safety information
IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS
1. Read all instructions carefully. Before switching on, make sure that the
voltage of your electricity supply is the same as that indicated on the
rating plate on the bottom of the cleaner.
2. WARNING : Do not use the vacuum cleaner when rug or fl oor is wet.
3. Close supervision is necessary when any appliance is used by or
near children. Do not allow the vacuum cleaner to be used as a toy.
Do not allow the vacuum cleaner to run unattended at any time.
Use the vacuum cleaner only for its intended use as described in
these instructions.
4. Do not use the vacuum cleaner without a dust bin.
Empty the dust bin before it is full in order to maintain the best
effi ciency.
5. Do not use the vacuum cleaner to pick up matches, live ashes or
cigarette butts.
Keep the vacuum cleaner away from stoves and other heat sources.
Heat can deform and discolour the plastic parts of the unit.
6. Avoid picking up hard, sharp objects with the vacuum cleaner as
they may damage the cleaner parts.
Do not stand on the hose assembly.
Do not put weight on the hose. Do not block the suction or the
exhaust port.
7. Switch the vacuum cleaner off on the body of the machine before
unplugging from the electrical outlet. Disconnect the plug from the
electrical outlet before emptying the dust bin.
To avoid damage, please remove the plug by grasping the plug itself,
not by pulling on the cord.
8. This appliance can be used by children aged from 8 years and above
and persons with reduced physical, sensory or mental capabilities
or lack of experience and knowledge if they have been given
supervision or instruction concerning use of the appliance in a safe
way and understand the hazards involved.
Do not use to suck up water.
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