Hoover 5014 Pets Instruction Manual page 6

Safety Precautions & Warnings
(continued)
13. Do not use the appliance to pick up
flammable items or combustible liquids
(i.e. petrol, hot ashes, cigarettes, matches,
explosive materials or anything burning) or use
in areas where such substances and items
may be present.
14. Do not use the appliance to pick up toxic
materials (i.e. chlorine bleach, ammonia).
15. Ensure the appliance is disconnected from the
mains power supply before connecting the
hose to the unit.
16. Do not operate or use the appliance without
the dust bag and/or filters in place.
17. Before vacuuming, remove any large or sharp
objects from the floor or cleaning surface in
order to prevent damage to the filter.
18. If the hose inlet, floor head or the telescopic
tube is blocked, switch off the cleaner straight
away and remove from the mains power. First
clear the blocked object before attempting to
start the vacuum cleaner again.
19. Hold the plug when rewinding onto the cord
reel. To prevent accidental injury do not allow
the plug to whip when rewinding.
20. Do not extend the power cable beyond the
yellow mark.
21. Do not leave the appliance unattended when
it is connected to a mains power supply.
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22. Before carrying out any maintenance service
or cleaning the filters, always switch off the
vacuum cleaner and disconnect the plug from
power supply.
23. Keep ends of the hose, telescopic tube and
other openings away from your face and body.
24. Do not use the vacuum cleaner if it is
damaged or breaks down. Check the
electrical regularly for defects. If connection
cables, electrical hoses, electrical contacts
and electric tubes are damaged, have them
replaced immediately.
25. Never clean the vacuum cleaner or any of
the electrical parts, especially the electrical
connections with water or liquid cleaners.
26. Never attempt to make any modifications
electrically to the vacuum cleaner.
27. Always store the appliance indoors in a cool
and dry place.
28. Do not pick up water, dry household use only.
29. Damage caused by improper use or by not
observing the instructions in this manual will
void warranty.