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balance enables better control of the
vacuum cleaner in unexpected situations.
Do not vacuum burning, smoking or
smoldering things like cigarettes, matches
or hot ashes. Fire inside the vacuum cleaner
canister may occur.
Do not use to vacuum flammable liquids,
alcohol, gases, or explosive dusts, like
gasoline or other fuels, lighter fluid, varnish,
polyurethane coatings, cleaners, oil-based
paints, natural gas, hydrogen, coal dust,
magnesium dust, grain dust, or gun powder
or use in areas where they may be present.
Electric motors create sparks which may
ignite the dust or fumes.
Dress properly. Do not wear loose clothing
or jewelry. Contain long hair. Keep your hair,
clothing, fingers, and all parts of body away
from moving parts. Loose clothes, jewelry, or
long hair can be caught in moving parts, hose,
and suction nozzles. Keep handles dry, clean
and free from oil and grease.
Do not hold the hose against any body parts
during operation. Static electricity build-up in
the hose during operation may result in static
shock.
hearing protection. Dust mask, non-skid
safety shoes, hard hat, or hearing protection
must be used for appropriate conditions.
This product contains chemicals, including
lead, known to the State of California to
cause cancer, and birth defects or other
reproductive harm. Wash hands after
handling.
If appliance is not working as it should, has
been dropped, damaged, left outdoors, or
dropped into water, return it to a service
center.
Do not put any object into openings. Do
not use with any opening blocked; keep
free of dust, lint, hair, and anything that
may reduce air flow.
Use
only
attachments
recommended by the manufacturer for
your model. Attachments that may be
suitable for one vacuum cleaner may
become hazardous when used on another
vacuum cleaner.
Use
safety
equipment. Always
wear
eye
and
that
are
Have servicing performed by a qualified
repair person using only identical
replacement parts. This will ensure that the
safety of the product is maintained.
Do not modify or attempt to repair the
appliance except as indicated in the
instructions for use and care.
Battery tool use and care
Recharge only with the charger specified
by the manufacturer. A charger that is
suitable for one type of battery pack may
create a risk of fire when used with another
battery pack.
Use power tools only with specifically
designated battery packs. Use of any other
battery packs may create a risk of injury and
fire.
When battery pack is not in use, keep it
away from other metal objects like paper
clips, coins, keys, nails, screws, or other
small metal objects that can make a
connection from one terminal to another.
Shorting the battery terminals together may
cause burns or a fire.
Under abusive conditions, liquid may be
ejected from the battery; avoid contact. If
contact accidentally occurs, flush with
water. If liquid contacts eyes, additionally
seek medical help. Liquid ejected from the
battery may cause irritation or burns.
Do not use a battery pack or tool that is
damaged or modified. Damaged or modified
batteries may exhibit unpredictable
behaviour resulting in fire, EXPLOSION or
risk of injury.
Do not expose a battery pack or tool to fire
or excessive temperature. Exposure to fire
or temperature above 265 °F (130 °C) may
cause explosion.
Follow all charging instructions and do not
charge the battery pack or tool outside the
temperature range specified in the
instructions. Charging improperly or at
temperatures outside the specified range
may damage the BATTERY and increase the
risk of fire.
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