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This information has been compiled by the Vacuum Cleaner Manufacturer's Associa-
tion working with government and private sources, concerned with product safety.
These basic guidelines are for your protection and convenience.
THIS CLEANER IS INTENDED FOR HOUSEHOLD USE ONLY
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
When you use an appliance, basic precautions should always be followed, including the
following:
READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE YOU USE THE APPLIANCE
ALWAYS FOLLOW THESE SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
WARNING: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF
FIRE, ELECTRIC SHOCK OR INJURY:
Look on your vacuum cleaner and follow all
label and marking instructions.
Electric shock could occur if used outdoors or
on wet surfaces.
Do not let children play with the vacuum clean-
er. Watch closely when the vacuum cleaner is
used by or near children.
Do not use the vacuum cleaner to pick up flam-
mable or combustible liquids or fumes, such as
gasoline, or use in areas where they may be
present.
Keep the vacuum cleaner on the floor. Only the
hand-held vacuum cleaners may be set on
furniture.
Unplug the vacuum cleaner if you leave the
room. Unplug it when it is not in use and before
you service it.
Keep end of hose, wands and other openings
away from your face and body. Keep your hands,
feet, hair and clothing away from moving parts.
Only use attachments and hoses recommended
by the manufacturer. Use the vacuum cleaner only
as stated in this manual.
Turn all controls to "OFF", before unplugging
the vacuum cleaner.
Do not use an extension cord with this vacuum
cleaner.
Do not touch the plug or the vacuum cleaner
with wet hands.
Do not use the power cord to pull or carry the
vacuum cleaner. Do not use the power cord as a
handle. Do not shut any door on the cord or pull
the cord around sharp edges or corners. Keep the
cord away from heated surfaces. Do not run the
vacuum cleaner over the cord.
Do not use vacuum cleaner with a damaged
cord or plug. Do not use vacuum cleaner if work-
ing improperly, dropped, damaged, left outdoors
or dropped in water. First, send to service center
for check and repair.
Do not use the vacuum cleaner without dustbag
or filters in place.
Store the vacuum cleaner indoors. Put the vac-
uum cleaner away after use to prevent tripping
accidents.
Do not pull on the cord to unplug the vacuum
cleaner. Grasp the plug instead.
Be most careful when vacuum cleaning on
stairs.
Do not put any object into the vacuum cleaner
vent or other openings. Do not turn the vacuum
cleaner on if something is blocking an opening.
Keep vents free of things that slow air flow, such
as
dust, lint and hair.
Do not pick up anything that is hot, smoking or
burning. Do not pick up cigarettes, hot ashes or
matches.
Always turn off the vacuum cleaner before con-
necting or removing either the hose or the mo-
torized nozzle.
Using improper voltage may result in damage to
motor and possible injury to user. Proper voltage
is listed on the cleaner plate.
Approved by the Vacuum Cleaners Manufacturer's Association Executive Committee,
April 29, 1987.
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