Instructions For Safe Use - Hoover HF9 User Manual

GB

1. INSTRUCTIONS FOR SAFE USE

This appliance should only be used for domestic cleaning, as described in this user guide.
Please ensure that this guide is fully understood before operating the appliance.
Always switch off and remove the charger from the socket before cleaning the appliance
or any maintenance task.
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.
If the power cord is damaged stop using the appliance immediately. To avoid a safety
hazard, an authorised Hoover service engineer must replace the power cord.
Use only the original charger supplied with the appliance.
Check that your supply voltage is the same as that stated on the charger. This appliance
is supplied with a double insulated battery charger which is only suitable for insertion in a
230V (UK 240V) socket outlet.
Plug the charger in to suitable socket outlet and connect the charger jack plug to the
appliance.
When charging the appliance, the power switch lever must be in the off position.
The battery pack LED light will illuminate Red during charging and will turn white when
fully charged.
Re-connect the appliance to the charger after use to recharge the battery.
Never charge the batteries in temperatures above 37°C or below 0°C. It is normal for the
charger to become warm to the touch when charging.
Unplug the charger in the event of prolonged absence (holidays, etc.). Recharge
appliance again before use as batteries may self discharge over increased periods of
storage.
Use only attachments, consumables or spares recommended or supplied by Hoover.
Static electricity: some carpets can cause a small build up of static electricity. Any static
discharge is not hazardous to health.
Keep hands, feet, loose clothing and hair away from rotating brushes.
Do not unplug the charger by pulling on the power cord.
Do not use your appliance out of doors or on any wet surface or for wet pick up. Do not
pick up hard or sharp objects, matches, hot ashes, cigarette ends or other similar items.
Do not spray with or pick up flammable liquids, cleaning fluids, aerosols or their vapours.
Do not run over the power cord when using your appliance or remove the plug by pulling
on the power cord. Do not continue to use your appliance or charger if it appears faulty.
Do not use the appliance to clean animals or people. Do not replace the batteries with
non-rechargeable batteries.
Hoover service: To ensure the continued safe and efficient operation of this appliance
we recommend that any servicing or repairs are only carried out by an authorised Hoover
service engineer.
End of product Life disposal
If the appliance is to be disposed of the batteries must be removed. The appliance
must be disconnected from the supply mains when removing the battery. Dispose of
the batteries safely. Run the appliance until it stops because the batteries are fully
discharged. Used batteries should be taken to a recycling station and not disposed of with
household waste. To remove the batteries, please contact the Hoover Customer Centre
or proceed according to the following instructions.
IMPORTANT: Always fully discharge the batteries before removal.
Run the cleaner until the batteries are completely empty. Remove the charger jack plug
from the appliance.
Press the battery pack release buttons and slide to remove.
Note: Should you experience any difficulty in dismantling the unit or for more detailed
information on treatment, recovery and recycling of this appliance, please contact your
local city office or your household waste disposal service.
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