IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
WARNING-To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, or injury, please read carefully and
understand the following content:
• Do not leave appliance when plugged in. Unplug from outlet when not in use and before
servicing.
• Use indoors only. Do not use on wet surfaces.
• Do not store outdoors or on wet surfaces.
• Use only as described in this manual.
• Do not pull or carry by cord, do not use cord as a handle, do not close a door on cord or
pull cord around sharp edges or corners, do not run appliance over cord. Keep cord
away from heated surfaces.
• Do not unplug by pulling on cord.
• Do not handle plug or appliance with wet hands.
• Do not put any object into unit openings. Do not use with any openings blocked; keep
free of dust, lint, hair, and anything that may reduce air flow.
• Use extra caution when cleaning on stairs.
• Do not vacuum any electrical appliances while they are plugged in.
• Do not use this product to pick up sharp objects, metallic debris or large, solid objects
(i.e., rocks or pebbles), as product damage may result.
• Do not use to pick up any liquids, toxic substances, flammable or combustible liquids
such as gasoline or use in areas where they may be present.
• Do not place or drop the product into water or other liquids, if the product falls into
water, immediately unplug it from the electrical outlet. Do not touch or reach into the
water.
• Do not vacuum burning or smoking materials, such as lit cigarette butts, matches or hot
ashes.
• Do not use on or near hot surfaces. Keep cord away from heated surfaces.
• Do not use without dirt bowl and filters in place.
• If the supply cord is damaged, it must be replaced by the manufacturer, its
• service agent or a similarly qualified person in order to avoid a hazard.
• This appliance is not intended for use by persons (including children) with reduced
physical, sensory or mental capabilities, or lack of experience and knowledge, unless
they have been given supervision or instruction concerning use of the appliance by a
person responsible for their safety. Children should be supervised to ensure that they
do not play with the appliance