Safety Precautions And Warnings - Hoover 5002 Hercules Instruction Manual

Safety Precautions and Warnings

13. Do not use the appliance to pick up flammable
items or combustible liquids (i.e. petrol, hot
ashes cigarettes, matches, explosive materials
or anything burning) or use in areas where such
substances and items may be present.
14. Do not use the appliance to pick up toxic
materials (i.e. chlorine bleach, ammonia).
15. Ensure the appliance is disconnected from the
Mains power supply before connecting the hose
to the unit.
16. Do not operate or use the appliance without the
dust bag and/or filters in place.
17. Before vacuuming, remove any large or shaft
objects from the floor or cleaning surface in
order to prevent damage to the filter.
18. If the hose inlet, floor head or the telescopic tube
is blocked, switch off the cleaner straight away
and remove from the Mains power. First clear the
blocked object before attempting to start the
cleaner vacuum again.
19. Hold the plug when rewinding onto the cord
reel. To prevent accidental injury do not allow
the plug to whip when rewinding.
20. Do not extend the power cable beyond the
yellow mark.
21. Do not leave the appliance unattended when it
is connected to a Mains power supply.
22. Before carry out any maintenance service or
cleaning the filters, always switch off the
vacuum cleaner and disconnect the plug from
power supply
23. Keep ends of the hose, telescopic tube and other
openings away from your face and body.
24. Do not use the vacuum cleaner if it is damaged
or breaks down. Check the electrical regularly
for defects. If connection cables, electrical
hoses, electrical contacts and electric tubes are
damaged, have them replace immediately.
25. Never clean the vacuum cleaner or any of
the electrical parts, especially the electrical
connections with water or liquid cleaners.
26. Never attempt to make any modifications
electrically to the vacuum cleaner.
27. Always store the appliance indoors in a cool and
dry place.
28. Do not pickup water dry household use only
29. Damage caused by improper use or by not
observing the instructions in this manual will
void warranty.