This Document; Important Safety Instructions - Viper ECO15 Quick Start Manual

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This document

This document contains the safety information relevant
for the appliance along with a quick reference guide.
Prior to using the appliance for the first
time, be sure to read this document
through and keep it ready to hand.
Further support
For further queries, please contact the VIPER service
representative responsible for your country. See re-
verse of this document.

Important safety instructions

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Danger that leads directly to serious or irreversible in-
juries, or even death.
Danger that can lead to serious injuries or even death.
Danger that can lead to minor injuries and damage.
The appliance must
• only be used by persons, who have been instructed
in its correct usage and explicitly commissioned with
the task of operating it
• only be operated under supervision
• not be used by children
Do not use any unsafe work techniques.

Never use the vacuum cleaner without a filter.

Switch off the appliance and disconnect the mains

plug in the following situations:
- Prior to cleaning and servicing
- Prior to replacing components
Besides the operating instructions and the binding ac-
cident prevention regulations valid in the country of
use, observe recognised regulations for safety and
proper use.
Purpose and intended use
When used properly, the appliance described in this in-
structions is suitable for picking up dry, non-flammable
dusts.
The appliance is suitable for commercial use, such as e.g.
in
• Hotels, Schools, Hospitals, Factories, Shops, Offices,
Hire shops
Any other use is considered as improper use. The manu-
facturer accepts no liability for any damage resulting from
such use. The risk for such use is borne solely by the
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user.
Proper use also includes proper operation, servicing and
repairs as specified by the manufacturer.
Storage
Store the appliance in a dry place, protected from frost.

Electrical connection
It is recommended that the vacuum cleaner should be

connected via a residual current circuit breaker.
Arrange the electrical parts (sockets, plugs and cou-

plings) and lay down the extension lead so that the
protection class is maintained.
Connectors and couplings of power supply cords and

extension leads must be watertight.
Extension lead
As an extension lead, only use the version specified by

the manufacturer or one of a higher quality.
When using an extension lead, check the minimum

cross-sections of the cable:
Cable length
up to 20 m
20 to 50 m
Warranty
Our general conditions of business are applicable with
regard to the guarantee.
Unauthorised modifications to the appliance, the use of
incorrect brushes in addition to using the appliance in a
way other than for the intended purpose exempt the man-
ufacturer from any liability for the resulting damage.
Tests and approvals
Electrical tests must be performed in accordance with the
provisions of safety regulations (BGV A3) and to DIN VDE
0701 Part 1 and Part 3. In accordance with DIN VDE 0702
these tests must be performed at regular intervals and
after repairs or modifications.
Risks
Electrical components
Electric shock due to faulty mains connecting lead.
Touching a faulty mains connecting lead can result in seri-
ous or even fatal injuries.
Do not damage the mains power lead (e.g. by driving

over it, pulling or crushing it).
Regularly check whether the power cord is damaged

or shows signs of ageing.
Have the faulty mains connecting lead replaced by

Cross section
< 16 A < 25 A
1.5 mm 2.5 mm
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2.5 mm 4.0 mm
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