Safety Precautions And Warnings - Hoover 9011PH Regal Manual

Safety Precautions & Warnings
IMPORTANT! Always switch off the cleaner and remove the power plug from the power
supply before cleaning your appliance, when not in use or attempting any maintenance
task. The cleaner must only be connected to an AC power supply at the voltage shown on
the rating label. This cleaner should only be used for its intended purpose as described in
this instruction manual. Never operate the vacuum cleaner without filters.
When using your vacuum cleaner, basic
precautions should always be observed, including
the following;
1. 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.
2. Children should be supervised to ensure that
they do not play with the vacuum cleaner.
3. Keep ends of the hose, telescopic tube and
other openings away from your face and body.
4. Do not operate the vacuum cleaner too close
to heaters, radiators or other hot surfaces.
5. Do not use the appliance to pick up flammable
items or combustible liquids (i.e. petrol,
hot ashes, cigarettes, matches, explosive
materials or anything burning) or use in areas
where such substances or items may be
present.
6. Do not use the appliance to pick up toxic
materials (i.e. chlorine bleach, ammonia).
7. Before vacuuming, remove any large objects
from the floor or cleaning surface in order to
prevent damage to the filter.
8. Always check the power cord before use, the
power cord and the plug should be in a good
condition and must not be damaged. If the
power supply cord is damaged or defective,
it must be replaced by the manufacturer, its
service agent or similarly qualified persons in
order to avoid a hazard.
9. Do not extend the power cable beyond the
yellow mark.
10. Do not pull or carry the appliance by the
power cable, use the power cable as a handle
or pull the power cable around edges or
corners. Avoid running the appliance over the
power cable.
11. Ensure the appliance is switched off
before unplugging.
12. Do not unplug by pulling on the power cord.
To unplug, grasp the plug not the power cord.
Use only Australian and New Zealand electrical
safety approved extension cords.
13. Hold the plug when rewinding the cord reel. To
prevent accidental injury do not allow the plug
to whip when rewinding.
14. Do not handle or operate the appliance with
wet hands. Follow electrical safety precautions
at all times.
15. To prevent electrical shock, do not immerse
the appliance, power cord or power plug into
water or any other liquids.
16. Do not use the machine to vacuum water or
liquids, this vacuum is for, dry household use
only.
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