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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING THE BIG MIKE
VACUUM CLEANER.
When using an electrical appliance, basic precautions should always be followed, including the follow-
ing:
WARNING
– To reduce the risk fire, electric shock, or injury please follow the points
below:
1.
Do not leave the appliance running unattended. Un plug from the electrical outlet when
not in use and before servicing.
2.
Do not use out of doors.
3.
Do not allow to be used as a toy. Close attention is necessary when used near children.
4.
Use only as described in this manual. Use only recommended manufacturer’s
recommended attachments.
5.
Do not use with a damage cord or plug. If the appliance is not working as it should, has
been dropped, damaged, left out of doors or dropped in water, then return it to a service centre.
6.
Do not pull or carry by cord or use the cord as a handle, close a door on the cord or pull
the cord around sharp edges of corners. Do not run the appliance over the cord and keep the
cord away from heated surfaces.
7.
Do not unplug by pulling on the cord. To unplug grasp the plug not the cord.
8.
Do not handle plug or appliance with wet hands.
9.
Do not block up air exhaust openings by inserting objects into the openings. Do not use
with any opening blocked. Keep openings free of dust, lint, hair or anything else that may
reduce airflow.
10. Do not use without dust bag and/or filters in place.
11.
Turn off all controls before unplugging.
12. Use extra care when cleaning stairs.
13. Do not use to pick up flammable or combustible liquids, such as gasoline, or use in areas
where they may be present.
14. Only connect to a properly grounded outlet. (See Grounding instructions.)
15. Do not pick up anything that is burning or smoking, such as cigarettes, matches or hot
ashes.
16. Always apply the parking brake when necessary.
Apply the parking brake when needed.
