Important Safety Precautions - Dyson DC27 Operating Manual

IMPORTANT SAFETY PRECAUTIONS

READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING THIS VACUUM CLEANER
When using an electrical appliance, basic precautions should always be followed, including the following:
WARNING
TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE, ELECTRIC SHOCK, OR INJURY:
1. Do not leave vacuum cleaner when plugged in. Unplug from outlet when not in use and before servicing.
2. Do not use outdoors or on wet surfaces.
3. Do not allow to be used as a toy. Close attention is necessary when used by or near children.
4. This vacuum cleaner 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.
5. Use only as described in this manual. Use only Dyson recommended attachments.
6. Do not use with damaged cable or plug. If the supply cable is damaged, it must be replaced by Dyson Ltd, our
service agent or similarly qualified persons in order to avoid a hazard. If vacuum cleaner is not working as it should,
has been dropped, damaged, left outdoors, or dropped into water, do not use, contact the Dyson Customer Care
Helpline.
7. Do not pull or carry by cable, use cable as a handle, close a door on cable, or pull cable around sharp edges or
corners. Do not run vacuum cleaner over cable. Keep cable away from heated surfaces.
8. Do not unplug by pulling on cable. To unplug, grasp the plug, not the cable.
9. Do not handle plug or vacuum cleaner with wet hands.
10. 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.
11. Keep hair, loose clothing, fingers, and all parts of body away from openings and moving parts, such as the
brush bar.
12. Turn off all controls before unplugging.
13. Use extra care when cleaning on stairs.
14. Do not use to pick up flammable or combustible liquids, such as petrol, or use in areas where they may be present.
15. Do not pick up anything that is burning or smoking, such as cigarettes, matches, or hot ashes.
16. Do not use without clear bin
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
THIS VACUUM CLEANER IS INTENDED FOR HOUSEHOLD USE ONLY
Do not pull on Do not store near
the cable. heat sources.
and filters in place.
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Do not use near Do not run over
naked flame. the cable.
Do not pick up Do not pick up
water or liquids. burning objects.
Do not use above Do not put hands
you on the stairs. near the brush bar
when the vacuum
cleaner is in use.
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