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. Only use the
manufacturer’s recommended attachments.
6. Do not use the handheld vacuum if it has been
dropped, damaged, left outdoors, or dropped into
water. Do not use the charger with a damaged
cord or plug. If the charger is damaged, it must be
replaced by the manufacturer or a recommended
Service Agent to avoid hazard and invalidating the
guarantee.
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. 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. Only use the charger supplied by the manufacturer
to recharge.
IMPORTANT: 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.
IMPORTANT: 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 EEP INSTRUCTIONS FOR FURTHER
USE.
