IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
FOR REPLACEMENT FILTER INFORMATION
or for Technical Support
for Model FC251
When using your
Bagless Cyclonic Canister
vacuum, basic safety precautions
should always be observed, including the following:
WARNING:
To reduce the risk of fire,
electrical shock, or injury:
1. Do not leave vacuum cleaner unattended
when it is plugged in. Unplug from
outlet when not in use and before filters.
2. To reduce the risk of electric shock – do
not use outdoors or on wet surfaces.
3. Do not allow children to use as a toy.
Close attention is necessary when used
by or near children.
4. Use only as described in this manual. Use
only manufacturer’s recommended
attachments.
5. Do not use with damaged cord or plug. Do
not use vacuum cleaner if it has been
dropped, damaged, left outdoors, or
dropped into water. Return appliance to
EURO-PRO Operating LLC for
examination, repair or adjustment.
6. Do not pull or carry by cord. Do not 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.
7. Do not unplug by pulling on cord. To
unplug, grasp the plug, not the cord.
8. Do not handle plug or vacuum cleaner
with wet hands. Do not use outdoors or
on wet surfaces.
9. Do not put any objects into openings. Do
not use with any opening blocked and
do not restrict airflow. Keep all openings
free of dust, lint, hair, and anything that
may reduce airflow.
10. Keep hair, loose clothing, fingers, and all
parts of body away from openings and
moving parts.
11. Do not pick up hot coals, cigarette butts,
matches or any hot, smoking, or burning
objects.
12. Do not pick up hard or sharp objects such
as glass, nails, screws, coins, etc.
13. Do not use without filters in place.
14. Turn off all controls before plugging or
unplugging vacuum cleaner.
15. Use extra care when vacuuming on
stairs.
16. Do not pick up flammable or
combustible materials (lighter fluid,
gasoline, kerosene, etc.) or use in the
presence of explosive liquids or vapor.
17. Do not pick up toxic material (chlorine
bleach, ammonia, drain cleaner, etc.).
18. Do not use in an enclosed space filled
with vapors given off by oil based
paints, paint thinner, moth proofing
substances, flammable dust, or other
explosive or toxic vapors.
19. Always unplug this appliance before
connecting or disconnecting vacuum
hose. Do not allow plug to whip when
rewinding.
20. Use only on dry, indoor surfaces.
21. Do not use for any purpose other than
described in this user’s guide.
22. Use
only
extension cords UL-rated or
cUL at 15 amperes. extension cords
rated for less amperage may overheat.
Care should be taken to arrange the
cord so that the cord cannot be pulled
or tripped over.
23.
Do not
put any objects into openings.
Do not use with any opening blocked.
Keep free of dust, lint, hair and
anything else that may reduce air flow.
24.
Store your appliance indoors in a cool,
dry area.
25. Keep your work area well lit.
26.
Do not
immerse the hand vacuum into
water or other liquids.
27. Keep end of hose, wands and other
openings away from your face and
body.
Call Customer Service:
1 (800) 798-7398
Monday to Friday 8:30 A.M. - 5:00 P.M. Eastern Standard Time
Please Note:
The HEPA Dust Cup Filter is washable. It should, however, be replaced
every six (6) months to ensure peak performance of your vacuum.
The Post Motor Filter is washable. It should however be replaced every three
(3) months to ensure peak performance of your vacuum.
Important:
Make sure that
ALL
filters are completely dry before re-installing back in the
hand vacuum.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
For Household Use Only
WARNING:
To reduce the risk of electric shock, this appliance has a
polarized plug (one blade is wider than the other). This plug will fit in a
polarized outlet only one way. If the plug does not fit fully in the outlet,
reverse the plug. If it still does not fit, contact a qualified electrician to install
the proper outlet. Do not modify the plug in any way.
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