Black+Decker WV1450, Original Instructions Manual

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ENGLISH
(Original instructions)
• Do not block the vents of the appliance.
• Avoid inhaling dust when emptying the appliance or the
dust bag.
• Always keep the brush, crevice tool and other
accessories away from the body whilst the unit is in
operation.
• Always empty the product outside.
• Use extra care when cleaning stairs, use caution when
vacuuming at the top of stairs, near children, etc.
• Always be aware of the position of the power cable and
hose so as to avoid a tripping hazard during use.
• Keep the motor exhaust away from eyes and faces.
• Keep children and animals at a safe distance when
using this appliance.
• If liquid escapes from the machine, switch off
immediately
• Do not leave vacuum when plugged in. Unplug from
outlet when not in use and before servicing.
• To reduce the risk of electric shock, do not expose to
rain-store indoors.
• Use only as described in this manual. Use only
Manufacturer’ s recommended attachments.
• Do not use with damaged cord or plug. If vacuum is not
working as it should, has been dropped, damaged, or
dropped into water, return it to a service center.
• Do not pull or carry by cord, use cord as a handle, close
a door on cord or pull cord around sharp edges or
corners.
• Do not run vacuum 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 vacuum with wet hands.
• Do not put any object into openings. Do not use with
any openings blocked.
• Keep hair, loose clothing, fingers and all parts of body
away from openings and moving parts.
• Turn off all controls before unplugging.
• Do not use to pick up flammable or combustible liquids
such as gasoline or use in areas where they may be
present.
• To avoid spontaneous combustion, empty tank after
each use.
• Do not pick up anything that is burning or smoking, such
as cigarettes, matches, or hot ashes.
• Do not use without dust bag and/or filter in place.
• To reduce the risk of the electric shock. Make sure the
plug is dry and do not operate with wet hands.
• Do not run vacuum unattended.
• Take care not to trap fingers when adjusting the brush
position .
• Always work from bottom up when using the appliance
on stairs, and keep the appliance at least a stair below
your working position.
• Do not use the appliance without the suction head or
another suitable accessory mounted to the tube.
• Keep your hair, clothing and gloves away from moving
parts.
• Do not use damaged accessories.
• Use only BLACK+DECKER accessories.
• Do not use the appliance on animals.
• Disconnect the product from the electrical supply before
emptying, cleaning or carrying out any maintenance on
the appliance.
Safety of others
• 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 the 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.
Electrical safety
This appliance is double insulated; therefore no
earth wire is required. Always check that the power
supply corresponds to the voltage on the rating
plate.
Power plugs must match the outlet. Never modify the plug in
any way. Unmodified plugs and matching outlets will reduce
risk of electric shock.
• If the supply cord is damaged, it must be replaced by the
manufacturer or an authorised BLACK+DECKER Service
Centre in order to avoid a hazard.