Bissell 16W5 - Manual (Page 3)

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MPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
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When using an electrical appliance, basic pre-
cautions should be observed, including
the following:
Read all instRuctions befoRe using
youR deeP cleaneR
WARNING:
To reduce the risk of fire,
electric shock, or injury:
■ do not immerse.
■ use only on surfaces moistened by cleaning process.
■ always connect to a properly grounded outlet.
see grounding instructions.
■ unplug from outlet when not in use and before
conducting maintenance or troubleshooting.
■ do not leave machine when it is plugged in.
■ do not service machine when it is plugged in.
■ do not use with damaged cord or plug.
■ if appliance is not working as it should, has
been dropped, damaged, left outdoors, or
dropped into water, have it repaired at an
authorized service center.
■ use indoors only.
■ do not pull or carry by cord, use cord as a
handle, close door on cord, pull cord around
sharp corners or edges, run appliance over
cord, or expose cord to heated surfaces.
■ do not carry the appliance while in use.
■ do not unplug by pulling on cord. unplug by
grasping the plug, not the cord.
■ do not handle plug or appliance with wet hands.
■ do not put any object into appliance openings,
use with blocked opening, or restrict air flow.
■ do not expose hair, loose clothing, fingers or
body parts to openings or moving parts.
■ do not pick up hot or burning objects.
■ do not pick up flammable or combustible
materials (lighter fluid, gasoline, kerosene, etc.) or
use in the presence of explosive liquids or vapor.
■ do not use appliance in an enclosed space filled
with vapors given off by oil base paint, paint thin-
ner, some moth proofing substances, flammable
dust, or other explosive or toxic vapors.
■ do not pick up toxic material (chlorine bleach,
ammonia, drain cleaner, gasoline, etc.).
■ do not modify the 3-prong grounded plug.
■ do not allow to be used as a toy.
■ do not use for any purpose other than
described in this user’s guide.
■ use only manufacturer’s recommended attachments.
■ use only cleaning products formulated by bissell for
use in this appliance to prevent internal component
damage. see the cleaning fluid section of this guide.
■ Keep openings free of dust, lint, hair, etc.
■ close attention is necessary when used by
or near children.
■ Keep appliance on a level surface.
■ turn off all controls before unplugging.
■ be extra careful when cleaning stairs.
■ unplug before attaching the turbobrush ® .
SAVE THESE
INSTRUCTIONS.
this model is foR household use only.
commercial use of this unit voids the
manufacturer’s warranty.
GROUNDING
INSTRUCTIONS
this appliance must be connected to a
grounded wiring system. if it should malfunc-
tion or break down, grounding provides a
safe path of least resistance for electrical cur-
rent, reducing the risk of electrical shock. the
cord for this appliance has an equipment-
grounding conductor and a grounding plug.
it must only be plugged into an outlet that is
properly installed and grounded in accor-
dance with all local codes and ordinances.
WARNING:
improper connection of the equipment-
grounding conductor can result in a risk
of electrical shock. check with a qualified
electrician or service person if you aren’t
sure if the outlet is properly grounded.
do not modify the Plug. if it will not
fit the outlet, have a proper outlet installed
by a qualified electrician. this appliance
is designed for use on a nominal 120-volt
circuit, and has a grounding attachment
plug that looks like the plug in the drawing
above. make certain that the appliance
is connected to an outlet having the same
configuration as the plug. no plug adapter
should be used with this appliance.
Grounded
Outlets
Grounding Pin