Safety Instructions; Grounding Instructions - Kenmore Sears 175.8690090 Hom? cleaning system Owner's Manual

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS--Readallinstructionsbefore
using this cleaner.
When using any electrical appliance, basic precautions should always be followed, including the following:
WARNING-
To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, or Injury:
!, Do not leave cleaner when plugged into electrical outlet. Unplug from outlet when not in use and before servicing.
2. WARNING: TO AVOID ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT EXPOSE TO RAIN -- STORE INDOORS.
3. WARNING: DO NOT REMOVE GROUNDING PRONG FROM POWER CORD PLUG. Connect to a properly
grounded outlet ONLY. See Grounding Instructions,
GROUNDINGINSTRUCTIONS:
Thisvacuum cleaner m ustbegrounded, t| itshould mallun_tion or
breakdown, grounding provides a pathof least resistar_e for
electrical current to reduce thensk ofelectnc sF_ck. T hisvacuum
cleaneris equipped witha cordhaving an equipment.grounding
conductor andgrounding p lug.Theplug mustbe plugged intoan
appropriate out_eI thatisproperly installed a ndgrounded i naccor-
dance withall local c odesand ordinances,
WARNING: I mproper connection oftheequipment-groundingcon-
duct0rcanresult i na ffsk ofelect_c shock. C heck witha qualif_=d
electrician o r service pem_nifyouam indoubt as towhether the
outlet i sproperly g rounded. DONOTmodify theplug provided w ith
thevacuum cleaner - - ifitwillnotfittheoutlet, h avea proper D uller
installed by a qualifiedelectrician.
Thisvacuum cleaner is for useona r_nina1120 -voltcircuit, and
hasa grounded p lug (seefigu reA).Atemporary adapter (seefigure
B) may be usedtoconnect t hisplugtoa 2-pote receptacle ( see
figure B) if a propedy g rounded outletis not available. Thetempo-
rary adaptershould beused only un61a properly g rounded o utlet ( see
figure A) can be installed by a qualified etect_ian. The tab for
grounding screw(see_gure13} e xtending fromtheadaptermust b e
connected toapermanent g round such asaproperly g rounded ou_et
boxcover, W henever t he adapter is in use, itmustbe heldin place
bya metalscrew(seeFigure B},
GROUNDED
PLUG
i- t -
GROUNDED
OUTLET
Fiqure A
ADAPTER
/ SCREW
TAB FOR i
GROUNDING 2_POLE
SCREW RECEPTACLE
Fiqure B
4. DISCONNECT POWER CORD FROM ELECTRICAL OUTLET before the recovery tank is emptied, the solutbn tank
is refilled, or the cleaner is serviced in any way.
5. DO NOT store this cleaner in an area which may reach freezing temperatures. Should this occur: Do NOT operate
this cleaner until it has been at room temperature for at least two (2) hours.
6. DO NOT use any cleaning solution or chemicals other than those discussed in this manual.
7. For maximum efficiency, empty container frequently and keep inside of hose, wands, nozzle and container clean.
B. DO NOT overwet carpet or upholstery. If three or more cleaning strokes are required, let the carpet or upholstery
material dry and then repeat cleaning process.
9. Do not allow children to operate cleaner, nor should they play with cleaner as a toy. Close attention is necessary when
used around or near children.
t0. Use this cleaner ONLY for its intended use as described in this manual, Use only the attachments recommended in
this manual.
11, Always turn cleaner OFF when connecting or disconnecting the Spraymate motorized nozzle.
12. Do not use with damaged cord or plug. If cleaner is not working properly, has been dropped, damaged, left outdoors,
or dropped into water, return it to a Sears Service Center.
13. Do not pull or carry by cord, nor use cord as a handle, nor close a door on cord, nor pull cord around sharp edges or
comers. Do not run cleaner over cord. Keep away from heated surfaces.
14. Do not unplug from electrical outlet by pulling on the cord. To unplug, grasp the plug, not the cord, and pull.
15. Do not handle plug or cleaner with wet hands.
16. Do not put any objects in ventilation openings. Do not use with any opening blocked; keep openings free of dust, lint,
hair, and anything that may reduce air flow.
17. Keep hair, loose clothing, fingers, and all parts of the body away from openings and moving parts.
18, NEVER vacuum materi_!s such as hot coals, cigarette butts, matches, etc.
19. When "dry" vacuuming do not use without filter in place.
20. Turn off all controls before unplugging.
21. Use extra care when using on stairs.
22. Do not use to pick up flammable or combustible liquids such as gasoline or use in areas where such liquids may be
present.
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