Eureka 1040 Series Owner's Manual page 2

When using an electrical appliance, basic precautions should always be followed, including the following:
To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, or injury.
• Do not use on wet surfaces. Do not expose to rain, store indoors in a cool, dry place.
• 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.
• Use only with cordset provided.
• 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 a door on cord, or pull cord around sharp edges or
corners. Keep cord away from heated surfaces.
• Connect to a properly grounded outlet only. (Refer to Grounding Instructions).
• Do not exceed combined electrical rating of cordset (13 amps). Vacuum (6 amps), plus attachment (7 amps
maximum if vacuum is running).
• 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 or operate without shoes.
• Cover unused receptacle when not in use, cover provided on cord.
• 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. Keep hair, loose clothing, fingers, and all parts of body away from
openings and moving parts.
• Do not pick up anything that is burning or smoking, such as cigarettes, matches, or hot fireplace or barbeque
ashes. Live sparks or embers could start a fire in waste material inside the tank.
• Do not use without dust bag or motor filter in place, or with a damaged filter.
• Use safety goggles to avoid the discharge air as particles in the air could cause eye damage.
• 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.
• Do not store flammable or corrosive fluids in toolbox.
• Keep your work area well lighted.
• Unplug electrical appliances before vacuuming them.
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READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING THIS VACUUM CLEANER.
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