OperationPage GB-14
Operation
You can use the appliance if
– You have read the ‘Safety’
chapter and the safety infor-
mation (see page GB-4).
– The appliance has been set up
as described in the ‘Start-up’
chapter (see page GB-13).
Vacuuming floors
WARNING
Risk of electric shock!
The appliance operates with
220–240 V~/50 Hz mains
voltage. Improper handling
of the appliance can lead to
serious injuries or to death.
■ Do not vacuum glowing
ash, burning cigarettes or
matches, sharp objects,
glass fragments, water or
other liquids. Glowing ash,
burning cigarettes, etc. set
the fi lter on fi re; moisture
can cause short circuits;
sharp objects damage the
fi lter and can cause short
circuits.
CAUTION
Health hazard!
Improper handling of the ap-
pliance may result in health
hazards.
■ Do not use the appliance if
the hygiene or motor pro-
tection fi lter is missing or
damaged. Otherwise vac-
uumed dust can penetrate
the appliance and escape
into the ambient air.
NOTICE
Risk of damage!
Vacuuming unsuitable mate-
rials blocks the fi lter and can
damage the appliance.
■ Never vacuum clay, plaster,
cement, masonry dust or
drilling dust.
(5)
1. Rotate the upper mains cord
holder (5) to release the mains
cord.