General Safety Information - Hoover HQ86-GC-M User Manual

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GENERAL SAFETY INFORMATION

This vacuum cleaner is intended for household use only and NOT for commercial or industrial use.
Please keep instructions for further use.
When using the vacuum cleaner basic safety precautions should always be observed, including the following:
1. This handheld is for indoor use only.
2. For dry debris use, not to be used on wet surfaces.
3. Keep fingers, hair and loose clothing from moving parts and openings whilst using the handheld.
4. Only Hoover recommend charger, tools and accessories should be used with this handheld.
5. This appliance can be used by children aged from 8 years and above and persons with reduced physical, sensory or
mental capabilities or lack of experience and knowledge if they have been given supervision or instruction
concerning use of the appliance in a safe way and understand the hazards involved. Children shall not play with the
appliance. Cleaning and user maintenance shall not be made by children without supervision.
6. Don't charge the handheld outdoors
7. Don't use this handheld if it has been dropped, damaged, immersed in water or left outdoors.
8. Don't run over the charger cord or use handheld if the Charger cord or plug is damaged.
9. Don't handle the plug or use the handheld with wet hands.
10. Don't throw the handheld into fire or expose to high temperatures, as the handheld contains a rechargeable nickel
cadmium battery which may cause damage or burst.
11. Don't pull or carry this handheld by the charger cord. Don't use the charger cord as a handle, pull the charger cord around
corners or sharp edges or close a door over the charger cord. Don't unplug handheld by pulling on the charger cord.
12. Don't attempt to remove blockages with sharp objects as this may cause damage to your handheld.
13. Don't use the handheld charger with incorrect voltage as this may result in damage or injury to the user. The correct
voltage is listed on the ratings label.
14. Don't vacuum up hot coals, cigarette butts, matches or smoking hot burning items or use in an area where there
may be harmful fluids (chlorine, bleach, and ammonia drain cleaner).
15. Always make sure filter and dirt container are fitted correctly before using your handheld.
16. Always turn off the Gator handheld vacuum and disconnect the charger before carrying out any maintenance.
17. Turn off all controls on the handheld before disconnecting or connecting the charger.
18. Take extra care when cleaning on the stairs.
19. Always replace the fuse in the plug with a 13amp fuse.
20. Always protect the charger cable from heated surfaces or near open flames.
21. Use only CE approved 13amp extension cords, non-approved extension cords may overheat. Care should be taken to
arrange the extension cord as it can be a trip hazard.
22. Always carry the handheld by the handle.
23. Store your handheld in a cool, dry area.
Please keep instructions for further use.