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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
• Only plug the appliance into a properly
installed plug socket. Do not use a multiple
socket outlet or an extension cable.
• The voltage stated on the specification plate of
the appliance must match the voltage of your
mains supply.
• Please ensure when using the appliance that the
power cable cannot pose a tripping hazard.
• Keep the appliance, power cable and plug
away from hot surfaces, open flames and sharp
edges. When using the appliance, please make
sure that the cable does not become stuck (e.g.
in doors), and do not pull the vacuum cleaner
using the power cable.
• Never touch the appliance, power cable or plug
with wet or damp hands.
• Never submerge the appliance, power cable
or plug in water or other liquids. Danger of
electrocution and death!
• When unplugging the appliance, always grip
the plug and not the power cable.
• The appliances are only suitable for cleaning
dry, indoor surfaces. Do not use the appliances
outdoors or on wet surfaces.
• Do not use the appliance near sources of heat
or near an open fire.
• Do not leave the appliance unattended while in
use or while still plugged into the power supply.
• Do not use the appliance on people or animals.
Danger of injury!
• When using the appliance, please keep hair,
loose clothing and all parts of your body away
from any openings in the appliance and away
from moving parts.
• The appliances must not be used to vacuuming
the following materials:
• Shards of glass or other objects with sharp
edges or points
• Large burning or smoking objects
• Hot ashes, soot, cigarettes or chemicals
• Stone dust, plaster, cement or other similar
fine powders
• Foam, water or other fluids
• Do not operate the appliances if the dust
container or the dust filter insert are not in
place or if these parts show signs of damage.
The appliances should not be used without the
correctly fitted filter.
• Do not use the appliances in an environment
where there are flammable gasses, fluids or
dust. Danger of fire!
• Do not insert any objects or parts of the body
into the appliance openings. Please ensure that
the openings do not become blocked by any
objects or dirt particles. A blocked opening
can cause the motor to overheat and can cause
damage to the motor as a result.
• Always use the carry handle to carry the
appliance. Never use the power cable.
• Do not operate the appliances on uneven
surfaces and make sure that the appliances do
not tip over during use (e.g. on stairs).
• Switch the appliance off and pull out the
plug before cleaning and removing filters, or
before removing the suction hose and other
attachments.
• Children do not understand the dangers which
could arise from using electrical appliances.
Keep children away from the appliance. Please
be especially careful when using the appliance
if children are nearby.
• Keep all packaging material, for example
plastic bags and polystyrene pieces, out of
reach of children. Danger of suffocation.
• Do not use the appliance if there is any sign of
damage, if it has been dropped, or if it does not
work normally.
• Check the appliance, power cable and plug
regularly for visible signs of damage. Do not
under any circumstances use the appliance if
you have noticed any damage. Do not try to
repair the appliance yourself.
• Repairs should only be performed by a
qualified professional.
• Only use the appliances for the purposes for
which they are intended.
• The appliances are only suitable for use in
private households and are not suitable for
commercial use.
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