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double-insulated appliance must be identical to the
parts they replace. A double insulated appliance is
marked with the words "DOUBLE INSULATION" or
"DOUBLE INSULATED." The symbol (square within
a square) may also be used on the product.
The machine is equipped with a specially designed
cord which if damaged, must be replaced by a cord
of the same type. This is available at authorised
service centres and dealers and must be installed by
trained personnel.
1.9.1 Only applicable to UK.
Please read these essential instructions
These instructions have been prepared with safety
and efficiency paramount.
The machine operator must be trained by a suit-
ably qualified instructor and must understand these
instructions for use, and be made aware of any rel-
evant regulations and legislation in force at the time
of use.
1.9.2 Electrical connections
CAUTION
DOUBLE-INSULATED MACHINES -
IMPORTANT:
This 240 volt 50 Hz. machine are fitted with a
13 amp. 3 pin moulded plug. The plug is fit-
ted with a 13 amp. detachable fuse. The cor-
rect replacement for the fuse is identified by
marking or colour coding. Only fuses that are
ASTA approved to BS 1362 should be fitted.
Never use the plug without the fuse cover fit-
ted. Replacement fuse covers are available at
any electrical retail outlet.
If the available socket outlet is not suitable for the
plug supplied, the plug must be cut off and an ap-
propriate plug fitted. The plug thus cut off MUST BE
DESTROYED for safety reasons before being dis-
posed of.
Machines built for other voltages and frequencies
are not normally supplied with a fitted plug.
If it is necessary to fit a plug, the wires in this power
supply cord are coloured in accordance with the fol-
lowing code:
1.9.3 Blue-neutral brown-live
TO CONNECT THE NEW PLUG:
If using a three-pin plug, do
not make any connection to
the the terminal in the plug
which is marked with the let-
ter 'E' or by the safety earth
symbol or coloured green or
green & yellow.
The blue wire must be connected to the terminal in
the plug which is marked with the letter 'N' or is col-
oured black or blue.
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The brown wire which must be connected to the ter-
minal in the plug which is marked with the letter 'L' or
is coloured red or brown.
If the plug to be fitted does not conform to the above
notation then consult a qualified electrician.
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Risks
2.1
Electrical components
DANGER
The upper section of the vacuum cleaner con-
tains live components.
Contact with live components leads to serious
or even fatal injuries.
•
Never spray water on to the upper section
of the vacuum cleaner.
DANGER
Electric shock due to faulty mains connecting
lead.
Touching a faulty mains connecting lead can
result in serious 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.
•
If the electric cable is damaged, it must be
replaced by an authorized Nilfisk distribu-
tor or similar qualified person in order to
avoid a hazard.
•
In no circumstances should the power
supply cord be wrapped around fingers or
any part of the operators person.
CAUTION
Appliance socket.*
The appliance socket is only designed for the
purposes defined in the operating instructions.
The connection of different appliances can re-
sult in damage.
•
Prior to plugging in an appliance, always
switch off the vacuum cleaner and the ap-
pliance that is to be connected.
•
Read the operating instructions to the ap-
pliance to be connected and observe the
safety notes contained in these.
CAUTION
Damage due to unsuitable mains voltage.
The appliance can be damaged as a result of
being connected to an unsuitable mains volt-
age.
•
Ensure that the voltage shown on the rat-
ing plate corresponds to the voltage of the
local mains power supply.
*)
Optional accessories / Option depending on model
Original instruction
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