Hoover paws & claws Manual page 6

Safety Precautions & Warnings
11. Do not attempt to change the attachments
while the appliance is plugged in to mains
power supply. Switch off and remove
plug from mains power supply. Use only
manufacturer's recommended accessories.
12. Do not operate the vacuum cleaner too
close to the heaters, radiators and other
hot surfaces.
13. 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 and
items may be present.
14. Do not use the appliance to pick up toxic
materials (i.e. chlorine bleach, ammonia).
15. Ensure the appliance is disconnected from
the mains power supply before connecting
the hose to the unit.
16. Do not operate or use the appliance without
the dust bag and/or filters in place.
17. Before vacuuming, remove any large or
sharp objects from the floor or cleaning
surface in order to prevent damage to the
filter.
18. If the hose inlet, floor head or the telescopic
tube is blocked, switch off the cleaner
straight away and remove from the mains
power. First clear the blocked object before
attempting to start the vacuum cleaner
again.
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19. Hold the plug when rewinding onto the cord
reel. To prevent accidental injury do not
allow the plug to whip when rewinding.
20. Do not extend the power cable beyond the
yellow mark.
21. Do not leave the appliance unattended when
it is connected to a mains power supply.
22. Before carrying out any maintenance service
or cleaning the filters. Always switch off
the wall outlet, vacuum cleaner and then
disconnect the plug from power supply.
23. Keep ends of the hose, telescopic tube and
other openings away from your face and
body.
24. Do not use the vacuum cleaner if it is
damaged or breaks down. Check the
electrical regularly for defects. If connection
cables, electrical hoses, electrical contacts
and electric tubes are damaged, have them
replaced immediately.
25. Never clean the vacuum cleaner or any of
the electrical parts, especially the electrical
connections with water or liquid cleaners.
26. Never attempt to make any modifications
electrically to the vacuum cleaner.
27. Always store the appliance indoors in a cool
and dry place.
28. Do not pick up water, dry household use only.
29. Damage caused by improper use or by not
observing the instructions in this manual will
void warranty.