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(Only for grounded appliances):
GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS
This appliance must be grounded. If it should malfunction or
breakdown, grounding provides a path of least resistance
for electric current to reduce the risk of electric shock. This
appliance is equipped with a cord having an equipment-
grounding conductor and grounding plug.
The plug must be inserted into an appropriate outlet that is
properly installed and grounded in accordance with all local
codes and ordinances.
WARNING!
Only motorized nozzle is double insulated. To reduce risk of
electrick shock - connect this vacuum cleaner to a properly
grounded outlet.
WARNING!
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.
This appliance is for use on a nominal 120-volt circuit and has
a grounding attachment plug that looks like the plug illustrated
in figure A below. Make sure that the appliance is connected to
an outlet having the same configuration as the plug.
No adapter should be used with this appliance.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
When using an electrical appliance, basic precautions should
always be followed, including the following:
READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS
BEFORE USING THE VACUUM CLEANER!
WARNING!
To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, or injury:
*
Do not leave appliance when plugged in. Unplug from
outlet when not in use and before servicing.
*
To reduce the risk of electric shock - do not use outdoor
or
on
wet
surfaces.
*
Connect to a proper grounded outlet only. See grounding
instructions.
*
Do not allow to be used as a toy. Close attention is
necessary when used by or near children.
*
Use only as described in this manual. Use only the
manufacturer’s recommended attachments.
*
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, return it to a service
center.
*
Do not pull or carry by the cord, use cord as a handle,
close a door on cord, or pull cord around sharp edges or
corners. Do not run the 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, cord 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.
*
Do not use to pick up flammable or combustible liquids
such as gasoline or use in areas where they may be
present.
*
Do not pick up anything that is burning or smoking, such
as cigarettes, matches, or hot ashes.
*
This machine is not suitable for picking up health
endangering dust, unless all special authorized
local/state federal precautions are complied with.
*
Do not use without dust bag and filters in place.
*
Always turn off the vacuum cleaner before connecting or
disconnecting motorized nozzle.
*
Do not use outdoor or on wet surfaces. Do not expose
to rain. Store indoors between max. 60°C (degrees
cen
tigrade), and min. 0°C (degrees centigrade), or
140°Fahren
heit / 32°Fahrenheit.
*
Do not pick up water or other liquids.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
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ENGLISH
GROUNDING PIN
GROUNDED OUTLET
GROUNDED
OUTLET BOX
Figure A
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