CONSUMER INFORMATION
This information has been compiled by the Vacuum Cleaner Manufacturer's Associa-
tion working with government and private sources, concerned with product safety.
These basic guidelinesare for your protectionand convenience.
THIS CLEANER IS INTENDEDFOR HOUSEHOLD USE ONLY.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
When you use an appliance, basic precautionsshould always be followed, including
the following:
READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE YOU USE THE APPLIANCE.
ALWAYS FOLLOW THESE SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS.
WARNING:
TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE,
ELECTRIC SHOCK OR INJURY:
Look on your vacuum cleaner and follow all
labeland markinginstructions.
Electricshockcould occur if usedoutdoorsor
on wet surfaces.
Do not let children play with the vacuum
cleaner. Watch closelywhen the vacuum clean-
er is used by or near children.
Do not use the vacuum cleaner to pick up
flammable or combustible liquids or fumes,
such as gasoline, or use in areas where they
may be present.
Keep the vacuum cleaner on the floor. Only
the hand-heldvacuum cleaners may be set on
furniture.
Do not use the vacuum cleaner without dust-
bag or filters in place.
Do not usethe power cord to pull or carry the
vacuum cleaner. Do not usethe powercord as a
handle. Do notshutany door onthe cordor pull
the cord around sharp edges or corners. Keep
the cord away from heatedsurfaces. Do not run
the vacuum cleaner over the cord.
Do not use vacuum cleaner with a damaged
cord or plug. Do not use vacuum cleaner if
working improperly, dropped, damaged, left
outdoors or dropped in water. First, send to
servicecenter for check and repair.
Store the vacuum cleaner indoors. Put the
vacuum cleaner away after use to prevent trip-
ping accidents.
Do not pull on the cord to unplugthe vacuum
cleaner. Grasp the plug instead.
Be most careful when vacuum cleaning on
stairs.
Only use attachments and hoses recom-
mended by the manufacturer. Use the vacuum
cleaner only as stated in this manual.
Turn all controls to "OFF" before unplugging
the vacuum cleaner.
Do not use an extension cord with this
cleaner.
Do not touch the plug or the vacuum cleaner
with wet hands.
Do not putany object intothevacuum cleaner
vent or other openings. Do not turn the vacuum
cleaner on if somethingisblockinganopening.
Keepventsfree of thingsthat slow air flow, such
as dust, lint and hair.
Do not pick up anythingthat is hot, smoking
or burning. Do notpick upcigarettes, hot ashes
or matches.
Unplug the vacuum cleaner if you leave the
room.Unplugitwhen it isnot inuse and before
you service it.
Always turn off the vacuum cleaner before
connecting or removing either the hose or the
motorizednozzle.
Do not use hoseif it isdamaged,cut or punc-
tured. Do not pick up sharp objects with the
vacuumnozzleor hose.The hosecontainselec-
trical wires.
Keepend of hose, wands and other openings
away from your face and body. Keep your
hands,feet, hairand clothingawayfrom moving
parts.
Approved bythe Vacuum CleanersManufacturersAssociationExecutiveCommittee, April
29,
1987.
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