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General Safety Instructions (Cont.)
• Do not use the vacuum cleaner to pick up:
• Flammable or combustible uids (such as fuel or solvent), burning
substances (such ash, cigarettes or hot coals) or use it in the presence of
explosive liquids or fumes
• Hard or sharp objects such as shards of glass, nails, coins
• Harmful or toxic materials (such as chlorine bleach, ammonia, drain cleaner)
• Any liquids, or vacuum in areas where liquids may be present
• Service and repair: The appliance has no user-serviceable parts contained
within. Do not attempt to open, disassemble or repair the device or the
battery charger yourself, or to replace the power cord. Only have it repaired
by an authorised technician, or contact the after sales support line for advice.
Electrical safety (charging)
• Battery charger: Use only the original battery charger supplied with this
appliance. Insert the plug rmly into a properly earthed mains socket.
• Voltage: Before connecting the battery charger to the charging station and
the power supply, ensure that the electrical voltage and circuit frequency
correspond to those indicated on the charger rating label.
• Charging: When charging the appliance, place the charger base:
• On a at surface to avoid overturning,
• Close to a power point so no one trips over the cord,
• Away from heated surfaces, such as a stove or heater surface.
• Protect the power cord. Do not kink or damage the battery charger's power
supply cord. If it is damaged, contact our after sales support line for advice.
• Protect from moisture: To protect against electric shock, do not immerse
the cord, plug or charger in water. Ensure your hands are dry before use.
• Disconnect after use: Unplug the battery charger from the outlet when you
have finished charging the appliance. Grip the plug, do not pull the cord.
• Unattended: Do not leave the appliance unsupervised while it is charging.
• Cleaning and storage: Before cleaning, servicing or moving the vacuum
cleaner, make sure it is disconnected from the charging station and the
charging station is disconnected from the power socket.
• Storage: Store the appliance in a cool, dry indoor area, out of children's reach.
• RCD: The installation of a residual current device (safety switch) is
recommended to provide additional safety protection when using electrical
appliances. It is advisable that a safety switch with a rated residual operating
current not exceeding 30mA be installed in the electrical circuit supplying the
appliance. See your electrician for professional advice.
