Dyson V11 Parquet Extra User Manual page 4

IMPORTANT SAFETY
INSTRUCTIONS
BEFORE USING THIS APPLIANCE READ ALL
INSTRUCTIONS AND CAUTIONARY MARKINGS
IN THE USER 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,
batteries 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 should not be performed
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 your Dyson User
manual. Do not carry out any maintenance other
than that shown in your User 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 charger
or appliance with wet hands.
6. Do not use with a damaged charger or cable.
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.
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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 use to pick up water.
11. 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.
12. Do not pick up anything that is burning
or smoking, such as cigarettes, matches,
or hot ashes.
13. 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.
14. Do not insert any objects into openings. Do not
use with any openings blocked; keep free of dust,
lint, hair, and anything that may reduce airflow.
15. Use only Dyson recommended accessories and
replacement parts.
16. Do not use without the clear bin and filter(s)
in place.
17. Unplug the charger when not in use for
extended periods.
18. Use extra care when cleaning on stairs.
19. To prevent unintentional starting, be careful
to keep your hands and fingers away from
the power trigger until you are ready to begin
vacuuming, especially when picking up or
carrying the appliance. Carrying the appliance
with your finger on the power trigger
invites accidents.
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.
21. When removing or replacing a motorised brush
bar, be careful not to pull the power trigger until
the cleaner head has been reassembled.
22. Do not use a battery or appliance that
is damaged or modified. Damaged or modified
batteries may exhibit unpredictable behaviour
resulting in fire, explosion or risk of injury. The
battery used in this appliance may present a risk
of fire or chemical burn if mistreated. Do not
disassemble or short-circuit the battery's supply
terminals. Do not expose the battery or appliance
to fire or excessive temperatures. Exposure
to fire or temperatures above 60°C (140°F) may
cause explosion.