Warning And Safety Instructions - Miele S 858 Operating Instructions Manual

Warning and Safety instructions

This appliance meets statutory
safety requirements. To avoid the
risk of injury or damage to the
appliance you should read these
operating instructions carefully
before using it for the first time. They
give important information on the
safety, operation and care of the
appliance. Please keep these
operating instructions in a safe
place for reference, and pass them
on to any future users.
Correct use
This vacuum cleaner must only be
used for domestic household
purposes to vacuum dry floor surfaces.
Do not use on people or animals.
Any other usage, modification or
alteration is at the owner's risk and
could be dangerous.
The manufacturer cannot be held liable
for damage resulting from improper or
incorrect use of the appliance.
Safety with children
This appliance is not a toy! To
avoid the risk of injury do not allow
children to play on or near it, or to play
with the controls. Supervise its use by
older children and the elderly or infirm.
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Before using for the first time
Check the packaging, the vacuum
cleaner and accessories for any
signs of damage. Do not use a
damaged appliance: it could be
dangerous.
Ensure that the connection data on
the data plate (voltage and
frequency) match the mains electricity
supply. It is essential that they match to
avoid damage to the appliance.
The plug must be fitted with a 13 A
fuse (UK).
Use
The electro-suction hose and the
electro-telescopic tube contain
electrical wires. Do not use the vacuum
cleaner if these parts show any sign of
damage. Danger of electric shock.
It is important to switch the vacuum
cleaner off before changing over
accessories and floor heads, especially
a turbo or electrobrush.
To avoid the risk of damage, do not
use the vacuum cleaner without the
dustbag, dust compartment filter and
exhaust filter in place. Otherwise it
could get damaged.
If a dustbag is not inserted, the
dust compartment cover does not
normally close. Do not force it.