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safety information
2. Safety Information
For Household Use Only
When using the vacuum cleaner, basic safety precautions
should always be observed, including the following:
1.
Only use the vacuum cleaner indoors on dry surfaces.
Do not handle the plug or vacuum cleaner with wet
hands. Do not use outdoors or on wet surfaces.
2.
Turn off the vacuum cleaner controls before
disconnecting or connecting from the mains supply.
3.
Always unplug the vacuumcleaner before connecting
or disconnecting the vacuumhose and accessories.
4.
Children should be supervised to ensure that theydo
not playwith the appliance.
5.
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.
6.
Use only as described in this manual. Use only Vax
recommended attachments.
7.
Do not use the vacuum cleaner if it has been
dropped, damaged, left outdoors or dropped into
water. Do not use the vacuum cleaner with a
damaged cord or plug. If the supply cord is damaged,
it must be replaced by the manufacturer or a
recommended Service Agent to avoid hazard and
invalidating the guarantee.
8.
Do not pull or carry by cord/hose. Do not use the
cord/hose as a handle, close a door on the cord/hose
or pull cord/hose around sharp edges or corners. Do
not run the vacuum cleaner over the cord/hose. Keep
the cord away from heated surfaces.
9.
Do not put any objects into openings. Do not use
with any openings blocked and do not restrict
airflow. Keep all openings free of dust, lint, hair or
anything that might reduce airflow.
10. Keep hair, loose clothing, fingers and all parts of the
body away from openings and moving parts.
11. Do not pick up hot coals, cigarette butts, matches or
any hot, smoking or burning objects.
12. Do not pick up flammable or combustible materials
(lighter fluid, petrol, kerosene etc.) or use in the
presence of explosive liquids or vapours.
13. Do not vacuum up harmful or toxic material (chlorine,
bleach, ammonia, drain cleaner etc.).
14. Do not vacuum up hard or sharp objects such as
glass, nails, screws, coins, etc.
15. Do not use without ALL of the filters in place.
16. Take extra care when vacuuming on stairs.
17. Keep vacuuming area well lit.
18. Store the vacuum cleaner in a cool, dry area.
19. Turn off the on/off switch before unplugging the
vacuum cleaner
20. Use only CE-approved 13 amp extension cords. Non-
approved cords may overheat. Care should be taken
to arrange the cord so that the cord cannot be
tripped over.
WARNING: Always switch off and unplug the
vacuum cleaner from the electrical outlet
before assembling, opening or emptying the dirt
container, or before connecting/disconnecting the
attachments.
CAUTION: The vacuum cleaner is a very
powerful unit. Before plugging the cord into
the electrical outlet, make sure the switch is in the
‘off’ position. Hold the vacuum cleaner firmly when
starting and in use.
IMPORTANT: If the inlet or hose is blocked,
switch off the vacuum cleaner and remove the
blockage(s) before re-starting the vacuum cleaner.
IMPORTANT: Cleaning filters maintains vacuum
performance. After rinsing filter, make sure it is
dry before inserting back into the vacuum cleaner.
This vacuum cleaner is intended for household use only
and not for commercial or industrial use.
Please keep these instructions for further use.
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Vax Careline: (UK) 0844 412 8455 (ROI) 1-800 928 308
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