5
Safety Precautions & Warnings
IMPORTANT! Always switch off the appliance before cleaning, when not in use or
attempting any maintenance task. The charger must only be connected to an AC
power supply at the voltage shown on the rating label. This cleaner should only
be used for its intended purpose as described in this instruction manual.
Never operate the vacuum cleaner without filters.
Read the manual attentively before using the appliance for the first time.
Befor
e Y
ou Begin
When using your vacuum cleaner, basic
precautions should always be observed,
including the following;
1. 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 use of the appliance
by a person responsible for their safety.
2. Children should be supervised to ensure
that they do not play with the appliance.
3. To prevent electrical shock, do not immerse
the appliance, battery, or power plug into
water or other liquids.
4. To prevent electrical shock, do not use
the vacuum cleaner outdoors or on wet
surfaces.
5. Always check the power cord before use.
The power cord and the plug should be in
good condition and must not be damaged.
If the power supply cord is damaged or
defective, it must be replaced by the
manufacturer, its service agent or similarly
qualified persons in order to avoid a hazard.
6. The appliance and charging base are
intended for domestic indoor use only.
7. Do not unplug by pulling on the power cord.
To unplug, grasp the plug, not the power
cord. Use only Australian and New Zealand
electrical safety approved extension cords.
8. Do not pull or carry the appliance by the
power cable, use the power cable as a
handle or pull the power cable around
sharp edges or corners. Avoid running the
appliance over the power cable.
9. Do not handle or operate the appliance
with wet hands and follow electrical safety
precautions at all times.
10. Extreme caution should be exercised when
using the appliance on stairs.
11. Do not attempt to change the attachments
while the appliance is switched on. Use only
manufacturer’s recommended accessories.
12. Do not operate the vacuum cleaner too
close to heaters, radiators and other hot
surfaces.
13. Do not use the appliance to pick up
flammable items or combustible liquids (i.e.
gasoline, hot ashes, cigarettes, matches,
explosive materials or anything burning)
or use in areas where such substances and
items may be present.
14. Do not use the appliance to pick up toxic
materials (i.e. chlorine bleach, ammonia).
