Warning And Safety Instructions - Miele s5981 Operating Instrucctions

Warning and Safety instructions

This appliance conforms to current
safety requirements. Improper use
of the appliance can, however,
present a risk of both personal injury
and material damage.
To avoid the risk of accidents and
damage to the appliance, please
read these instructions carefully
before installation and before using
it for the first time. They contain
important information on its safety,
installation, use and maintenance.
Keep these instructions in a safe
place and ensure new users are
familiar with the content. Pass them
on to any future owner.
Correct application
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This vacuum cleaner is designed for
domestic use and for use in similar
environments by guests in hotel or
motel rooms, bed & breakfasts and
other typical living quarters. This does
not include common/shared facilities or
commercial facilities within hotels,
motels or bed & breakfasts.
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The appliance is not suitable for
outdoor use.
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This vacuum cleaner must only be
used to vacuum dry floor surfaces. Do
not use on people or animals.
Any other usage, modification or
alteration is at the owner's risk and
could be dangerous. Miele cannot be
held liable for damage resulting from
incorrect or improper use or operation.
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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.
Safety with children
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Children should be supervised to
ensure that they do not play with the
appliance. Keep children away from the
appliance at all times to avoid the risk
of injury.
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Older children may only use the
vacuum cleaner if its operation has been
clearly explained to them, and they are
able to use it safely, recognising the
dangers of incorrect use.
Technical safety
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Ensure that the connection data on
the data plate (voltage and frequency)
match the mains electricity supply. This
data must correspond in order to avoid
the risk of damage to the appliance.
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The wall socket must be protected
against short circuit by a delay fuse
16 A or 10 A.
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Before installation, check the
appliance for visible signs of damage.
Do not use a damaged appliance. A
damaged appliance could be
dangerous.