Bissell 87R4 - Manual (Page 3)

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I
MPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
When using an electrical appliance,
basic precautions should be observed,
including the following:
READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS
BEFORE USING YOUR
UPRIGHT VACUUM.
WARNING:
To reduce
the risk of fire, electric shock,
or injury:
■
Do not use outdoors or on wet surfaces.
■
Do not leave 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,
return it to a service agent.
■
Do not handle unit with wet hands.
■
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 unplug by pulling on cord. Unplug by
grasping plug.
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Do not run appliance over cord.
■
Do not handle plug or appliance with wet hands.
■
Do not expose hair, loose clothing, fingers or body
parts to openings or moving parts.
■
Do not pick up hot or burning objects such as
cigarettes, matches, or hot ashes.
■ Do not pick up flammable or combustible materials (lighter
fluid, petrol, kerosene, etc.) or use in the
presence of explosive liquids or vapour.
■
Do not use appliance in an enclosed space filled with
vapours given off by oil base paint, paint
thinner, some moth proofing substances, flammable dust,
or other explosive or toxic vapours.
■
Not intended for use by persons (including
children) with reduced 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
■ Young children should be supervised to ensure that they do
not play with the appliance.
■
Remove plug from electrical outlet before cleaning or
maintaining the appliance.
■
If the supply cord is damaged, it must be replaced by
the manufacturer or its service agent in order to avoid a
hazard.
■
Do not pick up toxic material (chlorine bleach,
ammonia, drain cleaner, petrol, etc.).
■
Do not use for any purpose other than described in
this User’s Guide.
■
Use only manufacturer’s recommended attachments.
■
Do not use with any opening blocked; keep free of
dust, lint, hair, and anything that may reduce air flow.
■
Keep appliance on a level surface.
■
Turn off all controls before unplugging.
■ Be extra careful when cleaning stairs.
■
This appliance is provided with double
insulation. Use only identical replacement parts.
■
Do not use without debris tank and/or filters in place.
■
Pay close attention when working
around children.
SAVE THESE
INSTRUCTIONS.
THIS MODEL IS FOR HOUSEHOLD USE ONLY.
IMPORTANT
FOR OPERATION ON A 220-240 VOLT A.C. 50/60 Hz
POWER SUPPLY ONLY.
If your appliance is fitted with a nonrewireable BS 1363
plug it must not be used unless a 13 amp (ASTA approved
to BS 1362) fuse is fitted in the carrier contained in
the plug. (Spares may be obtained from your BISSELL
supplier). If for any reason the plug is cut off, it must be
disposed of, as it is an electric shock hazard should it be
inserted into a mains socket.
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