Safety Instructions - Bissell LITTLE GREEN 1400 Series User Manual

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING YOUR PORTABLE DEEP CLEANER.
When using an electrical appliance, basic precautions should be observed, including the following:
WARNING
TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE,
ELECTRIC SHOCK OR INJURY:
» Use only BISSELL® cleaning
products intended for use in this
machine to prevent internal com-
ponent damage. See the Cleaning
formula section of this guide.
» Connect to a properly grounded
outlet only. See grounding
instructions. Do not modify the
3-prong grounded plug.
» Do not leave appliance when
it is plugged in. Unplug from
outlet when not in use and
before servicing.
» Do not expose to rain.
Store indoors.
» Do not allow to be used as a toy.
Close attention is necessary when
used by or near children.
» Do not use for any purpose other
than described in this user guide.
Use only manufacturer's recom-
mended attachments.
» Do not handle plug or appliance
with wet hands.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
FOR FUTURE USE
This model is for household use only. Commercial use of this unit voids the manufacturer's warranty.
WARNING
Improper connection of the equipment-grounding conductor can
result in a risk of electrical shock. Check with a qualified electrician
or service person if you aren't sure if the outlet is properly grounded.
DO NOT MODIFY THE PLUG. If it will not fit the outlet, have a proper
outlet installed by a qualified electrician. This appliance is designed
for use on a nominal 120-volt circuit, and has a grounding attachment
plug that looks like the plug in the illustration. Make certain that the
appliance is connected to an outlet having the same configuration as
the plug. No plug adapter should be used with this appliance.
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» 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 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 put any object into
openings. Do not use with any
opening blocked; keep openings
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 plug-
ging or unplugging appliance.
» Use extra care when cleaning
on stairs.
» Do not use to pick up flammable
or combustible materials (lighter
fluid, gasoline, kerosene, etc.)
or use in areas where they may
be present.
» Keep appliance on a level surface.
GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS
This appliance must be connected to a grounded wiring system. If it
should malfunction or break down, grounding provides a safe path
of least resistance for electrical current, reducing the risk of electrical
shock. The cord for this appliance has
an equipment-grounding conductor
and a grounding plug. It must only be
plugged into an outlet that is properly
installed and grounded in accordance
with all local codes and ordinances.
» Do not use appliance in an
enclosed space filled with vapors
given off by oil-based paint, paint
thinner, some moth-proofing
substances, flammable dust, or
other explosive or toxic vapors.
» Do not use to pick up toxic
material (chlorine bleach,
ammonia, drain cleaner, etc.).
» Do not pick up anything that
is burning or smoking, such as
cigarettes, matches or hot ashes.
» Do not carry the appliance while
in use.
» Do not immerse. Use only on sur-
faces moistened by the cleaning
process.
» Do not use with damaged cord or
plug. If appliance is not working as
it should, has been dropped, dam-
aged, left outdoors, or dropped
into water, have it repaired at an
authorized service center.
Grounded
Outlets
Grounding Pin