General Safety Instructions - Pacvac THRIFT Product & Training Manual

General Safety Instructions

1. This Manual shall be considered an integral part
of the machine and should be carefully looked
after for subsequent reference.
2. WARNING Read this instruction manual before
using this machine and always follow the Safety
and Maintenance instructions.
3. WARNING Operators shall be adequately instructed
on the use of this machine.
4. WARNING This machine is not suitable for picking
up hazardous dust (Contact Pacvac for specific
equipment for this use).
5. WARNING Do not use this machine in wet conditions.
6. CAUTION This machine is for indoor use only.
7. CAUTION This machine shall be stored indoors only.
8. The electrical specifications of this machine are
noted on the data plate which is located near the
power switch. Ensure the specifications correspond
to those of the mains power supply in your area.
If the machine is without a data plate, contact the
place of purchase immediately.
9. Do not restrict the vacuum cleaner's airflow.
Maintain the vacuum cleaner regularly so that all
filters and openings are free of dust, lint, hair
build-up or anything else which may affect airflow.
Refer to the maintenance instructions in the
Product & Training Manual.
10. If the machine has been dropped, damaged, left
outdoors or has been exposed to liquids, return it
to your local authorised Pacvac Service Centre for
a safety check.
11. Do not use the machine to pick up flammable
or combustible liquids, such as petrol etc. and
do not use in areas where they may be present.
12. Do not vacuum anything that is burning or smoking
such as cigarettes or hot ashes.
13. Do not vacuum up hard or sharp objects such as
glass, nails, screws etc.
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14. Keep hair, loose clothing, fingers and all parts of
the body away from moving parts and openings.
15. Keep the machine and power cord away from
heated surfaces.
16. Do not unplug the machine while it is turned on.
Turn the machine off, turn the power off at the
power outlet then unplug by grasping the plug
and pulling gently to unplug.
17. Do not handle the machine, power cord or plug
with wet hands.
18. Unplug from power point when not in use, before
servicing or before changing filters and attachments.
19. Do not pull or carry the machine by the power cord.
20. Do not close doors on the power cord and do
not pull the cord around sharp edges or corners.
21. Regularly check the power cord for damage, such
as cuts, abrasions, exposed wiring or aging. If the
power cord or plug is damaged, the complete
power cord must be replaced by your local
authorised Pacvac Service Centre in order to avoid
an electric shock. The power cord should only be
replaced with a Pacvac Genuine Spare Part with
the same specifications.
22. Store in an appropriate place after use to prevent
tripping accidents.
23. 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 machine by
a person responsible for their safety. Children
should be supervised to ensure that they do not
play with this machine.
24. Use only the manufacturer's recommended
attachments and/or replacement parts.