Miele SGDE0 Operating Instructions Manual page 8

en - IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
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The Electrobrush, electric wand and electric hose con-
tain power cords. The plug connectors must not come in
contact with water. Danger of electric shock. They should
only be cleaned with a dry cloth.
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Repairs should only be carried out on the vacuum
cleaner, the Electrobrush, the electric wand and the elec-
tric hose by a Miele-authorized service technician. Repairs
by unqualified persons can cause considerable danger to
users.
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Defective components should be replaced by Miele orig-
inal parts only. Only with these parts can safety of the ap-
pliance be assured as intended by the manufacturer.
Proper use
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To avoid the risk of damage, do not use the vacuum
cleaner without the FilterBag, dust compartment filter and
exhaust filter in place.
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The dust compartment cover will not close without a Fil-
terBag inserted. Do not force it.
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Do not vacuum up anything which has been burning or
smoking, e.g., cigarettes, ashes or hot ash, whether glow-
ing or apparently extinguished.
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Do not use the vacuum cleaner to vacuum up any water,
liquid or damp dirt. Wait until any freshly cleaned or sham-
pooed rugs or carpets are completely dry before attempt-
ing to vacuum.
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