANING
27 DO NOT vacuum up large objects.
28 DO NOT vacuum up hard or sharp objects
such as glass, nails, screws, or coins that
could damage the vacuum cleaner.
29 DO NOT vacuum up drywall dust,
fireplace ash, or embers. DO NOT use
as an attachment to power tools for dust
collection.
30 DO NOT vacuum up smoking or burning
objects such as hot coals, cigarette butts,
or matches.
31 DO NOT vacuum up flammable or
combustible materials (e.g., lighter fluid,
gasoline, or kerosene) or use vacuum in
areas where they may be present.
32 DO NOT vacuum up toxic solutions (e.g.,
chlorine bleach, ammonia, or drain cleaner).
33 DO NOT use in an enclosed space where
vapors are present from paint, paint thinner,
moth-proofing substances, flammable dust,
or other explosive or toxic materials.
34 DO NOT vacuum up any liquids.
35 DO NOT immerse vacuum cleaner in water
or other liquids.
36 Use extra care when cleaning on stairs.
POLARIZED PLUG
To reduce the risk of electric shock, this
vacuum cleaner has a polarized plug (one blade
is wider than the other). As a safety feature,
this plug will fit into a polarized outlet only one
way. If the plug does not fit fully into the outlet,
reverse the plug. If it still does not fit, contact a
qualified electrician. DO NOT force into outlet
or try to modify to fit.
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