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General Safety Information
FOR HOUSEHOLD USE ONLY.
When using the vacuum cleaner, basic safety precautions
should always be observed, including the following:
1.
Only use the vacuum cleaner indoors on dry
surfaces.
2.
Turn off the vacuum cleaner controls before
disconnecting or connecting from the mains supply.
3.
Always turn off the vacuum cleaner before
connecting or disconnecting the vacuum
4.
Children should be supervised to ensure that they
do not play with the appliance.
5.
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.
6.
Use only as described in this manual. Use only
recommended attachments.
7.
Do not use the vacuum cleaner if it has been
dropped, damaged, left outdoors or dropped into
water.
13.
Do not vacuum up harmful or toxic material
(chlorine, bleach, ammonia, drain cleaner etc.).
14.
Do not vacuum up hard or sharp objects such as
glass, nails, screws, coins, etc.
15.
Do not use without ALL of the filters in place.
16.
Take extra care when vacuuming on stairs.
17.
Keep vacuuming area well lit.
18.
Store the vacuum cleaner in a cool, dry area.
1 9. Turn off the on/off switch before unplugging the
vacuum cleaner
20.
Use only SAA-approved 10 amp extension cords.
Non-approved cords may overheat. Care should
be taken to arrange the cord so that the cord
cannot be tripped over.
WARNING:
Always switch off the vacuum
cleaner assembling, opening or emptying
the dirt container, or before connecting/
disconnecting the attachments.
!
This vacuum cleaner is intended for household use
only and NOT for commercial or industrial use.
PLEASE KEEP INSTRUCTIONS FOR FURTHER USE.
IMPORTANT:
Washing filters improves vacuum
performance. We recommend that they should
be checked and cleaned periodically (depending on the level
of use). Make sure all filters are completely dry before
inserting back into the vacuum cleaner.
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8.
Do not handle the plug or vacuum cleaner with wet
hands. Do not use outdoors or on wet surfaces.
9.
Do not put any objects into openings. Do not use
with any openings blocked and do not restrict air-
flow. Keep all openings free of dust, lint, hair or
anything that might reduce airflow.
10.
Keep hair, loose clothing, fingers and all parts of
the body away from openings and moving parts.
11 .
Do not pick up hot coals, cigarette butts, matches
or any hot, smoking or burning objects.
12.
Do not pick up flammable or combustible
materials (lighter fluid, petrol, kerosene etc.) or use
in the presence of explosive liquids or vapours.
If the supply cord is damaged, it must
be replaced by the manufacturer, its service agent
or similarly qualified persons in order to avoid a hazard.
General Safety Information
