Important Safeguards - Sanitaire SC600 Series Owner's Manual

IMPORT NT S FETY INSTRUCTIONS
READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING THIS VACUUM CLEANER
When using an electrical appliance, basic precautions should be observed, including the following:
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TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE,
ELECTRIC SHOCK OR INJURY:
• Connect to a properly grounded outlet only. See grounding
instructions.
Do not modify the three-prong grounded plug.
• Do not leave appliance when it is plugged in. Unplug from outlet
when not in use and before servicing.
• Do not use outdoors or on wet surfaces.
• Do not use motorized nozzle on wet surfaces.
• 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.
• Do not use with damaged cord or plug. If appliance is not working
as it should, has been dropped, damaged, left outdoors, or
dropped into water; do not attempt to operate, have it repaired at
an authorized service center.
• Do not pull or carry by cord, use cord as a handle, close 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 handle plug or appliance with wet hands.
• 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 of the appliance and its accessories.
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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 drawing to the right. 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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• Turn OFF all controls before plugging 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.
• Do not pick up anything that is burning or smoking, such as
cigarettes, matches, or hot ashes.
• Do not use without dust bag and/or filters in place.
• Use only three-wire SJT extension cords that have three-prong
grounding plugs and grounding receptacles that fit the
appliance's plug.
• Make sure your extension cord is in good condition and is the
correct size for your appliance.
• Maintain Appliance With Care – Inspect extension cords
periodically and replace if damaged.
• Risk of injury from moving parts. The motor may start
unexpectedly. Unplug before cleaning or servicing.
• Do not turn your vacuum ON until you are familiar with all
instructions and operating procedures. Keep appliance on a
level surface.
• 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 hard or sharp objects such as glass, nails,
screws, coins, etc.
• Plastic film can be dangerous. To avoid danger of suffocation,
keep away from children.
This appliance must be connected to a grounded wiring
GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS
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.