Hoover Ranger 5241 Manual page 6

17. If the air inlet is blocked, switch off the cleaner
straight away. First, clear the blocked object
before attempting to start the vacuum cleaner
again.
18. Before carrying out any maintenance service or
cleaning the filters, always switch off the vacuum
cleaner.
19. Keep openings away from your face and body.
20. Do not use the vacuum cleaner if it is damaged
or broken. If connection cables are damaged,
have them replaced immediately.
21. Never clean the vacuum cleaner or any of
the electrical parts, especially the electrical
connections with water or liquid cleaners.
22. Never attempt to make any modifications
electrically to the vacuum cleaner and charging
base.
23. Always store the appliance and charger indoors
in a cool and dry place.
24. Do not pick up water, for dry household use only
25. Use the electric roller brush only for vacuuming
dust and dry substances in the home.
26. Never run over the power cable with the robot
cleaner as this may cause damage to the power
cable.
27. Never touch the roller brush while the vacuum
cleaner is switched on.
28. To prevent unnecessary wear on the power
head, keep it moving while in operation.
29. Damage caused by improper use or by not
observing the instructions in this manual
will void the warranty.
Battery use and care
1. The appliance is only to be used with the charger
uniquely provided with the appliance.
2. Only charge the battery inside the product and
only use the specifically designated charger to
charge the product.
6.
3. When appliance is not in use, keep it away from
other metal objects, like paper clips, coins,
keys, nails, screws or other small metal objects
that can make a connection from one terminal
to another. Shorting the appliance terminals
together may cause burns or a fire.
4. Under abusive conditions, liquid may be ejected
from the battery; avoid contact. If contact
accidentally occurs, flush with water. If liquid
contacts eyes, additionally seek medical help.
Liquid ejected from the battery may cause
irritation or burns.
5. Do not charge or store the appliance outdoors
or inside the car. Only charge or store the battery
in a dry indoor area where the temperature is
more than 5˚C but less than 45˚C The charger is
for indoor used only.
6. Never attempt to open the battery for any
reason. If the plastic housing of the battery
casing breaks or cracks, immediately
discontinue use and do not recharge.
7. The charger adapter contains electrical
connections inside. The charger adapter is not
serviceable part.
8. Before disposal of your battery, fully discharge
your battery by running the product until it stops.
9. The cleaner contains a Lithium battery. Do not
dispose the appliance with your local garbage.
Contact your local council for instructions on
how to safely dispose of the battery.
10. Do not use the charger to charge a
non-chargeable battery.
11. Do not touch or insert objects into battery pack
terminal.
12. Do not attempt to short circuit the battery
terminal.