General information for using the vacuum cleaner
Use of the vacuum cleaner is governed by the laws in force in
the country where it is used.
Besides the operating instructions and the laws in force in
the country where the vacuum cleaner is used, the technical
regulations for ensuring safe and correct operation must also
be observed.
Do not carry out any operation that could jeopardize the safety
of people, property and the environment. Comply with the
safety indications and prescriptions in this instruction manual.
Proper uses
This vacuum cleaner is suitable for commercial use, in hotels,
schools, hospitals, factories, shops, offices and apartment
buldings for example, for hire and in any case for purposes
other than normal domestic use.
This vacuum cleaner is suitable for cleaning and vacuuming
solid materials in indoor environments.
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Always leave enough room around the vacuum cleaner
to reach the controls easily.
The vacuum cleaner has been designed to be used by one
operator only.
This vacuum cleaner consists of an automated vacuum
unit, with a filter upstream and a container for collecting the
vacuumed material.
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Improper Use
WARNING!
The following use of the device is strictly forbidden:
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Outdoors.
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When not placed on level ground. hen not used
on level horizontal surfaces.
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When the filtering unit is not installed.
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When the vacuum inlet and/or hose are turned to
face parts of the human body.
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Use without the cover on the vacuum unit.
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When the dust container is not installed.
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Use without the guards, protective covers and
safety systems installed by the manufacturer.
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When the cooling vents are partially or totally
clogged.
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When the vacuum cleaner is covered with plastic
or fabric sheets.
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Use with the air outlet partially or totally closed.
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When used in narrow areas where there is no
fresh air.
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Vacuuming liquids with vacuum cleaners not
equipped with specific original stopping systems.
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Vacuuming the following materials:
1.
Burning materials (embers, hot ashes, lit
cigarettes, etc.).
2.
Open flames.
3.
Combustible gas.
4.
Flammable liquids, aggressive fuels
(gasoline, solvents, acids, alkaline solutions,
etc.).
5.
Explosive dust/substances and/or ones liable
to ignite in a spontaneous way (such as
magnesium or aluminium dusts, etc.).
Important: Fraudulent use is not admitted.
Under no circumstances may this vacuum cleaner be used
safely for the collection of hazardous or toxic materials unless
equipped with an absolute (HEPA/ULPA) filter.
Be sure to install the HEPA/ULPA filter according to Nilfisk's
written instructions.
Do not use this cleaner for the removal of hazardous
substances unless you are licensed and/or certified for this
work by the authorities having jurisdiction.
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VHS 120 N1, N6
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