General Safety Information - Vax VSTDUO1600 User Manual

General Safety Information

FOR HOUSEHOLD USE ONLY.
When using the steam cleaner, basic safety precautions should
always be observed, including the following:
1. Turn off the steam mop controls before disconnecting or connecting
from the mains supply.
2. Always unplug the steam mop before connecting or
disconnecting accessories.
3. Children should be supervised to ensure that they do not play
with the appliance.
4. This appliance is not intended for use by persons (including
children) with reduced physical, sensory or mental capabilities,
or lack of experience and knowledge, unless they have been given
supervision or instruction concerning use of the appliance by a
person responsible for their safety.
5. Use only as described in this manual. Use only Vax recommended
attachments.
6. Do not use the steam mop if it has been dropped, damaged, left
outdoors or dropped into water. Do not use the steam mop with
a damaged cord or plug. If the supply cord is damaged, it must
be replaced by the manufacturer, its service agent or similarly
qualified person in order to avoid a hazard.
7. Do not pull or carry by cord. Do not use the cord as a handle,
close a door on the cord or pull cord around sharp edges or
corners. Do not run the steam mop over the cord. Keep the cord
away from heated surfaces.
8. Do not handle the plug or steam mop with wet hands. Do not use
outdoors or on wet surfaces.
9. Do not put any objects into openings. Do not use with any openings
blocked and do not restrict steam flow. Keep all openings free of
dust, lint, hair or anything that might reduce airflow.
10. Keep hair, loose clothing, fingers and all parts of the body away
from openings and moving parts.
11. Do not steam clean harmful or toxic material (chlorine, bleach,
ammonia, drain cleaner etc.).
12. Keep cleaning area well lit.
13. Store the steam mop in a cool, dry area.
14. Turn off the on/off switch before unplugging the steam mop.
15. Symbol IEC 60417-5597 (2002-10)
is used on the unit to indicate the following:
WARNING: Danger of Scalding
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16. Do not operate the steam mop without water in the tank. Always
top up with water in due time and only when the steam mop is
switched off and unplugged at the mains.
17. Never fill the tank with anything other than water. Never put
additives (such as perfumes, stain removers or products containing
alcohol) in the water as they may damage the steam mop or make
dangerous to use.
18. Never aim the steam cleaner at people, animals or plants (risk of
scalding). The liquid or steam must not be directed towards equipment
containing electrical components, such as the interior of ovens.
WARNING: Always switch off and unplug the steam cleaner
from the electrical outlet before assembling, opening or
emptying the water container, or before connecting/
disconnecting the attachments.
CAUTION: The steam cleaner is a very powerful unit. Before
plugging the cord into the electrical outlet, make sure the
switch is in the 'off' position. Hold the steam cleaner firmly
when starting and in use.
IMPORTANT: We recommend the use of a Residual Current
Device with a Residual Current rating of 30mA or less.
WARNING: Never leave the steam mop in one spot on any
surface for an extended period of time as this may damage
the floor surface. Always return the mop back to the resting
tray when not in use or when not continuously moving across
the floor.
IMPORTANT: This steam mop may not be suitable for all
floating floorboards or sealed floors – please check with your
floorboard manufacturer first prior to use.
This machine is intended for household use only, and NOT
for commercial or industrial use.
PLEASE KEEP THESE INSTRUCTIONS FOR FURTHER USE.
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