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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
SAVE THIS MANUAL FOR FUTURE REFERENCE.
WARNING:
TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE, ELECTRIC SHOCK, OR
INJURY:
READ AND UNDERSTAND ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING THIS VACUUM.
Read and understand this operator’s manual and all labels on the vacuum cleaner before
operating. Safety is a combination of common sense, staying alert and knowing how your vacuum
works. Use this vacuum only as described in this manual. To reduce the risk of personal injury or
damage to your vacuum, use only manufacturer recommended accessories.
When using a vacuum, basic precautions should always be followed including
the following. Failure to follow the warnings and instructions may result in
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• Do not run vacuum unattended.
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they may be present.
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explosive dusts like coal dust, magnesium dust, grain dust, or gun powder. Sparks inside the
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• To reduce the risk of health hazards from vapors or dusts, do not vacuum toxic materials.
• Do not use or store near hazardous materials.
• Do not pick up anything that is burning or smoking, such as cigarettes, matches, or hot ashes.
• Do not expose to rain. Store indoors.
• If vacuum is not working as it should, has been dropped, damaged, left outdoors, or dropped into
water, return it to a service center.
• Do not unplug by pulling on cord. To unplug, grasp the plug, not the cord.
• Do not use with damaged cord or plug.
• 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.
• Keep cord away from heated surfaces.
• Do not run the vacuum over cord.
• Do not handle plug or vacuum with wet hands.
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• Do not allow to be used as a toy. Close attention is necessary when used by or near children.
• To reduce the risk of injury from accidental starting, unplug power cord before changing or
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• Do not leave vacuum when plugged in. Unplug from outlet when not in use and before servicing.
• Turn off all controls before unplugging.
• Unplug before connecting or disconnecting hose, or any other accessories.
• Do not put any object into openings. Do not use with any opening blocked; keep free of dust, lint,
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• Use extra care when cleaning on stairs.
• Use only as described in this manual. Use only manufacturer’s recommended attachments.
• This vacuum is provided with double insulation. Use only identical replacement parts. See
DOUBLE INSULATION INSTRUCTIONS.
CAUTION:
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