Hitachi RV-X20M Instruction Manual page 4

Outlet, plug, cord, and AC adapter
● Use an 100-240V outlet.
Do not use an extension cord, and do not plug the AC adapter in the same outlet
as other appliances.
● Periodically clean the plug of any dust and debris by using a dry cloth.
● Insert the plug of the AC adapter all the way into the outlet.
● Do not damage the cord.
(Do not damage or modify the cord. Do not forcefully bend, bundle, pull, or twist
it, and do not put it under heavy objects or pinch it between objects.)
● Do not use the vacuum cleaner if the cord or the AC adapter's plug or
connector is damaged, and do not plug the AC adapter into a loose outlet.
● The supply cord cannot be replaced. If the cord is damaged the appliance
should be scrapped.
● Do not handle the plug (insert the plug into an outlet or remove the plug
from an outlet) with wet hands.
● Do not touch the terminals on the AC adapter or vacuum cleaner.
● To charge the vacuum cleaner, use the AC adapter that was provided with
the vacuum cleaner. Do not attempt to charge the vacuum cleaner by
using other AC adapters.
● Do not use the AC adapter that was provided with the vacuum cleaner
to charge any other type of battery, even if the battery in question is a
rechargeable battery.
Failure to heed this warning might cause fire or electric shock.
If the vacuum cleaner malfunctions or you notice any of the
following problems, stop using the vacuum cleaner immediately.
● The vacuum cleaner does not turn on when you press a control buttons, even
though the battery is fully charged.
● The power turns on and off when you move the AC adapter cord or connector.
● The vacuum cleaner sometimes stops in the middle of operation.
● The vacuum cleaner makes strange sounds in the middle of operation.
● The vacuum cleaner or AC adapter is deformed or abnormally hot.
● The power cord is damaged or abnormally hot.
● It smells like something is burning.
● You notice some other problem or malfunction.
Continuing to use the vacuum cleaner under these conditions could result in
smoke, fire, or electric shock.
Turn off the vacuum cleaner immediately and unplug the AC adapter from
the outlet. Then, contact a Hitachi authorized service agent to request an
inspection and repair.
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