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Inspection and repairs
• Before
use, check the appliance for damaged
or defective parts. Check for breakage of
parts, damage to switches and any other
conditions that may affectits operation.
• Do not use the appliance if any part is
damaged or defective.
• Have any damaged or defective parts
repaired or replaced by an authorized
repair agent.
• Before use, check the power supply cord
for signs of damage, ageing and wear.
• Do not use the appliance if the power
supply cord or mains plug is damaged or
defective.
• If the power supply cord or mains plug is
damaged or defective it must be repaired
by the manufacturer or its service agent
or a similarly qualified person in order to
avoid a hazard. Do not cut the power
supply cord and do not attempt to repair
it yourself.
• Never attempt to remove or replace any
parts other than those specified in this
manual.
Additional safety instructions for
vacuum cleaners
• Before u
se, always make sure that the filter
or dust bag is correctly seated.
• Do not use the appliance to pick up any
materials that could catch fire.
• Do not use the appliance to pick up any
materials that are burning or smoking
(matches, cigarettes, hot ash, etc.).
• Do not block the vents of the appliance.
• Avoid inhaling dust when emptying the
appliance or the dust bag.
• Always keep the brush, crevice tool and
other accessories away from the body
whilst the unit is in operation.
• Always empty the product outside.
• Use extra care when cleaning stairs, use
caution when vacuuming at the top of
stairs, near children, etc.
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• Always be aware of the position of the
power cable and hose so as to avoid a
tripping hazard during use.
• Keep the motor exhaust away from eyes
and faces.
• Keep children and animals at a safe
distance when using this appliance.
• Always work from bottom up when using
the appliance on stairs, and keep the
appliance at least a stair below your
working position.
• Do not use the appliance without the
suction head or another suitable
accessory mounted to the tube.
• Keep your hair, clothing and gloves away
from moving parts.
• Do not use damaged accessories.
• Use only BLACK+DECKER accessories.
• Do not use the appliance on animals.
• Disconnect the product from the electrical
supply before emptying, cleaning or carrying
out any maintenance on the appliance.
Carrying the appliance
During use the appliance can be carried using
the handle (4).
Temporarily parking the suction head
(fig. H)
• Use th
e park position (22) for a temporary
parking of the suction head.
Safety of others
• 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 the use of the
appliance by a person responsible for
their safety.
• Children should be supervised to ensure
that they do not play with the appliance.
Electrical safety
T
his appliance is double insulated;
therefore no earth wire is required.
Always check that the power supply
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