Important Safeguards; General Information; Thermal Cut Off; Save These Instructions - Eureka 2940-2969 Series Owner's Manual

IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS

When using an electrical appliance, basic precautions should always be
followed, including the following:
READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING THIS VACUUM CLEANER.
To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, or injury:
• Do not use outdoors or on wet surfaces.
• Do not leave vacuum cleaner when plugged in. Turn off the switch and
unplug the electrical cord when not in use and before servicing.
• Do not allow to be used as a toy. Close attention is necessary when used by
or near children.
• Use only as described in this manual. Use only manufacturer's recommended
attachments.
• Do not use with damaged cord or plug. If vacuum cleaner is not working as
it should, has been dropped, damaged, left outdoors, or dropped into water,
return it to a service center before using.
• 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 vacuum cleaner over
cord. Keep cord away from heated surfaces.
• Do not use extension cords or outlets with inadequate current carrying
capacity.
• Turn off all controls before unplugging.
• Do not unplug by pulling on cord. To unplug, grasp the plug, not the cord.
• Do not handle plug or vacuum cleaner with wet hands.
• Do not put any object into openings. Do not use with any opening blocked;
keep free of dust, lint, hair, and anything that may reduce airflow.
• This vacuum cleaner creates suction and contains a revolving brush roll.
Keep hair, loose clothing, fingers, and all parts of body away from openings
and moving parts.
• Do not place cleaner on furniture or stairs as the brush roll may cause
damage. Place cleaner on floor with the handle in storage position while
using attachments.
• Do not pick up anything that is burning or smoking, such as cigarettes,
matches, or hot ashes.
• Do not use without dust cup in place.
• Do not use without filter in place.
• Belt pulleys can become hot during normal use. To prevent burns, avoid
touching the belt pulley when servicing the drive belt.
• Use extra care when cleaning on stairs.
• Do not use to pick up flammable or combustible liquids such as gasoline, or
use in areas where they may be present.
• Store your cleaner indoors in a cool, dry area.
• Keep your work area well lighted.
• Unplug electrical appliances before vacuuming them.

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

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WARNING
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 into the outlet,
reverse the plug. If it still does not fit,
contact a qualified electrician to install
the proper outlet. Do not change the plug
in any way.

GENERAL INFORMATION

Use the cleaner to pick up dirt and dust
particles. Avoid picking up hard or sharp
objects that could damage the vacuum
cleaner.
Service Information
The instructions in this booklet serve
as a guide to routine maintenance. For
additional service information, telephone
our toll free number for the nearest
Eureka Authorized Warranty Station. You
should know the model, type and serial
number or date code when you call:
USA: 1-800-282-2886
Mexico: (55) 5343-4384
Canada: 1-800-282-2886
If you prefer, you can write to Electrolux
Home Care Products North America,
Consumer Service, P O Box 3900, Peoria,
Illinois, 61612, USA. In Canada, write to
Electrolux Home Care Products Canada,
866 Langs Drive, Cambridge, Ontario
N3H 2N7. Refer to The Eureka Warranty
for complete service information.
DO NOT OIL the motor or the
brush roll.The motor and brush
roll are permanently sealed and
lubricated.

Thermal Cut Off

This vacuum cleaner has a special
thermostat that protects the cleaner in
case of motor overheating. If the cleaner
suddenly shuts off, push the on/off switch
off (0) and unplug the cleaner. Check
the cleaner for a possible source of
overheating such as a full dust cup, a
blocked hose or clogged filter. If these
conditions are found, fix them and wait at
least 30 minutes before attempting to use
the cleaner. After the 30 minute period,
plug the cleaner back in and push the
on/off switch on (l). If the cleaner still does
not run, then take it to a Eureka Authorized
Service Center for repair.