(Original instructions)
EN © 2016 English
(Original instructions)
EN © 2016 English
3 SAFETY RULES/RESIDUAL RISKS
3.1 SAFETY “DO NOTS”
3.1.1
 allow the appliance to be used by children less than 8 years of age or persons 
with impaired physical, sensory or mental capabilities, or who do not have the necessary experience 
and knowledge, unless they are suitably supervised and have been instructed in the safe use of the 
appliance and the risks involved.
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3.1.2
Children MUST NOT use the appliance as a toy. Supervise children to ensure that this 
does not occur.
3.1.3 Cleaning and user maintenance must NOT be carried out by children or incompetent persons unless 
properly supervised.
3.1.4 Keep the packaging lm out of reach of children. Suffocation hazard!
3.1.5
The appliance MUST NOT be operated by children or anyone who has not read and 
understood the instructions.
3.1.6
NEVER use the appliance with flammable or toxic liquids, or liquids with characteristics 
incompatible with its proper operation. Use of the appliance in a potentially flammable or explosive 
atmosphere is forbidden.
3.1.7
Some substances may combine with the air sucked in to form explosive vapours and 
mixtures. NEVER suck in the following substances:
- Explosive or ammable gases, liquids or dust (reactive dust).
- Powdered reactive metals (e.g. aluminium, magnesium or zinc) together with strong alkaline and 
acid detergents.
- Pure acid and alkaline solutions.
- Organic substances (e.g. petrol, paint thinners, acetone or diesel fuel).
These substances may also corrode the materials from which the appliance is made. 
3.1.8 Switch off the appliance after each use and before all cleaning/maintenance.
3.1.9 Fire hazard. NEVER suck up burning or red hot materials.
3.1.10
NEVER use the appliance outdoors in the rain.
3.1.11
DO NOT touch the plug and/or socket with wet hands.
3.1.12
NEVER use the appliance if the power cable is damaged. If the power cable is damaged, 
it must be replaced by the manufacturer, one of its authorised Service Centres or similarly qualified 
persons in order to avoid a safety hazard.