Miele HS19 Operating Instructions Manual page 9

Do not put any object into openings. Do not use with any
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opening blocked; keep free of dust, lint, hair, and anything
that may reduce air flow.
Do not vacuum up anything which has been burning or
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smoking, e.g., cigarettes, ashes or hot ash, whether glowing
or apparently extinguished.
Do not use the vacuum cleaner to vacuum up any water,
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liquid or damp dirt. Wait until any freshly cleaned or
shampooed rugs or carpets are completely dry before
attempting to vacuum.
Do not vacuum any toner dust. Toner used in printers or
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copiers, for example, can be electrically conductive.
Do not vacuum up any flammable or combustible liquids
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or gases and do not vacuum in areas where such
substances are stored.
Never touch the roller brush of the Multi Floor XXL
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Electrobrush (included as standard) or the Electro Compact
handheld brush (optional accessory) while it is rotating.
Do not use the Multi Floor XXL Electrobrush (included as
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standard) or the Electro Compact handheld brush (optional
accessory) at head height.
Do not vacuum at head height and do not let the suction
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get anywhere near a person's head.
Keep hair, loose clothing, fingers, and all part of body
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away from openings and moving parts.
Use extra care when cleaning on stairs.
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