General Safety Information - Vax U88-T4 Series User Manual

U88-T4-P User Guide v1.0 [J316]_User guide 20/04/2012 14:57 Page 3

General Safety Information

FOR HOUSEHOLD USE ONLY.
When using the vacuum cleaner, basic safety precautions should always
be observed, including the following:
1. Only use the vacuum cleaner indoors on dry surfaces.
2. Turn off the vacuum cleaner controls before disconnecting or
connecting from the mains supply.
3. Always unplug the vacuum cleaner before connecting or
disconnecting the vacuum hose and accessories.
4. Children should be supervised to ensure that they do not play with
the appliance.
5. This appliance can be used by children aged from 8 years and
above and persons with reduced physical sensory or mental
capabilities or lack of experience and knowledge if they have
been given supervision or instruction concerning use of the
appliance in a safe way and understand the hazards involved.
Children shall not play with the appliance. Cleaning and user
maintenance shall not be made by children without supervision.
6. Use only as described in this manual. Use only Vax
recommended attachments.
7. Do not use the vacuum cleaner if it has been dropped, damaged,
left outdoors or dropped into water. Do not use the vacuum
cleaner with a damaged cord or plug. If the supply cord is
damaged, it must be replaced by the manufacturer or a
recommended Service Agent to avoid hazard and invalidating
the guarantee.
8. Do not pull or carry by cord/hose. Do not use the cord/hose as
a handle, close a door on the cord/hose or pull cord/hose
around sharp edges or corners. Do not run the vacuum cleaner
over the cord/hose. Keep the cord away from heated surfaces.
9. Do not handle the plug or vacuum cleaner with wet hands.
Do not use outdoors or on wet surfaces.
10. Do not put any objects into openings. Do not use with any
openings blocked and do not restrict air-flow. Keep all openings
free of dust, lint, hair or anything that might reduce airflow.
11. Keep hair, loose clothing, fingers and all parts of the body away
from openings and moving parts.
12. Do not pick up hot coals, cigarette butts, matches or any hot,
smoking or burning objects.
13. Do not pick up flammable or combustible materials (lighter fluid,
petrol, kerosene etc.) or use in the presence of explosive liquids
or vapours.
14. Do not vacuum up harmful or toxic material (chlorine, bleach,
ammonia, drain cleaner etc.).
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15. Do not vacuum up hard or sharp objects such as glass, nails,
16. Do not use without ALL of the filters in place.
17. Take extra care when vacuuming on stairs.
18. Keep vacuuming area well lit.
19. Store the vacuum cleaner in a cool, dry area.
20. Turn off the on/off switch before unplugging the vacuum cleaner
21. Use only CE-approved 13 amp extension cords. Non-approved
opening or emptying the dirt container, or before
connecting/disconnecting the attachments.
sure the switch is in the 'off' position.
before re-starting the vacuum cleaner. See Maintenance; Clearing
Blockages.
checked and cleaned at least every 3 months. If your filters are
washable make sure they are completely dry before inserting back
into the vacuum cleaner.
IMPORTANT:
any reason the unit should overheat, the thermostat will
automatically turn the unit off. Should this occur, unplug the vacuum
cleaner from the electrical socket and turn off the switch. Remove
dirt container and empty. Clean filters. Allow the unit to cool for
approximately one (1) hour. To re-start, plug into an electrical socket
and switch back on.
This vacuum cleaner is intended for household use only and NOT
for commercial or industrial use.
PLEASE KEEP INSTRUCTIONS FOR FURTHER USE.
screws, coins, etc.
cords may overheat. Care should be taken to arrange the cord
so that the cord cannot be tripped over.
WARNING: Always switch off and unplug the vacuum
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cleaner from the electrical socket before assembling,
CAUTION: The vacuum cleaner is a very powerful unit.
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Before plugging the cord into the electrical socket, make
IMPORTANT: If the inlet, hose or extension tube is blocked,
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switch off the vacuum cleaner and remove the blockage(s)
IMPORTANT: Cleaning filters maintains vacuum
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performance. Vax recommends that your filters should be
The motor is equipped with a thermal cut-out. If for
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