Safety Information And Warnings - Ryobi VC20HD Owner's Operating Manual

SAFETY INFORMATION AND WARNINGS

WARNING
This appliance complies with the
compulsory safety regulations for electric
equipment. However, improper use can be
harmful to people and property. Please read
these operating instructions carefully and
completely before switching the appliance
on. Keep the operating instructions, the
guarantee certificate, the receipt, as well as
the packaging and packaging material if at
all possible.
This appliance is designed solely for use in the
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private sector and for the designated purpose.
The appliance is not suitable for commercial
use. Don't use the appliance outdoors (unless it
has been specifically designed for use
outdoors). Don't subject the appliance to heat,
direct sunshine or very high moisture (e.g.rain).
Never immerse the appliance in liquids and be
aware of sharp edges that may damage it.
Never use the appliance with wet or damp
hands. Unplug it immediately if the appliance
becomes wet or damp when it is running. Don't
immerse the appliance in water.
This wet/dry vacuum cleaner may only be used
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and kept in a private home.
The appliance is designed to vacuum up
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materials that are not hazardous to your health
and that are not flammable.
Never hold the connectors in front of your face
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(expecially your eyes, ears, etc.) Never direct
the nozzle towards persons or animals.
Only use the appliance for its designated
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purpose. Any other types of use are at your own
risk and are possibly dangerous.
Other uses and unattended operation are not
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allowed.
The manufacturer cannot be made responsible
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for damages that are caused by improper use or
incorrect operation.
Wear protective clothing and gloves.
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Connect the appliance only to a 240 volt
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alternating current receptacle. The receptacle
should be protected by a 10-amp fuse.
Make sure that the correct dust bag has been
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inserted securely in its holder before using the
appliance. The wrong dust bag or incorrectly
installed dust bags can cause damage to the
appliance and cause the guarantee to become
void.
If the power cord is damaged, it must be
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completely replaced along with the cable
cylinder by an AUTHORISED SERVICE
CENTRE or other QUALIFIED SERVICE
ORGANISATION.
Do not vacuum up ashes, hot coals and the like,
large fragments of glass and sharp objects.
Don't vacuum up any toner dust, which is used
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in printers and copiers for example, because it
is electrically conductive. In addition, it is
possible that it will not be completely filtered out
by the filter system of the wet/dry vacuum
cleaner and can be released into the air via the
exhaust fan.
Never vacuum flammable or poisonous liquids
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like petrol, oil, acids, or other volatile
substances.
Don't vacuum up liquids that are hotter than 60°
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or any poisonous or flammable dusts.
Never lay the appliance on its side. Pay
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particular attention to a horizontal position and
adequate stability on stairs.
Always unplug the appliance after use and
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before cleaning or changing the filters or
accessories.
Only trained specialists may make repairs on
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electric equipment. Improper repairs could
result in considerable danger to the user.
Do not store the appliance directly beside a hot
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oven or radiator.
Children, disabled persons, and the aged are
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often not aware of the dangers that can result
from handling electric appliances. The above
mentioned persons and untrained persons must
never work with this electrical appliance.
When cleaning or removing the appliance,
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always switch it off. Pull the plug out of the
receptacle, if you are not going to use the
appliance for an extended period of time. Never
pull on the cable to unplug the appliance, rather
pull on the plug itself. Also, remove any special
accessories from the appliance.
Always keep the appliance clean. Don't use any
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solvents or cleaners that may damage or be
harmful to the appliance or user.
Never leave the appliance switched on
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unattended. If you leave the work area, switch
the appliance off or unplug it from the receptacle
(don't pull the cord, but use the plug).
In order to protect children from electric
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household appliances, make sure that the cable
can't cause children to stumble and don't give
children access to the appliance.
Never use the appliance when you are under
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the influence of medication, alcohol or drugs, if
you are currently under medical care, or if you
are tired.
Check the appliance and the power cord
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regularly for any possible damage. Don't use
damaged appliances.
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