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SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
When using an electrical appliance, basic precaution should always be followed, including the following:
READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING THIS APPLIANCE
WARNING: To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, or injury:
1. Do not leave the vacuum cleaner when plugged in. Unplug from the outlet when not in use and before
servicing.
2. To reduce the risk of electric shock, do not use outdoors or on wet surfaces.
3. Use only as described in this manual. Use only manufactures recommend attachments.
4. Do not use with damaged cord or plug. If vacuum cleaner is not working as it should, has been dropped,
damaged, left outdoors, or dropped into water, take it to a service center.
5. Do not pull on the cord, carry machine by the cord, use cord as a handle, close door on cord, or pull cord
around sharp edges or corners. Do not run vacuum cleaner over cord. Keep cord away from heated
surfaces.
6. Do not unplug by pulling on cord. To unplug, grasp the plug, not the cord.
7. Do not handle plug or vacuum cleaner with wet hands.
8. Do not put any object into openings. Do not use with any opening blocked. Keep free of dust, lint, hair
and anything that may reduce airflow.
9. Keep hair, loose clothing, fingers and all parts of body away from openings and moving parts.
10. Turn all controls off before unplugging.
11. Use extra care when cleaning on stairs.
12. Do not use to pick up flammable or combustible liquids, such as gasoline, or use in areas where they
may be present.
13. Hold plug when rewinding onto cord reel. Do not allow plug to whip when rewinding.
14. Unplug before connecting the hose.
15. Do not pick up anything that is burning or smoking, such as cigarettes, matches, or hot ashes.
16. Do not use without dust bag and/or filter in place.
17. If the supply cord is damaged, it must be replaced by the manufacturer or its service agent or a similarly
qualified person in order to avoid a hazard.
18. 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 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.
