WERTHEIM Dog & Cat W2000 User Manual page 6

SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
12. Do not unplug by pulling on the power
cord. To unplug, grasp and pull the
power plug not the power cord. Use
only Australian and New Zealand
electrical safety approved extension
cords.
13. Hold the plug when rewinding onto
the cord reel. To prevent accidental
injury do not allow the plug to whip
when rewinding.
14. Do not handle or operate the
appliance with wet hands. Follow
electrical safety precautions at all
times.
15. Do not use the machine to vacuum
water or liquids, this vacuum is for dry
household use only.
16. To prevent electrical shock, do not
immerse the appliance, power cord
or power plug into water or any other
liquids.
17. To prevent electrical shock, do not use
the vacuum cleaner outdoors or on wet
surfaces.
18. Extreme caution should be exercised
when using the appliance on stairs.
19. Never clean the vacuum cleaner or
any of the electrical parts, especially
the electrical connections with water
or liquid cleaners.
20. Do not attempt to change the
attachments while the appliance is
plugged into the mains power supply.
Switch off and remove plug from mains
power supply. Use only manufacturer's
recommended accessories.
21. Ensure the appliance is disconnected
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(CONT'D)
from the mains power supply before
connecting the hose to the unit.
22. Do not operate or use the appliance
without filters in place.
23. If the air inlet, floor head or the
telescopic wand is blocked, switch off
the cleaner straight away and remove
from the mains power supply. First clear
the blocked object before attempting
to start the cleaner again.
24. Do not leave the appliance
unattended when it is connected
to a mains power supply.
25. Before cleaning the filters or carrying
out any maintenance, always switch off
the vacuum cleaner and disconnect
the plug from the mains power supply.
26. Do not use the vacuum cleaner
if it is damaged or breaks down.
Check the electrical components
regularly for defects. If connection
cables, electrical hoses, electrical
contacts and electric tubes are
damaged, have them replaced
immediately.
27. Never attempt to make any
modifications to the vacuum cleaner.
28. Always store the appliance indoors
in a cool and dry place.
29. Damage caused by improper use or
by not observing the instructions in this
manual will void the warranty.