Westinghouse 20V+ Manual De Usuario página 5

SAFETY INFORMATION
• Use only identical manufacturer's replacement parts and accessories. Use of any other parts may
create a hazard or cause product damage.
• Keep all bystanders, children, and pets at least 50 ft. (15 m) away.
• Do not operate the equipment while barefoot or when wearing sandals or similar lightweight
footwear.
• Wear protective footwear that will protect your feet and improve your footing on slippery surfaces.
• Secure long hair so it is above shoulder level to prevent entanglement in any moving parts.
• Keep firm footing and balance. Do not overreach. Overreaching can result in loss of balance.
GENERAL SAFETY WARNINGS AND INSTRUCTIONS FOR ALL TOOLS
• A BATTERY OPERATED UNIT with integral batteries or a separate battery pack must be re-
charged only with the specified charger for the battery. A charger that may be suitable for one type
of battery may create a risk of fire when used with another battery.
• USE BATTERY OPERATED UNIT ONLY with Westinghouse 20V battery pack. Use of any other
batteries may create a risk of fire.
• AVOID accidental starting. Be sure switch is in the off position before inserting battery pack. Car-
rying units with your finger on the switch or inserting the battery pack into a unit with the switch on
invites accidents.
• DO NOT use unit if switch does not turn it on or off. A unit that cannot be controlled with the
switch is dangerous and must be repaired.
• DISCONNECT battery pack from unit or place the switch in the locked or off position before mak-
ing any adjustments, changing accessories, or storing the unit. Such preventative safety measures
reduce the risk of starting the unit accidentally.
• ALWAYS WEAR EYE PROTECTION – Wear safety glasses or goggles at all times when this unit
is in use. Also use face or dust mask.
• DO NOT place outlet of sweeper near eyes or ears when operating.
• STORE IDLE UNITS. When not in use, the unit should be stored in a dry, high or locked-up place
- out of reach of children.
• DON'T OVERREACH. Keep proper footing and balance at all times.
• MAINTAIN UNIT WITH CARE. Keep unit clean for best and safest performance. Follow instruc-
tions for proper maintenance.
• DO NOT attempt to repair the sweeper. To assure product safety and reliability, repairs, main-
tenance, and adjustments should be performed by Westinghouse service centers or authorized
service centers, always using Westinghouse replacement parts.
• DO NOT operate sweeper in a gaseous or explosive atmosphere. Motors in these units normally
spark, and the sparks might ignite fumes.
• AVOID DANGEROUS ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS – Do not use electric units in damp or
wet locations. Don't use the unit in the rain.
• STAY ALERT - Watch what you are doing. Use common sense. Do not operate unit when you are
tired.
• USE THE RIGHT UNIT – Do not use this unit for any job except that for which it is intended.
• USE EXTRA CARE when cleaning on stairs.
• DO NOT allow to be used as a toy. Close attention is necessary when used by or near children.
Not recommended for use by children.
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