Correct Use - Miele SEB 216 Operating Instructions Manual

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Do not let the vacuum cleaner, the Electrobrush, the electro tele-
scopic suction tube and the electro suction hose get wet. Clean only
with a dry cloth or slightly damp cloth when disconnected from the
mains supply.
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The Electrobrush, electro telescopic suction tube and the electro
suction hose contain electrical cables. The plug connectors must not
come in contact with water. Danger of electric shock. They should
only be cleaned with a dry cloth.
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Repairs should only be carried out on the vacuum cleaner, the
Electrobrush, the electro telescopic suction tube and the electro suc-
tion hose by a Miele authorised service technician. Repairs and other
work by unqualified persons can cause considerable danger to
users.
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Caution: The vacuum cleaner handle, hose and Electrobrush con-
tain electrical connections. The handle, hose and Electrobrush are
not parts which can be serviced by the user.
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The hose should be checked regularly for signs of damage. Do not
use the hose if it is damaged.

Correct use

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Never touch the roller brush while it is rotating.
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Do not use the Electrobrush at head level.
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Keep the Electrobrush away from curtains, clothing, etc. as these
could be vacuumed in and become entangled in the roller brush.
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Do not vacuum up anything which has been burning or is still
glowing e.g. cigarettes, ashes or coal, whether glowing or apparently
extinguished.
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Do not vacuum up any inflammable or combustible liquids or
gases and do not vacuum in areas where such substances are
stored.
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