Safety Precautions And Warnings - Hoover zoom Manual

Safety Precautions & Warnings
IMPORTANT! Always switch off the appliance before cleaning, when not in use or
attempting any maintenance task. The charger must only be connected to an AC power
supply at the voltage shown on the rating label. This cleaner should only be used for its
intended purpose as described in this instruction manual. Never operate the vacuum
cleaner without a dust bag installed.
When using your vacuum cleaner, basic
precautions should always be observed, including
the following;
1. This appliance is not intended for use by
persons (including children) with reduced
physical, sensory, 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.
2. Children should be supervised to ensure that
they do not play with the appliance.
3. To prevent electrical shock, do not immerse
the appliance, battery or power plug into water
or other liquids.
4. To prevent electrical shock, do not use the
vacuum cleaner outdoors or on wet surfaces.
5. Always check the power cord before use, the
power cord and the power plug should be in
a good condition and must not be damaged.
If the power cord is damaged or defective,
it must be replaced by the manufacturer, its
service agent or similarly qualified person in
order to avoid a hazard.
6. The appliance and charger are intended for
domestic indoors use only.
7. Do not unplug the charger by pulling on the
power cord. To unplug, grasp the power
plug, not the power cord and gently pull the
power plug from the power socket. Use only
Australian and New Zealand electrical safety
approved extension cords.
8. Do not pull or carry the appliance by the power
cable, use the power cable as a handle or
pull the power cable around sharp edges or
corners. Avoid running the appliance over
the power cable.
9. Do not handle or operate the appliance with
wet hands. Follow electrical safety precautions
at all times.
10. Extreme caution should be exercised when
using the appliance on stairs.
11. Do not attempt to change the attachments
while the appliance is switched on. Use only
manufacturer's recommended accessories.
12. Do not operate the vacuum cleaner too close
to heaters, radiators or other hot surfaces.
13. Do not use the appliance to pick up flammable
items or combustible liquids (i.e. gasoline,
hot ashes, cigarettes, matches, explosive
materials or anything burning) or use in areas
where such substances and items may be
present.
14. Do not use the appliance to pick up toxic
materials (i.e. chlorine, bleach, ammonia).
15. Never operate or use the appliance without
the filters in place.
16. Before vacuuming, remove any large or sharp
objects from the floor or cleaning surface in
order to prevent damage to the filter.
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