General Safety Information - Vax VUAMM1600T User Manual

General Safety Information

This vacuum cleaner is intended for household use only and NOT for commercial or industrial use.
Please keep instructions for further use.
When using the vacuum cleaner basic safety precautions should always be observed, including the following:
1. Only use the vacuum cleaner indoors on dry surfaces.
2. Turn off the on/off switch on the vacuum cleaner controls before disconnecting or connecting from the mains supply.
3. Always unplug the vacuum cleaner before connecting or disconnecting the vacuum hose and accessories.
4. Children should be supervised to ensure that they do not play with the appliance.
5. This appliance is not intended for use by children under eight years of age and persons 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 in a safe way and understands the hazards involved.
6. Cleaning and maintenance shall not be made by children without supervision.
7. The appliance should only be used as described in the quick start guide or in the full online user guide.
8. Only Vax recommended attachments should be used with this appliance.
9. Do not use this vacuum cleaner if it has been dropped, damaged, left outdoors or dropped into water.
Do not use this vacuum cleaner with a damaged cord or plug. If the supply cord is damaged return the
vacuum cleaner to Vax or an authorised Service Agent for examination, repair or adjustment.
10. Do not pull or carry this appliance by the cord. Do not use the cord as a handle, close a door on the cord or
pull the cord around sharp edges or corners. Do not run the vacuum cleaner over the cord. Keep the cord
away from heated surfaces.
11. Do not handle the plug or the vacuum cleaner with wet hands.
12. Keep hair, loose clothing, fingers and all parts of the body away from openings and moving parts.
13. Do not pick up any hot coals, cigarette butts, matches or any hot, smoking or burning objects.
14. Do not pick up any flammable or combustible materials (lighter fluid, petrol, kerosene etc.) or use in the
presence of explosive liquids or vapours.
15. Do not vacuum harmful or toxic material (chlorine, bleach, ammonia, drain cleaner etc.).
16. Do not vacuum hard or sharp objects such as glass, nails, screws, coins etc.
17. Store the vacuum cleaner in a cool, dry area.
18. Use only SAA approved 10 amp extension cords. Non-approved cords may overheat. Care should be taken to
arrange the cord so that the cord cannot be tripped over.
19. Do not put any objects into openings. Do not use with any openings blocked and do not restrict airflow.
Keep all openings free of dust, lint, hair or anything that might reduce airflow.
20. Do not use without all of the filters in place.
21. Take extra care when positioning the vacuum cleaner on the stairs.
22. Please ensure that the brushbar is turned off when you are vacuuming on the stairs.
23. Keep vacuuming area well lit.
WARNING: Always switch off and unplug the vacuum cleaner from the electrical socket before assembling, opening or
emptying the dirt container, or before connecting/disconnecting the attachments.
CAUTION: The vacuum cleaner is a very powerful unit. Before plugging the cord into the electrical socket, make sure
the switch is in the 'off' position.
IMPORTANT: If the inlet, hose or telescopic tube is blocked, switch off the vacuum cleaner and remove the blockage(s)
before re-starting the vacuum cleaner.
IMPORTANT: Vax recommends the use of Residual Current Device with a Residual Current Rating of 30mA or less.
IMPORTANT: Cleaning filters maintains vacuum performance. Vax recommends that your filters should be checked and
cleaned periodically. If your filters are washable make sure they are completely dry before inserting back
into the vacuum cleaner.
IMPORTANT: The motor is equipped with a thermal cut-out. If for any reason the unit should overheat, the thermostat
will automatically turn the unit off. Should this occur, unplug the vacuum cleaner from the electrical
socket and turn off the switch. Remove dirt container and empty. Clean filters. Allow the unit to cool for
approximately one (1) hour. To re-start, plug into an electrical socket and switch back on.
This vacuum cleaner is intended for household use only and NOT for commercial or industrial use.
PLEASE KEEP THESE INSTRUCTIONS FOR FUTURE REFERENCE.
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