Safety Instructions - Hoover SMARTWASH+ User Manual

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
READ ALL SAFETY WARNINGS AND INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING THIS
WARNING:
When using an electrical product,
basic precautions should always be followed to avoid
electric shock, fire, and/or serious injury, including
the following:
• Fully assemble product prior to use.
• Operate cleaner only at voltage specified on
data plate on lower back of cleaner.
• Do not leave appliance when plugged in. Unplug
from outlet when not in use and before cleaning
or servicing.
• Use indoors only. Do not immerse in water. Use
only on surfaces moistened by the cleaning
process.
• To Reduce the Risk of Fire and Electric Shock
due to internal component damage, use only
Hoover Cleaning Fluids intended for use with
®
this appliance. See the Cleaning Fluid section
(page 12) of this manual.
• 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
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use of the appliance by a person responsible for
their safety. Children should be supervised to
ensure that they do not play with the appliance.
• Use only as described in this manual. Use only
manufacturer's recommended attachments and
products.
• Do not use product with damaged cord or plug. If
product is not working as it should, has been
dropped, damaged, left outdoors, or dropped into
water, call customer service at 1300 698 130
prior to continuing use.
• 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 place product on
cord. 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 handle plug or appliance with wet hands.
• Do not put any object into openings. Do not use
with any opening blocked; keep 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 unplugging.
• Use extra care when cleaning on stairs. To avoid
personal injury or damage, and to prevent the
cleaner from falling, always place cleaner at
bottom of stairs or on floor. Do not place cleaner
on stairs or furniture, as it may result in injury or
damage.
• Do not use to pick up flammable or combustible
liquids, such as gasoline, or fine wood sandings,
or use in areas where they may be present.
• Connect to a properly grounded outlet only. See
Grounding Instructions.
• Do not pick up anything that is burning or
smoking, such as cigarettes, matches, or hot
ashes.
• Do not use without filters and tanks in place.
• Do not clean over floor electrical outlets.