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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
When using an electrical appliance, basic precautions should always be followed, including the following:
READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING (THIS APPLIANCE)
WARNING
• Do not leave appliance when plugged in. Unplug from outlet when not in use and before servicing.
• Do not expose to rain, store indoors.
• Do not allow to be used as a toy. Close attention is necessary when used by or near children.
• Use only as described in this manual. Use only manufacturer's recommended attachments.
• 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.
• Do not pull or carry by 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.
• Do not unplug by pulling on cord. To unplug, grasp the plug, not the cord.
• Do not handle plug or appliance with wet hands.
• Do not put any object into openings. Do not use with any opening blocked; keep free of dust, lint, hair, and anything that
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• Turn off all controls before unplugging.
• Use extra care when cleaning on stairs.
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• Connect to a properly grounded outlet only. See Grounding Instructions.
• Unplug before connecting hose and accessories
• Do not pick up anything that is burning or smoking, such as cigarettes, matches, or hot ashes.
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SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
For household use only
GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS
This appliance must be grounded. If it should malfunction or breakdown, grounding provides a path of least resistance for
electric current to reduce the risk of electric shock. This appliance is equipped with a cord having an equipment-grounding
conductor and grounding plug. The plug must be inserted into an appropriate outlet that is properly installed and grounded
in accordance with all local codes and ordinances.
WARNING – Improper connection of the equipment-grounding conductor can result in a risk of electric shock. Check with
This appliance is for use on a nominal 120-V circuit and has a grounding attachment plug that looks like the plug illustrated
should be used with this appliance.
EARTH (GROUND)
symbol
ALTERNATING CURRENT
symbol
BEF
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