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When using an electrical appliance, basic precautions should always be followed, read all instructions before using.
! WARNING ! To reduce risk of fi re, electric shock, or injury:
• Keep children and unauthorized persons away from the machine when in use.
• This machine is not intended for use by persons (including children) with a lack of experience and knowledge, unless they
have been given supervision or instruction concerning use of the machine by a person responsible for their safety.
• Do not leave the machine when it is plugged in. Unplug the unit from the outlet when not in use & before servicing.
• To avoid electric shock, do not expose machine to rain. Store indoors.
• Do not allow to be used as a toy. Close attention is necessary when used by or near children.
• Use only as described in this manual. Use only manufacturer’s recommended attachments.
• Do not use with damaged cord or plug. If machine is not working as it should return it to a service center for inspection.
• Do not pull or carry by cord, use cord as a handle, close a door on a cord, or pull cord around sharp edges or corners. Do
not run machine over cord. Keep cord away from heated surfaces.
• Do not unplug by pulling on cord. To unplug, grasp the plug, not the cord.
• Do not handle plug or machine with wet hands.
• Do not put any foreign object into openings. Do not use with any opening blocked; keep free of dust, lint, hair, & anything
that may reduce airfl ow.
• Keep hair, loose clothing, fi ngers, & all parts of body away from openings & moving parts.
• Turn off all controls before unplugging.
• Do not use in or around fl ammable or combustible liquids such as gasoline or use in areas where they may be present.
GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS
This machine must be grounded. If it should electrically malfunction, grounding provides a path of least resistance for electric
current to reduce the risk of electric shock. This machine is equipped with a cord having an equipment-grounding conductor &
grounding plug. The plug must be plugged into an appropriate outlet that is properly installed & grounded in accordance with
all local codes & ordinances.
! DANGER !
Improper connection of the equipment-grounding conductor can result in a risk of electric shock. Check with a qualifi ed electri-
cian or service person if you are in doubt as to whether the outlet is properly grounded. Do not modify the plug provided with
the machine. If plug will not fi t the outlet, have a proper outlet installed by a qualifi ed electrician.
Replace the plug if the grounding pin is damaged or broken.
Extension cords connected to this machine should be 12 gauge, 3-wire cords with 3- prong plugs & outlets. DO NOT use exten-
sion cords more than 50 feet long.
! WARNING !
The replacement or repair of damaged wiring should only be performed by a qualifi ed electrician or service engineer from the
original distributor or authorized service agent.
GENERAL SAFETY INFORMATION
