Bissell 7100 - Manual (Page 3)

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MPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
When using an electrical appliance, basic
precautions should be observed, including
the following:
READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS
BEFORE USING YOUR
CANISTER VACUUM.
Always connect to a polarized outlet (left slot is wider
than right). Unplug from outlet when not in use and
before conducting maintenance.
WARNING:
To reduce
the risk of fire, electric shock,
or injury:
■ Do not leave cleaner when it is plugged in.
■ Unplug from outlet when not in use and before
servicing.
■ Do not use with damaged cord or plug.
■ To unplug grasp plug not cord.
■ Do not pull or carry by cord, use cord as a handle,
close door on cord, pull cord around sharp corners,
run cleaner over cord, or expose cord to heated
surfaces.
■ Hold plug when rewinding the cord onto the reel.
Do not allow the plug to whip when rewinding.
■ Do not use cleaner if it has been dropped, damaged,
left outdoors or dropped into water. Have it repaired
at an Authorized Service Center.
■ Do not allow children to use as a toy.
■ Do not use outdoors or on wet surfaces.
■ Do not handle cleaner or plug with wet hands.
■ Do not put any object into openings, use with
blocked opening, or restrict air flow.
■ Do not use without dust bag and/or filters in place.
■ Do not allow hair, loose clothing, fingers or
body parts to get near openings or floor brush in
the appliance.
■ Do not pick up hot coals, cigarette butts, matches
or any hot, smoking, or burning objects.
■ Do not pick up hard or sharp objects such as glass,
nails, screws, coins, etc.
■ 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 unplug by pulling on cord.
■ Do not pick up toxic material (chlorine bleach,
ammonia, drain cleaner, etc.).
■ Do not use in an enclosed space filled with vapors
given off by oil base paint, paint thinner, some moth
proofing substances, flammable dust, or other
explosive or toxic vapors.
■ Do not use for any purpose other than described in
this User’s Guide.
■ Always turn off this appliance before connecting or
disconnecting vacuum hose.
■ Use only manufacturer’s recommended attachments.
■ Use only on dry, indoor surfaces.
■ Keep openings free of dust, lint, hair, etc.
■ Keep appliance on a level surface.
■ Turn off all controls before plugging or
unplugging cleaner.
■ Be extra careful when cleaning stairs.
■ Close attention is necessary when used by or
near children.
SAVE THESE
INSTRUCTIONS FOR
FUTURE USE
THIS APPLIANCE
HAS A POLARIZED
PLUG.
To reduce the risk of electric shock, this appliance has a
polarized plug (one blade is wider than the other). This plug
will fit in a polarized outlet only one way. If the plug does
not fit fully in the outlet, reverse the plug. If it still does not
fit, contact a qualified electrician to install a proper outlet.
Do not change the plug in any way.
This model is for household use only.
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