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Safety Information/Use & Function
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
connecting to or disconnecting from the mains supply.
3. Always unplug the vacuum cleaner before connecting
or disconnecting the vacuum hose.
4. Use only as described in this manual.
5. Do not use the vacuum cleaner with a damaged cord
or plug. Do not use the vacuum cleaner if it has been
dropped, damaged, left outdoors or dropped into
water. Return the vacuum cleaner to a Vax Authorised
Service Agent or suitably qualified person for
examination, repair or adjustment.
6. Do not pull or carry by the cord. Do not use the cord
as a handle, close a door on the cord or pull the cord
around sharp edges or corners. Do not run the
vacuum cleaner over the cord. Keep the cord away
from heated surfaces.
7. Do not handle the plug or vacuum cleaner with wet
hands. Do not use outdoors or on wet surfaces.
8. 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 may reduce airflow.
9.
Keep hair, loose clothing, fingers and all parts of body
away from openings and moving parts.
10. Do not pick up hot coals, cigarette butts, matches or
any hot, smoking or burning objects.
11. Do not pick up flammable or combustible materials
(lighter fluid, petrol, kerosene, etc) or use in the
presence of explosive liquids or vapours.
12. Do not vacuum up harmful or toxic material (chlorine
bleach, ammonia, drain cleaner, etc).
13. Do not vacuum up hard or sharp objects such as
glass, nails, screws, coins, etc.
14. Do not use without the filters in place.
15. Use extra care when vacuuming on stairs.
16. Keep vacuuming area well lit.
17. Store the vacuum indoors in a cool, dry area.
18. Turn off the switch before unplugging.
WARNING:
Always switch off and unplug the vacuum cleaner
from electrical outlet before assembling, opening or
emptying the dust container, or
connecting/disconnecting the attachments.
CAUTION:
The vacuum cleaner is a very powerful unit. Before
plugging cord into outlet, make sure the switch is in
the ‘off’ position. Hold the vacuum cleaner firmly
when starting and in use.
IMPORTANT:
If the vacuum inlet is blocked, switch off the
vacuum cleaner and remove the blockage(s) before
re-starting the vacuum cleaner.
IMPORTANT:
Washing filters improves vacuum performance.
Make sure all filters are completely dry before
inserting back in the vacuum cleaner.
This vacuum cleaner is intended for household use
only and not for commercial or industrial use.
PLEASE KEEP THESE INSTRUCTIONS FOR
FURTHER USE.
2. Safety Information
Insert handle into body of cleaner (Fig.3/1).
Fig.3/1
3. Use & Function
