IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING THIS APPLIANCE
When using an electrical appliance, basic precautions should always be followed, including the following:
WARNING
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To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock or injury:
1. Do not use on wet surfaces or outdoors.
2. Do not vacuum liquids or fine powders (such as drywall dust).
3. Do not use to pick up flammable or combustible liquids such
as gasoline or use in areas where they may be present.
4. Do not pick up anything that is burning or smoking, such as
cigarettes, matches, or hot ashes.
5. Do not allow to be used as a toy. Close attention is necessary
when used by or near children.
6. Use only as described in this manual. Use only
manufacturer's recommended attachments.
7. Keep hair, loose clothing, fingers and all parts of body away
from openings and moving parts.
8. Turn off all controls before unplugging.
9. Use extra care when cleaning on stairs.
10. Do not handle plug or appliance with wet hands.
11. Do not use with damaged cord or plug. If appliance is not
working as it should, if it has been dropped, damaged,
left outdoors, or dropped into water, return it to a Service
Center.
12. Keep your work area well lighted.
13. Connect to a properly grounded outlet only. See grounding
instructions shown on page 10.
14. When performing installation, servicing or cleaning the unit,
it is recommended to wear safety glasses and gloves.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
CAUTION
1. 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.
2. Ensure air flows freely and exhausts unobstructed from top
or side outlet.
3. Do not use without filter (or filters, according to the model)
in place.
4. Do not use to blow leaves or debris.
5. Do not place any object on top of the unit.
6. Do not install the unit horizontally.
7. Do not use the pail as a wash bucket.
8. Do not use the pail as a stool.
9. Avoid picking up sharp objects.
10. This appliance is for use on a standard 120 VAC, dedicated
20-amp branch circuit.
11. Do not unplug the unit by pulling on cord. To unplug, grasp
the plug, not the cord.
12. Store your vacuum cleaner indoors in a clean, dry area, and
away from extreme temperatures.
13. Any servicing other than that recommended in this manual
should be performed by an authorized service facility.
14. We recommend that your unit be inspected by a specialized
technician once a year.
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