Important Safety Instructions - Dirt Devil QUICK FLIP User Manual

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

THIS VACUUM IS INTENDED FOR HOUSEHOLD USE ONLY.
When using an electrical appliance, basic precautions should always be followed, including the following:
▪ READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING THIS APPLIANCE.
▪ ALWAYS FOLLOW THESE SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS.
▪ ANY SERVICE OTHER THAN ROUTINE CLEANING AND MAINTENANCE SHOULD BE DONE BY AN AUTHORIZED
SERVICE REPRESENTATIVE.
▪ WARNING: FULLY ASSEMBLE VACUUM CLEANER BEFORE OPERATING.
WARNING: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE, ELECTRIC SHOCK OR INJURY:
▪ Do not use, store, or charge the unit outdoors or on wet surfaces.
▪ Store the vacuum cleaner indoors.
▪ Do not allow to be used as a toy. Close attention is necessary when used by or nearchildren.
▪ Use only as described in this manual. Use only manufacturer's recommended attachments.
▪ Do not use charger with damaged cord or plug. If vacuum or charger is not working as it should, has been dropped, dam
aged, left outdoors, or dropped into water, return it to a service center.
▪ Do not abuse the cord. Never carry the charger or base by the cord or yank to disconnect from an outlet; instead grasp the
charger and pull to disconnect. Keep cord away from heated surfaces. Do not pull cord around sharp edges or corners. Do
not close door on the charger cord.
▪ Do not handle plug or appliance with wet hands.
▪ This product includes rechargeable nickel cadmium batteries. Do not incinerate batteries or expose to high temperatures, as
they may explode.
▪ Unplug the charger from the outlet before any routine cleaning or maintenance.
▪ 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.
▪ Do not pick up anything that is burning or smoking, such as cigarettes, matches or hot ashes.
▪ Do not use without filter in place.
▪ 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.
▪ Leaks from battery cells can occur under extreme conditions. If the liquid, which is 20-35% solution of potassium hydroxide,
gets on the skin (1) wash quickly with soap and water or (2) neutralize with a mild acid such as lemon juice or vinegar. If the
liquid gets into the eyes, flush them immediately with clean water for a minimum of 10 minutes. Seek medical attention.
▪ Use only the charger supplied by the manufacturer to recharge.
▪ Be sure plug is disconnected before servicing.
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