Ryobi RVC1218P-P, Owner'S Operating Manual

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GENERAL POWER TOOL SAFETY WARNINGS
WARNING!
This appliance complies with the compulsory safety
regulations for electric equipment. However,
improper use can be harmful to people and property.
Please read these operating instructions carefully
and completely before switching the appliance on.
Keep the operating instructions, the guarantee certifi
cate, the receipt, as well as the packaging and
packaging material if at all possible.
This appliance is designed solely for use in the private
sector and for the designated purpose. The appliance is
not suitable for commercial use. Don’t use the appliance
outdoors (unless it has been specifically designed for
use outdoors). Don’t subject the appliance to heat, direct
sunshine or very high moisture (e.g., rain).
Never immerse the appliance in liquids and be aware of
sharp edges that may damage it. Never use the
appliance with wet or damp hands. Unplug it immediately
if the appliance becomes wet or damp when it is running.
Don’t immerse the appliance in water.
This wet/dry vacuum cleaner may only be used and kept
in a private home.
Don’t vacuum up liquids that are hotter than 60°C or any
poisonous or flammable dusts.
Never lay the appliance on its side. Pay particular
attention to a horizontal position and adequate stability
on stairs.
Always unplug the appliance after use and before
cleaning or changing the filters or accessories.
Only trained specialists may make repairs on electric
equipment. Improper repairs could result in considerable
danger to the user.
Do not store the appliance directly beside a hot oven
or radiator.
Children, disabled persons, and the aged are often not
aware of the dangers that can result from handling
electric appliances. The above mentioned persons and
untrained persons must never work with this electrical
appliance.
When cleaning or removing the appliance, always switch
it off. Pull the plug out of the receptacle, if you are not
going to use the appliance for an extended period of time.
Never pull on the cable to unplug the appliance, rather
pull on the plug itself. Also, remove any special
accessories from the appliance
Always keep the appliance clean. Don’t use any solvents
or cleaners that may damage or be harmful to the
appliance or user.
Never leave the appliance switched on unattended. If
you leave the work area, switch the appliance off or
unplug it from the receptacle (don’t pull the cord, but use
the plug).
In order to protect children from electric household
appliances, make sure that the cable can’t cause
children to stumble and don’t give children access to
the appliance.
Never use the appliance when you are under the
influence of medication, alcohol or drugs, if you are
currently under medical care, or if you are tired.
Check the appliance and the power cord regularly for
any possible damage. Don’t use damaged appliances.
Don’t try to repair the appliance yourself. Always use an
authorized technician for repairs. Always have faulty
power cords replaced immediately by the manufacturer
or a qualified service organization. Use the same type of
cable in order to prevent any danger of electric shock
and injury.
Only use original spare parts and accessories. Non
approved parts or third-party accessories may be a
possible source of danger and cause the guarantee to
become void.
Check the float often.
If you notice liquid leaking from your appliance, switch
it off immediately and unplug it.
Do not submerge the appliance in water. Make sure that
water is not spilled on the appliance.
When disposing of the wastewater, make sure that you
observe any legal regulations.
The appliance is designed to vacuum up materials that
are not hazardous to your health and that are not
flammable.
Never hold the connectors in front of your face
(especially your eyes, ears, etc.). Never direct the nozzle
towards persons or animals.
Only use the appliance for its designated purpose. Any
other types of use are at your own risk and are possibly
dangerous.
Other uses and unattended operation are not allowed.
The manufacturer cannot be made responsible for
damages that are caused by improper use or incorrect
operation.
Wear protective clothing and gloves.
Connect the appliance only to a 240V alternating current
receptacle.
Make sure that the correct dust bag has been inserted
securely in its holder before using the appliance. The
wrong dust bag or incorrectly installed dust bags can
cause damage to the appliance and cause the guarantee
to become void.
If the power cord is damaged, it must be comepletely
replaced along with the cable protector by an authorised
service centre or other qualified service organisation.
Do not vacuum up ashes, hot coals and the like, large
fragments of glass and sharp objects.
Never vacuum flammable or poisonous liquids like petrol,
oil, acids, or other volatile substances.
Don’t vacuum up any toner dust, which is used in printers
and copiers for example, because it is electrically
conductive. In addition, it is possible that it will not be
completely filtered out by the filter system of the wet/dry
vacuum cleaner and can be released into the air via the
exhaust fan.