Safety Instructions - Hoover SmartWash FH52001 User Manual

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
When using an electrical appliance, basic precautions
should always be followed, including the following:
READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING THIS APPLIANCE.
WARNING:
TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE, ELECTRIC SHOCK, DAMAGE OR
INJURY:
• Fully assemble before operating.
• Operate vacuum only at voltage specified on data label
on back of vacuum canister.
• Do not leave appliance when plugged in. Unplug from
outlet when not in use and before cleaning or servicing.
• Do not use outdoors.
• Do not immerse. Use only on carpet moistened by
cleaning process.
• To Reduce the Risk of Fire and Electric Shock due to
internal component damage, use only HOOVER cleaning
fluid intended for use with this appliance. See the
Cleaning Fluid section section (pg 20) of this manual.
• Do not allow to be used as a toy. Not intended for use by
children age 12 and under. Close supervision is necessary
when used near children. To avoid injury or damage, keep
children away from product, and do not allow children to
place fingers or other objects into any openings.
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• Use only as described in this manual. Use only
manufacturer's recommended attachments and
products.
• Do not use with damaged cord or plug. If appliance is not
working as it should, has been dropped, damaged, left
outdoors, or dropped into water, take it to a service
center prior to continuing use.
• Do not pull or carry by cord, use cord as a handle, close
a door on cord, or pull cord around sharp edges or
corners. Do not place product on cord. Do not run
appliance over cord. Keep cord away from heated
surfaces.
• Do not unplug by pulling on cord. To unplug, grasp the
plug, not the cord.
• Do not handle plug or appliance with wet hands.
• Do not put any object into openings. Do not use with any
opening blocked; keep free of dust, lint, hair and
anything that may reduce air flow.
• Keep hair, loose clothing, fingers, and all parts of body
away from openings and moving parts.
• Turn off all controls before unplugging.
• Use extra care when cleaning on stairs. To avoid
personal injury or damage and to prevent the cleaner
from falling, always place cleaner at bottom of stairs or
on floor. Do not place cleaner on stairs or furniture, as it
may result in injury or damage.
• Do not use to pick up flammable or combustible liquids,
such as gasoline, or fine wood sandings, or use in areas
where they may be present.
• Connect to a properly grounded outlet only. See
Grounding Instructions.
• Do not pick up anything that is burning or smoking, such
as cigarettes, matches, or hot ashes.
• Do not use without filters and tanks in place.
• Do not clean over floor electrical outlets.
WARNING:
This product contains chemicals known to the
State of California to cause cancer, birth defects or reproductive
harm. WASH HANDS AFTER HANDLING.