Bissell 3561 - Manual (Page 3)

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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
■ Do not use to pick up flammable or
combustible materials (lighter fluid,
gasoline, kerosine, etc.) or use in areas
where they may be present.
■ 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 use to pick up toxic material (chlorine
bleach, ammonia, drain cleaner, etc.).
■ Do not pick up anything that is burning or
smoking, such as cigarettes, matches, or
hot ashes.
■ Do not use without dust bag and/or filters
in place.
■ Do not pick up hard or sharp objects such
as glass, nails, screws, coins, etc.
■ 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
FOR FUTURE USE.
THIS MODEL IS FOR
HOUSEHOLD USE ONLY.
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.
WARNING: The Power Cord on this product
contains lead, a chemical known to the State
of California to cause birth defects or other
reproductive harm.
WASH HANDS AFTER HANDLING
When using an electrical appliance,
basic precautions should be observed,
including the following:
READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS
BEFORE USING YOUR
PROLITE.
WARNING:
To reduce the risk of
fire, electric shock, or injury:
■ Always connect to a polarized outlet (left
slot is wider than right). Do not modify the
polarized plug to fit a non-polarized outlet
or extension cord.
■ Do not leave vacuum cleaner when it is
plugged in. Unplug from outlet when not
in use and before servicing.
■ Do not use outdoors or on wet surfaces.
■ Do not allow to be used 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, return it to a 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 plug or vacuum cleaner 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 on stairs.
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