IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
When using this machine, basic precaution
must always be followed, including the following:
READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING THIS MACHINE.
1. Do not leave appliance when plugged in. Unplug from outlet when not in use and before servicing.
2. Do not use outdoors or on wet surfaces.
3. Do not use near small children. Do not allow to be used as a toy. Close attention is necessary when used by
or near children.
4. Use only as described in this manual. Use only manufacturer's recommended attachments.
5. Do not use with damaged cord or plug. If appliance is not working as it should, has been dropped,
damaged, left outdoors, or dropped into water, return it to a service center.
6. Do not pull or carry by the cord, use cord as a handle, close a door on cord, or pull cord around sharp edges
or corners. Do not run appliance over cord. Keep cord away from heated surfaces.
7. Do not unplug by pulling on cord. To unplug, grasp the plug, not the cord.
8. Do not handle plug or appliance with wet hands.
9. 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.
10. Keep hair, loose clothing, fingers and all parts of body away from openings and moving parts. Do not place
fingers or other body parts under vacuum unless unplugged.
11. Do not pick up anything that is burning or smoking, such as cigarettes, matches, or hot ashes.
12. Do not use without dust bag and/or filters in place. Do not wash filters.
13. Turn off all controls before unplugging.
14. Use extra care when cleaning on stairs. Do not use to pick up flammable or combustible liquids such as
gasoline or use in areas where they may have been present.
15. Machines can cause fire when operated near flammable vapors or materials. Do not operate this machine
near flammable fluids, dust or vapors.
16. Maintenance and repairs must be done by qualified personnel.
17. Connect to a properly grounded outlet only. See Grounding Instructions.
18. Do not use machine as a step.
19. If used on plush carpet or carpet with thick padding, do not leave machine in one place with machine turned
on.
20. Do not use the handle in the dust bag housing to carry the machine.
READ AND SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, or injury:
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