Safety Information - Stanley SL19301-4B Owner's Manual

SAFETY INFORMATION

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS & GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS
When using an electrical appliance, basic precautions should be always followed, including the
following: READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING THIS APPLIANCE.
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DANGER:
Never operate this unit when flammable materials or vapors are present because electrical devices
produce arcs or sparks that can cause a fire or explosion.
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ATTENTION:
Read all safety rules carefully before attempting to operate. Retain for future reference.
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WARNING:
To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, or injury:
1. Do not leave appliance when plugged in or when in operation. Unplug from outlet when not in
use and before performing any service on it.
2. Do not expose to rain. Store indoors.
3. Always disconnect the plug from the wall outlet before removing the tank cover.
4. Do not allow to be used as a toy. Close attention is necessary when used by or near children.
5. 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, contact service center for assistance.
6. 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.
7. Do not unplug by pulling on cord. To unplug, grasp the plug, not the cord.
8. Do not handle plug or appliance with wet hands.
9. Do not put any object into openings. Do not use with any openings blocked; keep free of dust, lint,
hair and anything that may reduce air flow.
10. Keep hair, loose clothing, fingers and all parts of body away from openings and moving parts.
11. Do not pick up anything that is burning or smoking, such as cigarettes, matches or hot ashes.
12. Do not use without dust bag and/or filters in place.
13. Turn off all controls before unplugging.
14. Use extra care when cleaning on stairs.
15. Do not use to pick up flammable or combustible liquids such as gasoline or use in areas where
they may be present.
16. Do not use the cleaner as a sprayer of flammable liquids such as oil-based paint, lacquers, etc.
17. Do not vacuum toxic, carcinogenic, combustible or other hazardous materials such as asbestos,
arsenic, barium, beryllium, lead, pesticides or other health endangering materials.
18. Do not pick up soot, cement, plaster or drywall dust without filter and dust bag in place. These are
very fine particles that may affect the performance of the motor or be exhausted back into the air.
Additional dust bags are available.
19. Do not leave the cord lying on the floor once you have finished the cleaning job. It can become a
tripping hazard.
20. Use special care when emptying heavily loaded tanks.
21. To avoid spontaneous combustion, empty tank after each use.
22. The operation of a utility vac can result in foreign objects being blown into eyes, which can result
in eye damage. Always wear safety goggles when operating vacuum.
23. STAY ALERT. Watch what you are doing and use common sense. Do not use vacuum cleaner
when you are tired, distracted or under the influence of drugs, alcohol or medication causing
diminished control.
NOTE: Use only as described in this manual. Use only manufacturer's recommended attachments.
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