▪ When operating the vacuum cleaner in damp
environment, use a residual current device
(RCD). Using a residual current device (RCD)
reduces the risk of an electric shock.
▪ The appliance must be used only for its pre-
scribed purpose. Any use other than those
mentioned in this Manual will be considered a
case of misuse. The user and not the manu-
facturer shall be liable for any damage or injury
resulting from such cases of misuse.
▪ Never hold the connectors in front of your face
(especially your eyes, ears, etc.) Never direct
the nozzle towards persons or animals.
▪ Make sure that the correct dust bag has been
inserted securely in its holder before using the
appliance. The wrong dust bag or incorrectly
installed dust bags can cause damage to the
appliance and cause the guarantee to become
void.
▪ Do not vacuum up ashes, hot coals or the like,
large fragments of glass and sharp objects.
▪ Do not vacuum up any toner dust, which is used
in printers and copiers for example, because it
is electrically conductive. In addition, it is pos-
sible that it will not be completely filtered out by
the filter system of the wet/dry vacuum cleaner
and can be released into the air via the exhaust
fan.
▪ Never vacuum flammable or poisonous liquids
like petrol, oil, acids, or other volatile substanc-
es.
▪ Do not vacuum up liquids that are hotter than
60ºC or any poisonous or flammable dusts.
▪ Never vacuum asbestos or asbestos dust.
▪ Never lay the appliance on its side. Pay par-
ticular attention to a horizontal position and ad-
equate stability on stairs.
WARNING: Always switch off and
unplug the appliance after use, prior to cleaning,
changing the filters or accessories, carrying or
storing. Do not use the cable to pull the plug out
of the socket. Dismount all accessories from
the appliance prior to storing.
▪ Keep the vacuum cleaner away from heat
sources
▪ Never leave the appliance switched on unat-
tended. If you leave the work area, switch the
appliance off or unplug it from the receptacle
(don't pull the cord, but use the plug).
▪ Never use the appliance when you are under
the influence of medication, alcohol or drugs, if
you are currently under medical care, or if you
are tired.
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▪ Make sure that the cable can't cause bystand-
ers to stumble and do not give children access
to the appliance.
▪ Check regularly the perfect working condition of
the electric appliance and the supply cable. Do
not operate faulty electric appliances.
▪ In case the supply cable is damaged, the re-
placement has to be done in an authorised
SPARKY service centre.
▪ Do not attempt to repair the appliance yourself.
The repair of these electric appliances can be
performed only by qualified technicians in the
authorised SPARKY service centres using
original spare parts. Incorrect repair may cause
considerable danger for the operator.
▪ Only use original SPARKY spare parts and ac-
cessories. The use of non approved parts or ac-
cessories may be a possible source of danger
and will cause the guarantee to become void.
▪ Check the float often.
▪ If you notice liquid leaking from your appliance,
switch it off immediately and unplug it.
▪ Do not put the appliance in water. Make sure
that water is not spilled on the appliance.
▪ When disposing of the wastewater, make sure
that you observe any legal regulations.
▪ Only store the appliance in a safe and dry loca-
tion outside the reach of children.
▪ Always keep the appliance clean. Don't use any
solvents or cleaners that contain solvents for
cleaning.
Please pay particular attention to the following
"Special Safety Information"
SPECIAL SAFETY INFORMATION
▪ Never vacuum up hot ashes or pointed or sharp
objects.
▪ Never use the appliance in damp rooms.
▪ Do not use the appliance without a dust bag (an
exception is wet vacuuming). Make sure that
the dust bag is inserted into the appliance cor-
rectly.
▪ When using the appliance, make sure that no
hair, clothing, or members are drawn in.
▪ Keep the vacuum cleaner away from heat
sources such as radiant heaters, ovens, etc.
▪ In order to operate this electric appliance prop-
erly you must observe the safety regulations,
the assembly directions and the operating in-
structions specified in this Manual. All users
must be acquainted with this Manual and in-
formed on the potential risks during operating
the electric appliance.
▪ Children, disabled and aged persons are often
not aware of the dangers that can result from
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