IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
READ ALL SAFETY WARNINGS AND INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING THIS PRODUCT.
WARNING:
WHEN USING AN ELECTRICAL PRODUCT, BASIC PRECAUTIONS
SHOULD ALWAYS BE FOLLOWED TO AVOID ELECTRIC SHOCK, FIRE, AND/OR
SERIOUS INJURY, INCLUDING THE FOLLOWING:
• Fully assemble before operating.
• Do not store or charge battery outdoors or on wet surfaces. Do not allow to get wet.
• Do not immerse. Use only on rug or hard floor moistened by the cleaning process.
• To Reduce the Risk of Fire and Electric Shock due to internal component damage, use only BRAND
cleaning fluid intended for use with this appliance. See the Cleaning Fluid section (page 8) of
this manual.
• Do not allow to be used as a toy. Not intended for use by children age 12 and under. Close
supervision is necessary when used by or near children. To avoid injury or damage, keep children
away from product, and do not allow children to place fingers or other objects into any openings.
• Use only as described in this user's manual. Use only HOOVER® recommended attachments.
(See page 14 for attachment and accessory compatility).
• Do not use charger with damaged cord or plug. If product or charger is not working as it should,
has been dropped, damaged, left outdoors, or dropped into water, call customer service at
1 (800) 944-9200 prior to continuing use.
• Do not pull or carry charger by cord. Keep cord away from heated surfaces.
• Do not unplug charger by pulling on cord. To unplug charger, grasp the plug, not the cord.
• Do not handle charger, plug, or charger terminals 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 may reduce air flow.
• Keep hair, loose clothing, fingers, and all parts of body away from openings and moving parts.
• Do not use to pick up flammable or combustible liquids, such as gasoline, or fine wood sandings,
or use in areas where they may be present.
• Do not pick up anything burning or smoking, such as cigarettes, matches, or hot ashes.
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SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
• Do not use without filters or tank in place.
• Do not clean over floor electrical outlets.
WARNING:
RISK OF FIRE, PROPERTY DAMAGE, AND INJURY. NEVER EXPOSE
YOUR BATTERY PACK OR CHARGER TO WATER, MOISTURE, OR FLUIDS, INCLUDING
BUT NOT LIMITED TO CORROSIVE OR CONDUCTIVE FLUIDS, OR ALLOW FLUIDS TO
FLOW INSIDE THESE ITEMS.
Corrosive or conductive fluids, such as salt water, chlorine, certain industrial chemicals, and bleach
or bleach containing products, etc., can cause a short circuit in the battery pack. If your battery pack
is exposed to a corrosive or conductive fluid, do not attempt to use or charge the battery pack and
immediately perform the following steps:
• Wear appropriate personal protective equipment, including eye protection and rubber gloves.
• Place your exposed battery pack in a large bucket, such as a 5 gallon or similar bucket, and fill the
bucket with regular tap water. Do not place more than two packs in the bucket.
• Locate the bucket outdoors in an area inaccessible to children and pets and away from all buildings,
garages/sheds, structures, vehicles, and combustible/flammable materials.
• Leave the battery pack(s) in the bucket filled with tap water and call Customer Service at
1-888-768-2014 for additional instructions on the proper disposal of the exposed battery pack(s).
• Prevent unintentional starting. Ensure the switch is in the off-position before (connecting to
battery
pack,) picking up or carrying the product. Carrying the appliance with your finger on the switch or
energizing appliance that have the switch on invites accidents.
• Disconnect the battery pack before making any adjustments, changing accessories or storing
product. Such preventative measure reduce the risk of starting the product accidentally.
• Recharge only with the HOOVER charger. A charger that is suitable for one type of battery pack
may create a risk of injury and fire when used with another battery pack. See page 14 for charger
compatibility.