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SAFETY SYMBOLS USED THROUGHOUT THIS MANUAL
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
IMPORTANT:
Please read the following instructions carefully,
failure to do
so could lead to serious personal injury and / or damage to the vacu-
um cleaner.
Danger / Caution:
Indicates risk of personal injury and/or the possibility of
damage.
Note:
Supplementary information.
Warning:
Risk of electrical injury or damage!
When using the vacuum cleaner, basic safety precautions should always be followed
to reduce the risk of fire, electric shock and personal injury.
Read all these instructions before operating the tool and save this user manual for fu-
ture reference.
SIP
recommends that this vacuum cleaner should
not
be modified or used for any
application other than that for which it was designed. It is designed to vacuum car-
pets, floors etc. and the collection of water, If you are unsure of its relative applications
do not hesitate to contact us and we will be more than happy to advise you.
KNOW YOUR VACUUM CLEANER:
Read and understand the owner's manual and labels
affixed to the vacuum cleaner. Learn its applications and limitations, as well as the
potential hazards specific to this vacuum cleaner.
KEEP WORK AREA CLEAN AND WELL LIT:
Cluttered work benches and dark areas invite
accidents; Floors must not be slippery due to oil, water or sawdust etc.
DO NOT USE THE VACUUM CLEANER IN DANGEROUS ENVIRONMENTS:
Do not expose
the vacuum cleaner to rain. Provide adequate space surrounding the work area. Do
not use in environments with a potentially explosive atmosphere.
KEEP CHILDREN AND UNTRAINED PERSONNEL AWAY FROM THE WORK AREA:
All visitors
should be kept at a safe distance from the work area.
STORE TOOLS SAFELY WHEN THEY ARE NOT IN USE:
All tools should be stored in a dry,
locked cupboard wherever possible and out of the reach of children.
PROTECT YOURSELF FROM ELECTRIC SHOCK:
When working with power tools, avoid
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