Important Safeguards - Nilfisk-Advance Supreme 100 Instructions For Use Manual

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Important safeguards

WHEN USING AN ELECTRIC APPLIANCE, BASIC
PRECAOUTIONS SHOULD ALWAYS BE FOLLOWED,
INCLUDING THE FOLLOWING:
READ AND FOLLOW ALL SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
BEFORE USING THIS VACUUM CLEANER. ACCI-
DENTS DUE TO MISUSE CAN ONLY BE PREVENTED
BY THOSE USING THE MACHINE.
WARNING!
To reduce the risk of fi re, electric shock, or injury, please
read and follow all safety instructions and caution mark-
ings before using.
This vacuum cleaner is designed to be safe when used to
perform cleaning functions as specifi ed. Should damage
occur to electrical or mechanical parts, cleaner and / or
accessory should be repaired by manufacturer or compe-
tent service station before using in order to avoid further
damage to machine or physical injury to user.
• Do not use outdoors or on wet surfaces.
• Disconnect cleaner before servicing and when not in
use. Do not leave unattended cleaner plugged in.
• Do not use with damaged cord or plug.
• To unplug grab the plug, not the cord. Do not handle
plug or cleaner with wet hands. Turn off all controls
before unplugging.
• 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. Do not run cleaner over cord. Keep cord
away from heated surfaces.
• Keep hair, loose clothing, fi ngers and all parts of the
body away from openings and moving parts.
Do not put any objects into openings or use with
opening blocked. Keep openings free of dust, lint,
hair, and anything else that could reduce air fl ow.
• Do not pick up anything that is burning or smoking,
such as cigarettes, matches or hot ashes.
• Do not use to pick up fl ammable or combustible liq-
uids such as gasoline or use in areas where they may
be present.
• This appliance can be used by children aged from 8
years and above and persons with reduced physical,
sensory or mental capabilities or lack of experience
and knowledge if they have been given supervision or
instruction concerning use of the appliance in a safe
way and understand the hazards involved.
• Children shall be supervised to make sure that they
do not play with the appliance.
• Cleaning and user maintenance shall not be made by
children without supervision.
• Do not use unless fi lters are in place.
• Use extra care when using on stairs or irregular sur-
faces.
• Unplug electrical appliances before vacuuming them.
• If cleaner is not working properly or has been
dropped, damaged, left outdoors, or dropped into
water, return it to a service center or dealer.
• Use only as described in this manual and only with
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manufacturer's recommended attachments.
• The use of this machine in conjunction with the
pick-up of hazardous materials has not been
investigated by UL.
GENERAL INFORMATION
This vacuum cleaner is designed for household use
only.
BEFORE YOU PLUG IN YOUR CLEANER, check the
rating plate to see if the rated voltage agrees within
10% of the voltage available.
DO NOT OIL! The motor in your cleaner is permanently
lubricated and sealed. Do not oil the motor at any time.
During shipping, the dust bag may have become dis-
lodged. Check the bag to insure proper seating before
attempting to use the cleaner. Do not operate the
cleaner without the fi lter as damage may result to the
motor.
This vacuum cleaner is equipped with a thermal pro-
tection switch to prevent overheating of components.
Should this safety switch shut the system down it is
necessary to wait at least 5 -10 minutes for it to auto-
matically reset. If this occur - disconnect cleaner. Then
remove clogged elements in hose and replace dust bag
if necessary during this period. Check also if the fi lter is
clogged.
For longer service life and safe use of your vacuum
cleaner, we recommend the following guidelines: Your
cleaner is designed to pick up dirt and dust particles.
It is not designed for water pick up. Avoid picking
up hard or sharp objects with your cleaner to avoid
bag breakage, clogging or possible motor damage.
The central vacuum cleaner must never be used to
vacuum up contaminated dust or cement dust.
IMPORTANT!
These machines is equipped with a specially designed
cable, if it's damaged, it must be replaced by a cable of
the same type. These cables are available at authorized
service shops and must be installed by trained person-
nel.
SERVICE INFORMATION
To obtain consistent performance over the life of your
vacuum, read through these instructions and keep them
handy for future reference. If you require service, con-
tact the dealer from whom the vacuum was purchased,
or the local authorized Service Station. Always refer to
your Service Station for complete
service information. For prompt and complete service
information, always refer to the model, type and serial
number indicated on the rating plate placed at the back-
side of the cleaner.