Important Safety Instruction; Safety Guidelines - Definitions; Polarization Instruction; Safety Direction - Black & Decker BDST1600 Series Instruction Manual

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTION

SAFETY GUIDELINES - DEFINITIONS

It is important for you to read and understand this manual.
The information it contains relates to protecting YOUR SAFETY and PREVENTING
PROBLEMS. The symbols below are used to help you recognize this information.
DANGER:
avoided, will result in death or serious injury.
WARNING:
an electrical appliance, make sure you follow the safety measure below:
READ CAREFULLY ALL THE RECOMMENDATIONS BEFORE USING YOUR
VACUUM CLEANER
CAUTION:
avoided, may result in minor or moderate injury.
NOTICE:
hazardous situation which, if not avoided, may result in property damage.
When using an electrical appliance, basic
precautions should always be followed,
including the following:
READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS
BEFORE USING THE
APPLIANCE.
WARNING:
using this appliance, read and follow
all warnings and instructions in this
manual, even if you are familiar with
this product.
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. Young children should be
supervised to ensure that they do not play
with the appliance.

POLARIZATION INSTRUCTION

To reduce the risk of electric shock, this
appliance has a polarized plug (one blade
is wider than the other). This plug will fit
in a polarized outlet only one way. If the
plug does not fit fully in the outlet, reverse
the plug. If it still does not fit, contact a
qualified electrician to install the proper
outlet. Do not change the plug in any way.
Indicates an imminently hazardous situation which, if not
To avoid all risks of fire, electrocution or injury, when using
Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not
Used without the safety alert symbol indicates potentially
Before

Safety Direction

Please read this instruction manual
carefully before first use. It is advisable
to keep this instruction manual for future
reference.
DO NOT vacuum water, wet objects,
liquids, ashes, hot coals, cigarette butts,
matches or any hot, smoking or burning
objects, etc.
DO NOT pick up flammable or
combustible materials (i.e. lighter fluid,
petrol, kerosene, etc.) or use in the
presence of explosive liquids or vapor.
DO NOT pick up toxic material (i.e.
chlorine bleach, ammonia, drain cleaner,
etc.)
DO NOT vacuum Toner (for laser printer,
copy machines etc.) as there is a risk of
fire and explosion.
DO NOT vacuum plaster, cement etc. as
the filter can become blocked.
DO NOT use vacuum without all the filters
fitted.
DO NOT store or use the appliance near
high temperature areas.
DO NOT run over the power cord with the
vacuum cleaner.
DO NOT use vacuum cleaner if it is
blocked. Turn off and clear all blockages
before continuing.
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