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PRODUCT SPECIFIC SAFETY WARNINGS
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
When using electrical appliances, basic precautions should always be followed, including the following:
READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING (THIS APPLIANCE)
Failure to understand and follow all safety warnings and instructions
could result in fire, electrical shock or serious injury.
Electrical/Grounding
> Connect to a properly grounded outlet only. See
Grounding Instructions (p. 8).
> Improper connection of the equipment-grounding
conductor can result in a risk of electric shock. Check
with a qualified electrician or service person if you are in
doubt as to whether the outlet is properly grounded. Do
not modify the plug provided with the appliance – if it will
not fit the outlet, have a proper outlet installed by a
qualified electrician.
> Do NOT use outdoors or on wet surfaces.
> Do NOT use with damaged cord or plug. If appliance is
not working as it should, has been dropped, damaged, left
outdoors, or dropped into water, it must be serviced by a
qualified provider.
> Make sure the Main Power Switch is in the OFF position
before connecting the machine to the power source.
> 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.
Do NOT run appliance over cord. Keep cord away from
heated surfaces.
> Do NOT unplug by pulling on cord. To unplug, grasp
the plug, not the cord.
> Do NOT handle plug or appliance with wet hands.
> If connected to a circuit protected by fuses, use time-delay
fuses, marked Type D, with this appliance.
> The use of extension cords is discouraged; try to position
the machine near the power source. If an extension cord
is necessary, use only three-wire extension cords that have
three-prong grounding plugs and three-pole receptacles
that accept the tool’s plug.
> Extension cords in poor condition or that are too small can
pose fire and shock hazards. When using an extension
cord, be sure it is in good condition and properly rated.
Safe Use
> Do NOT use to pick up liquids, flammable or combustible
liquids or materials, such as gasoline, or use in areas where
they may be present. Do NOT use to pick up anything that
is burning or smoking, or toxic materials. Do NOT use to
pick up metal items/shavings. Items not to be picked
up with this machine include (but are not necessarily
limited to):
• Fuels
• Lighter fluid
• Cleaners
• Oil-based paints • Natural gas
• Hydrogen
• Coal dust
• Magnesium dust • Grain dust
• Gunpowder
• Cigarettes
• Matches
• Hot ashes
> Do NOT leave appliance when plugged in. Unplug from
outlet when not in use and before servicing.
> NEVER leave tool running and unattended.
> Turn off all controls before unplugging.
> Do NOT put any object into openings. Do NOT use with
any opening blocked; keep free of dust, lint, hair, and
anything that may reduce airflow.
> Remove all jewelry, secure loose clothing and tie up long
hair before using this machine. To avoid serious injury,
keep hair, loose clothing, fingers, and all parts of body
away from openings and moving parts.
> NEVER operate without hose connected to suction
chute (inlet). Hazardous moving parts inside. Unplug
before removing hose from suction chute; attach hose
on the suction chute before plugging in.
> Do NOT use without dust bag mounted in place.
> Wear approved safety glasses, dust mask or respirator
and hearing protection while using this machine or
emptying the dust bag.
> For household use only.
Product Specific Safety Warnings continued on page 4
