Philips FC8149 User Manual page 7

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- Do not use the appliance if the mains cord, the plug or the appliance
itself is damaged.
- If the mains cord is damaged, you must have it replaced by Philips, a
service centre authorised by Philips or similarly qualified persons in
order to avoid a hazard.
- This appliance 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.
- Children should be supervised to ensure that they do not play with the
appliance.
- Do not point the hose, the tube or any other accessory at the eyes
or ears nor put it in your mouth when it is connected to the vacuum
cleaner and the vacuum cleaner is switched on.
Caution
- Do not suck up large objects as this may cause the air passage in the
tube or hose to become obstructed.
- When you use the vacuum cleaner to vacuum ashes, fine sand, lime,
cement dust and similar substances, the pores of the dust container
filters and the motor protection filter become clogged. If you notice a
strong decrease in suction power, clean the dust container filters and
the motor protection filter.
- Always unplug the appliance before you empty the dust container or
clean the filters.
- Never use the appliance without the motor protection filter. This could
damage the motor and shorten the life of the appliance.
- Only use the Philips filter cone supplied with the appliance.
- Noise level: Lc= 82 dB(A)
Electromagnetic fields (EMF)
This Philips appliance complies with all standards regarding electromagnetic
fields (EMF). If handled properly and according to the instructions in this
user manual, the appliance is safe to use based on scientific evidence
available today.
preparing for use
hose
1 To connect the hose, push it into the appliance ('click').
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