Important Safety Instructions - Dyson SV12 ABSOLUTE Operating Manual

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

BEFORE USING THIS APPLIANCE READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS AND CAUTIONARY MARKINGS IN
THIS MANUAL AND ON THE APPLIANCE
When using an electrical appliance, basic precautions should always be followed, including
the following:
WARNING
These warnings apply to the appliance, and also where applicable, to all tools, accessories,
chargers or mains adaptors.
TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE, ELECTRIC SHOCK, OR INJURY:
1. This Dyson appliance can be used by children aged from 8 years and above and persons with
reduced physical, sensory or reasoning capabilities, or lack of experience and knowledge, only if they
have been given supervision or instruction by a responsible person concerning use of the appliance in
a safe way and understand the hazards involved. Cleaning and user maintenance shall not be made
by children without supervision.
2. Do not allow to be used as a toy. Close attention is necessary when used by or near children. Children
should be supervised to ensure that they do not play with the appliance.
3. Use only as described in this Dyson Operating Manual. Do not carry out any maintenance other than
that shown in this manual, or advised by the Dyson Helpline.
4. Suitable for dry locations ONLY. Do not use outdoors or on wet surfaces.
5. Do not handle any part of the plug or appliance with wet hands.
6. Do not use with a damaged cable or plug. If the supply cable is damaged it must be replaced by
Dyson, its service agent or similarly qualified persons in order to avoid a hazard.
7. If the appliance is not working as it should, if it has received a sharp blow, if it has been dropped,
damaged, left outdoors, or dropped into water, do not use and contact the Dyson Helpline.
8. Contact the Dyson Helpline when a service or repair is required. Do not disassemble the appliance as
incorrect reassembly may result in an electric shock or fire.
9. Do not stretch the cable or place the cable under strain. Keep the cable away from heated surfaces.
Do not close a door on the cable, or pull the cable around sharp edges or corners. Arrange the cable
away from traffic areas and where it will not be stepped on or tripped over. Do not run over the cable.
10. Do not unplug by pulling on the cable. To unplug, grasp the plug, not the cable. The use of an
extension cable is not recommended.
11. Do not use to pick up water.
12. Do not use to pick up flammable or combustible liquids, such as petrol, or use in areas where they or
their vapours may be present.
13. Do not pick up anything that is burning or smoking, such as cigarettes, matches, or hot ashes.
14. Keep hair, loose clothing, fingers, and all parts of the body away from openings and moving parts,
such as the brush bar. Do not point the hose, wand or tools at your eyes or ears or put them in
your mouth.
15. Do not put any object into openings. Do not use with any openings blocked; keep free of dust, lint,
hair, and anything that may reduce airflow.
16. Use only Dyson recommended accessories and replacement parts.
17. Do not use without the clear bin and filter in place.
18. Unplug the charger when not in use for extended periods.
19. Use extra care when cleaning on stairs.
20. Do not install, charge or use this appliance outdoors, in a bathroom or within 3 metres (10 feet) of a
pool. Do not use on wet surfaces and do not expose to moisture, rain or snow.
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