General Safety Information
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FOR HOUSEHOLD USE ONLY.
When using the handheld, basic safety precautions should
always be observed, including the following:
WARNING: Do not use outdoors or on wet surfaces.
1. Do not charge the unit outdoors.
2. Turn off the handheld before connecting or
disconnecting from the mains supply.
3. Children should be supervised to ensure that they do
not play with the appliance.
4. This appliance is not intended for use by persons
(including children) 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 by person
responsible for their safety.
5. Use only as described in this manual. Use only the
manufacturer’s recommended attachments.
6. Do not use with damaged cord or plug. If the appliance
is not working, as it should, has been dropped,
damaged, left outdoors, or dropped into water, return it
to a Vax Authorised Service Agent or suitably qualified
person for examination, repair or adjustment.
7. Do not abuse the cord. Keep the cord away from
heated surface. Do not pull the cord around sharp
edges or corners. Do not close the cord in a door.
8. Do not handle the plug or appliance with wet hands.
9. This product contains a rechargeable lead acid battery.
Do not throw batteries into fire or expose them to high
temperatures, as they may burst.
10. Do not use with any opening blocked; keep free of
dust, lint, hair, and anything that may reduce airflow.
11. Keep hair, loose clothing, fingers and all parts of the
body away from openings and moving parts.
12. Do not pick up hot coals, cigarette butts, matches or
anything hot, smoking or burning objects.
13. Do not pick up flammable or combustible materials
(lighter fluid, petrol, kerosene, etc) or use in the
presence of explosive liquids or vapour.
14. Do not vacuum up harmful or toxic material (chlorine
bleach, ammonia, drain cleaner, etc).
15. Do not use without the filter in place.
16. Do not vacuum up hard or sharp objects such as glass,
nails, screws, coins, etc.
17. Turn off all controls before unplugging.
18. Take extra care when cleaning on stairs
19. Store the appliance indoors in a cool, dry area.
20. Use only the charger supplied by the manufacturer to
recharge.
IPORTANT: For dry debris use only.
WARNING: Always switch off and unplug the
handheld from the electrical outlet before
assembling, opening or emptying the dirt container, or before
connecting/disconnecting the attachments or performing
any maintenance.
I PORTANT: Remove the battery from the
appliance before recycling. For further information
please contact your local waste management centre.
This handheld is intended for household use only and
NOT for commercial or industrial use.
PLEASE KEEP INSTRUCTIONS FOR FURTHER USE.
