Operation:
• Do not allow other persons to
touch the device or the exten-
sion cord. Keep the device
away from persons, particularly
children and domestic animals.
• Do not turn on the device if it is
upside down or is not in work-
ing position.
• Avoid starting accidentally. En-
sure that the device is switched
off before connecting to the pow-
er supply, picking up, or carrying.
If you have a finger on the
switch whilst carrying the device
or connect the device to the
power supply whilst it is switched
on, this may cause accidents.
• Do not point the device when
it is working at persons, in
particular, do not point the air-
stream at eyes and ears.
• While working, make sure that
you are standing in a firm posi-
tion – especially when you are
on a slope. Always hold the de-
vice with both hands and work
only with correctly adjusted
shoulder carrying strap.
• Do not stretch the body too
far and ensure that balance is
maintained.
• Keep fingers and feet away
from the suction tube opening
and impeller wheel. There is a
danger of injury.
• Do not work with the device if
you are tired or lack concentra-
tion or after the consumption of
alcohol or tablets. Always take
time out for a break. Work at a
reasonable pace. Move slowly;
do not run.
• Long use of the equipment can
result in vibration-related circu-
latory disorders in the hands.
However, the length of use can
be extended by using suitable
gloves or taking regular breaks.
• Avoid operating the machine in
poor weather conditions, espe-
cially when there is a lightning
hazard. Work in daylight or un-
der good artificial lighting.
• Do not vacuum any burning,
smouldering or smoking materi-
als (e.g. cigarettes, embers etc.),
fumes or easily inflammable, poi-
sonous or explosive materials.
• Remove the plug from the plug
socket
- when you are not using the de-
vice,
- transporting it or leaving it un-
attended;
- when you are checking the
device, cleaning it or removing
blockages;
- when you are carrying out
cleaning or maintenance work
or replacing accessories;
- when the power or extension
cable is damaged; after contact
with foreign bodies or in case
of abnormal vibration;
• Do not vacuum any moist or wet
material or any liquids.
• Do not use the device in closed
or badly ventilated rooms. Do not
use the device near inflammable
liquids or gases. In case of non-
observance of these directions,
danger of fire or explosion exists.
• If an accident or fault occurs
during operation, immediately
switch off the device and discon-
nect at the plug. For the correc-
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