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INSTRUCTION MANUAL
Please read these instructions carefully before using your Platinum
Force'" Hand Vac.
Let us help you put your cleaner together or answer any questions, call:
1-800-321-1134 (USA & Canada) website: www.dirtdevil.com
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WARNING:
Cleaner assembly may include small
parts. Small parts can present a
choking hazard.
Part
#
1-1 13088-000 3/02
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vacuum information below.
Model
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(Mfg code located on the lower backs~de of cleaner)
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MODE D'EMPLOI
Veuillez lire attentivement ces instructions avant d'utiliser votre aspirateur a
main Platinum ForceT".
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L'assemblage de I'appareil
MANUAL DE INSTRUCCIONES
Por favor lea estas instrucciones con cuidado antes de usar su aspiradora
manual Platinum ForceTM.
Permitanos ayudarle a ensamblar su aspiradora o a contestar sus preguntas, lame al:
1-800-321-1134 (EE.UU.
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Canada)
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Web: www.dirtdeviI.com
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No. de Parte 1-1 13088-000 3/02
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
favor la informacion de su aspiradora aqui.
No-
de Modelo:
Codigo de Fabricante:
(El c6digo del fabricante aparece en la parte posterior e
inferior de la aspiradora).
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
When using an electrical appliance, basic precautions should always be fol-
lowed, including the following:
R E A D A L L INSTRUCTIONS B E F O R E U S I N G T H E APPLIANCE.
ALWAYS F O L L O W T H E S E SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS.
WARNING: T H E CORDS, WIRES AND/OR C A B L E S SUPPLIED W I T H
T H l S P R O D U C T CONTAINS CHEMICALS, INCLUDING L E A D O R
L E A D COMPOUNDS, K N O W N T O T H E STATE O F CALIFORNIA TO
C A U S E CANCER A N D BIRTH DEFECTS O R OTHER REPRODUCTIVE
HARM.WASH H A N D S AFTER USING.
WARNING: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF
FIRE, ELECTRIC SHOCK OR INJURY:
Warning: Do not use outdoors or on wet surfaces.
Do not charge the unit outdoors.
Do not allow to be used as a toy. Close attention is necessary when used by or near children.
Use only as described in this manual. Use only manufacturer's recommended attachments.
Do not use with damaged cord or plug. If appliance is not working as it should, has bee
dropped, damaged, left outdoors, or dropped into water, return it to a service center for
inspection. Call 1-800-321-1134 for the nearest service center or visit our website at
www.dirtdevil.com.
Do not abuse the cord. Never carry the charger or base by the cord or yank to discon-
nect 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 bat-
teries 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 filters 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.