Important Safety Instructions - Dyson DC21 Instruction Manual

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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING THIS VACUUM CLEANER
When using this product, basic precautions should always be followed, including the following:
WARNING
Do not allow use by children or anyone unable to operate the vacuum properly.
Consult your flooring manufacturer's recommended instructions before vacuuming and caring for your flooring,
rugs and carpets. Some carpets will fuzz if a rotating brushbar is used when vacuuming. If this happens, we
recommend vacuuming in bare floors mode and consulting with your flooring manufacturer.
The brushbar will reset to 'ON' each time you start the machine and put it in the cleaning position.
Do not use your vacuum cleaner outdoors or on wet surfaces.
If used in a garage, care should be taken to wipe the soleplate and wheels with a dry cloth after vacuuming to
clean off any sand, dirt or pebbles which could damage delicate floors.
If the cable is damaged, turn power off and disconnect from the socket outlet immediately. The cable must only be
replaced by Dyson Canada Ltd. or our appointed service agent to avoid a hazard.
Take extra care when vacuuming on stairs; always work with the vacuum cleaner at the bottom of the stairs. Keep
the vacuum cleaner on the floor. Do not put the vacuum cleaner on chairs, tables etc.
The use of an extension cord is not recommended.
Do not lubricate any parts, or carry out any maintenance or repair work other than that shown in this manual, or as
advised by the Dyson Helpline.
If the vacuum cleaner is not functioning properly, has been dropped, damaged, left outdoors, or immersed in
liquid, contact the Dyson Helpline.
Check to ensure your electricity supply corresponds to that shown on the rating plate which can be found behind the
Clear bin TM . The vacuum cleaner must only be used as rated.
Switch off and unplug the vacuum cleaner before changing accessories, removing the Clear bin
checking for blockages or before performing any other maintenance operation.
Ensure that the washable filter is completely dry before refitting into the vacuum cleaner.
TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE, ELECTRIC SHOCK, OR INJURY :
1 Do not leave appliance when plugged in. Unplug from electrical outlet when not in use and before servicing.
2 Do not use outdoors or on wet surfaces or to vacuum water or other liquids – electric shock could occur and
personal injury could occur.
3 Do not allow use by children or anyone unable to operate the vacuum properly.
4 Do not allow to be used as a toy. Close attention is necessary when used near children.
5 Use only as described in this manual. Use only with Dyson-recommended attachments, accessories, and
replacement parts.
6 Check to ensure your electricity supply corresponds to that shown on the rating plate, which can be found
behind the Clear bin
7 If the appliance is not working as it should, has been dropped, damaged, left outdoors, or immersed in liquid,
contact the Dyson Helpline at 1-877-397-6622.
8 Do not use with a damaged cord or plug. Do not pull or carry by the cord; do not use the cord as a handle;
do not close a door on the cord or pull the cord around sharp edges or corners. Do not run the machine over
the cord. Keep the cord away from heated surfaces and open flames.
9 Do not unplug by pulling on the cord. To unplug, grasp the plug, not the cord.
10 Do not handle the plug or appliance with wet hands.
11 Do not use the appliance without the Clear bin
12 Do not put any object into openings in the machine. Do not use with any opening blocked; keep free of dust,
lint, hair, and anything that may reduce air flow.
13 Keep hair, loose clothing, fingers, and all parts of body away from openings and moving parts such as the
brushbar.
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