Important Safety Instructions - Bissell POWERLIFTER 2259 Series User Manual

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING YOUR UPRIGHT VACUUM.
Always connect to a polarized outlet (one slot is wider than the other). Unplug from outlet when not in
use and before conducting maintenance. When using an electrical appliance, basic precautions should be
observed, including the following:
WARNING
» Do not unplug by pulling on
cord. To unplug, grasp the plug, not
the cord.
TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE,
» Hold plug when rewinding onto cord
ELECTRIC SHOCK, OR INJURY:
reel. Do not allow plug to whip when
rewinding.
» Do not leave vacuum cleaner when it
is plugged in. Unplug » Do not handle plug or vacuum
from outlet when not in use cleaner with wet hands.
and before servicing.
» Do not put any object into
» Do not use outdoors or on openings. Do not use with any
wet surfaces. opening blocked; keep openings free
of dust, lint, hair, and anything that
» Do not allow to be used as a toy.
may reduce air flow.
Close attention is necessary when
used by or near children. » Keep hair, loose clothing, fingers,
and all parts of body away from
» Do not use for any purpose other
openings and moving parts.
than described in this User's
Guide. Use only manufacturer's » Turn off all controls before
recommended attachments. plugging or unplugging
vacuum cleaner.
» Do not use with damaged cord or
plug. If appliance is not working » Use extra care when cleaning
as it should, has been dropped, on stairs.
damaged, left outdoors, or dropped
» Do not use to pick up flammable or
into water, have it repaired at an
combustible materials (lighter fluid,
authorized service center.
gasoline, kerosene, etc.)
» Do not pull or carry by cord, use or use in areas where they may
cord as a handle, close a door on be present.
cord, or pull cord around sharp
» Do not use vacuum cleaner in an
edges or corners. Do not run
enclosed space filled with vapors
appliance over cord. Keep cord away
given off by oil base paint, paint
from heated surfaces.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
This model is for household use only.
WARNING
›› Before using your vacuum, make sure the dirt container is in locked position and that all fi lters,
both pre- and post-fi lters, are in place. DO NOT operate your vacuum without these fi lters.
›› Plastic fi lm can be dangerous. To avoid danger of su ocation, keep away from children.
›› Do not plug in your vacuum UNTIL you are familiar with all instructions and operating
procedures.
›› To reduce the risk of electrical shock, turn power switch o and disconnect polarized
plug from electrical outlet BEFORE performing maintenance or troubleshooting checks.
THIS APPLIANCE HAS
A POLARIZED PLUG
To reduce the risk of electric shock, this appliance has a polarized plug (one blade
is wider than the other). This plug will fit in a polarized outlet only one way. If the
plug does not fit fully in the outlet, reverse the plug. If it still does not fit, contact a
qualified electrician to install a proper outlet. Do not change the plug in any way.
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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 anything that is
burning or smoking, such as
cigarettes, matches, or hot ashes.
» Do not use without filters in place.
» Do not pick up hard or sharp objects
such as glass, nails, screws, coins, etc.
» Use only on dry, indoor surfaces.
» Keep appliance on a level surface.
» Do not carry the vacuum cleaner
while it is running.
» Unplug before connecting or
disconnecting the TurboBrush Tool.
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