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SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
When using an electrical appliance, basic precautions should always be
followed, including the following:
READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING THIS APPLIANCE.
WARNING: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE,
ELECTRIC SHOCK OR INJURY:
• Fully assemble before operating.
• Operate cleaner only at voltage specified on data plate on lower handle of cleaner.
• Do not leave appliance when plugged in. Unplug from outlet when not in use and
before cleaning or servicing.
• Use indoors only.
• Use only HOOVER
®
cleaning products intended for use with this machine. (See
the “Cleaning Products” section of this manual.)
• Do not allow to be used as a toy. Not intended for use by children age 12 and
under. Close supervision is necessary when used near children. To avoid injury
or damage, keep children away from product, and do not allow children to place
fingers or other objects into any openings.
• Use only as described in this manual. Use only manufacturer’s recommended
attachments and products.
• 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, take it to a
service center prior to continuing use.
• 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 place product on cord. 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.
• 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 air flow.
• Keep hair, loose clothing, fingers, and all parts of body away from openings and
moving parts.
• Turn off all controls before unplugging.
• Use extra care when cleaning on stairs. To avoid personal injury or damage, and to
prevent the cleaner from falling, always place cleaner at bottom of stairs or on floor.
Do not place cleaner on stairs or furniture, as it may result in injury or damage.
• Do not use to pick up flammable or combustible materials, such as gasoline, or
fine wood sandings, or use in areas where they may be present.
• Connect to a properly grounded outlet only. See Grounding Instructions.
• Not intended for use on carpets.
• Do not pick up anything that is burning or smoking, such as cigarettes, matches,
or hot ashes.
• Do not use without Tanks or Filters in place.
• Do not clean over floor electrical outlets.
• WARNING: This product contains chemicals known to the State of California to cause
cancer, birth defects or reproductive harm.
WASH HANDS AFTER HANDLING.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
