Important Safeguards - Black & Decker CYCLONIC POWER PRO VCBD8530 Instructions Manual

IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS

When using electrical appliances, basic safety precautions should always be followed,
including the following:
• Read all instructions before using this appliance.
WARNING – To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock or injury:
• Do not leave appliance plugged in. Unplug from outlet when not in use and before servicing.
• Do not use outdoor or in wet surfaces.
• 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 been dropped, damaged, left
outdoors, or dropped into water, return it to a service center.
• Do not pull or carry by cord, use cord as a handle, close a door on cord, or pull cord around sharp edges or corners.
Do not run appliance over cord. Keep cord away from heated surfaces.
• Do not unplug by pulling on cord. To unplug, grasp the plug, not the cord.
• Do not handle plug or appliance with wet hands.
• 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.
• 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.
• Do not pick up anything that is burning or smoking, such as cigarettes, matches, or hot ashes.
• Do not use without dust bin and/or filters in place.
• Hold plug when rewinding onto cord reel. Do not allow plug to whip when rewinding.
• 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.
• Children should be supervised to ensure that they do not play with the appliance.
• Do not use to suck up water and do not immerse in water for cleaning.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS.
POLARIZED PLUG (120V MODELS ONLY)
This appliance has a polarized plug (one blade is wider than the other). To reduce the risk of electric shock, this plug is intended
to fit into a polarized outlet only one way. If the plug does not fit fully into the outlet, reverse the plug. If it still does not fit, contact
a qualified electrician. Do not attempt to modify the plug in any way.
Note: If the power supply cord is damaged, it should be replaced by qualified personnel or in Latin America by an
authorized service center.
TAMPER-RESISTANT SCREW
Warning: This appliance is equipped with a tamper-resistant screw to prevent removal of the outer cover. To reduce the risk of
fire or electric shock, do not attempt to remove the outer cover. There are no user-serviceable parts inside. Repair should be
done only by authorized service personnel.
ASSEMBLING/DISASSEMBLING YOUR VACUUM CLEANER
FLEXIBLE SWIVEL HOSE
1. To connect hose, push connector end into the opening on the front of the vacuum canister until it clicks into place.
2. To remove, press the two buttons to release the hose connector and pull out.
EXTENSION TUBES
3. First connect the tube by pushing the end into the combination brush.
4. Then connect the second tube tube by pushing in one end into the first tube and the other end into the thin end of
flexible hose.
Tip: You might have to twist slightly for a firm fit.
5. To remove metal extender, just pull out at the ends.
Please Read and Save this Use and Care Book.
This product is for household use only.
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