Bissell 61C5-G - Manual (Page 3)

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MPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
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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:
■ always connect to a polarized outlet (left slot is
wider than right). unplug from outlet when not
in use and before conducting maintenance.
■ do not modify the polarized plug to fit a
non-polarized outlet or extension cord.
■ do not leave vacuum cleaner unattended
when it is plugged in.
■ unplug from outlet when not in use and
before servicing.
■ unplug before attaching the turbobrush tool.
■ do not use outdoors or on wet surfaces.
■ do not allow children to operate vacuum
cleaner or use as a toy.
■ close attention is necessary when used by
or near children.
■ do not use for any purpose other than
described in this user’s guide.
■ use only manufacturer’s recommended
attachments.
■ 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.
■ do not pull or carry by cord, use cord as a
handle, close a door on cord, or pull cord
around sharp edges or corners. do not run
appliance over cord. Keep cord away from
heated surfaces.
■ do not unplug by pulling on cord. to unplug,
grasp the plug, not the cord.
■ do not handle vacuum cleaner or plug with
wet hands.
■ do not put any object into openings. do not
use with any opening blocked; keep openings
free of dust, lint, hair, and anything that may
reduce air flow.
■ Keep hair, loose clothing, fingers, and all parts
of body away from openings and moving parts.
■ turn off all controls before plugging or
unplugging vacuum cleaner.
■ use extra care when cleaning stairs.
■ do not pick up flammable materials (lighter
fluid, gasoline, kerosene, etc.) or use in the
presence of explosive liquids or vapors.
■ do not pick up toxic material (chlorine bleach,
ammonia, drain cleaner, etc.).
■ do not use vacuum cleaner 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 pick up hard or sharp objects such as
glass, nails, screws, coins, etc.
■ do not pick up anything that is burning
or smoking, such as cigarettes, matches,
or hot ashes.
■ do not use without filters in place.
■ use only on dry, indoor surfaces.
■ Keep appliance on a level surface.
■ do not carry the vacuum cleaner while
it is running.
SAVE THESE
INSTRUCTIONS.
this Model is foR household use only.
commercial use of this unit voids the
manufacturer’s warranty.
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.