Safety Instructions; About The Operating Manual; About Certain Groups Of Persons; About The Power Supply - Dirt Devil EQU TURBO SILENCE Manual De Instrucciones

2 Safety instructions

2.1 About the operating manual

2 Safety instructions
Non-compliance with the operating instructions can lead to severe in-
juries as well as damage to the appliance.
Read this operating manual completely before working with the appli-
ance. Keep the operating manual in a safe place. Include the operating
manual if you pass the appliance on to someone else.
Always observe the notices marked as follows to avoid accidents and
damage to the appliance.
We take no responsibility for damage due to violation of these operating in-
structions.

2.2 About certain groups of persons

This appliance can be used by children aged from 8 years and above and
persons with reduced physical, sensory or mental capabilities or lack of ex-
perience and knowledge if they have been given supervision or instruction
concerning use of the appliance in a safe way and understand the hazards
involved. Children shall not play with the appliance. Cleaning and user
maintenance shall not be made by children without supervision.
Children must not be allowed to stand or sit on the appliance.

2.3 About the power supply

The appliance is operated with electrical power which means there is al-
ways a risk of electric shock. So please observe the following in particular:
Never touch the plug with wet hands.
Always pull directly on the plug if you want to disconnect the appliance
from the mains. Never pull on the cable as this could damage it.
Never carry the appliance by its power cord. It could get damaged.
Take care that the power cord is not bent, pinched, or rolled over and
ensure it does not come into contact with heat sources. Also take care
that it does not become a stumbling hazard.

2.4 About appropriate use

The cylinder vacuum cleaner is intended for home use only. It is not suita-
ble for commercial use.
Use the cylinder vacuum cleaner only for cleaning dry, normally soiled
floors. If you have mounted the 2-in-1 combi brush with the collar brush,
you can also use the appliance to vacuum furniture, skirting, etc. If you
have mounted the 2-in-1 combi brush without the collar brush, you can also
use the appliance to vacuum upholstery.
Any other use is considered inappropriate and is prohibited.
It is especially forbidden:
To use the appliance near explosive or easily flammable substances.
There is danger of fire or explosion.
To use the appliance outdoors. There is danger of rain or dirt destroying
the appliance.
To stick objects into the appliance's openings.
To modify or repair the appliance yourself.

2.5 If the appliance is defective

Never use a defective appliance or operate an appliance with a defective
power cord. If the power cord of this appliance is damaged, it must be re-
placed by the manufacturers, their authorised service representative or a
similarly qualified person to avoid danger.

2.6 About disposal

Dispose of the appliance in compliance with the environmental
protection laws of your country. Electrical waste may not be dis-
posed of together with domestic waste. Use local old-appliance
collection points instead.
All manuals and user guides at all-guides.com
Warning concerning health hazards describing possible risks of injury.
Warning concerning possible dangers to the appliance or other objects.
NOTE:
Highlights tips and information for you.
For reasons of safety we strongly recommend that even children aged
from 8 years and above do not operate the device as they definitely
cannot understand all specific dangers arising from it. Keep the appli-
ance out of reach of people of these groups.
Packing material must not be used to play with. There is danger of suf-
focation.
Never immerse the appliance in water or other liquids; keep it away
from rain and moisture.
Before connecting to the power supply, make sure that the voltage stat-
ed on the type plate matches the voltage of your plug socket. Only use
sockets with a ground/safety contact.
If possible, do not use extension cords. If you must use an extension
cord, use only safety-certified, water-protected single extension cords
(no multi-socket distributors) designed for the power consumption of
the appliance.
Always check the power cord for possible damage before using the ap-
pliance.
It is also forbidden:
to vacuum-clean:
- Persons, animals, plants, especially hair, fingers and other parts of
- Water and other fluids, especially damp carpet cleaning agents.
- Toner dust (for laser printers, copying machines, etc.). There is dan-
- Hot ash, burning cigarettes or matches. This could cause a fire.
- Pointed objects, such as glass shards, nails, etc. They can damage
- Rubble, plaster, cement, fine drilling-dust, make-up, etc. These might
Refer a defective appliance to an authorised dealer or the Royal Appliance
service for repair. Address
The filters used are made from environment-friendly materials. You may
dispose of them in your household waste.
WARNING:
ATTENTION:
the body as well as pieces of clothing worn on the body. They could
be sucked in and cause injuries.
Moisture inside the appliance can cause a short-circuit.
ger of fire or explosion.
the appliance.
damage the appliance.
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