Miele S 4002 - Manual (Page 7)

Use
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Never use the vacuum cleaner
without the dustbag or filters in place.
Otherwise it could be damaged.
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If a dustbag is not inserted, the dust
compartment lid will not close. Do not
force it shut.
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Do not vacuum anything that is
burning or smoking, such as cigarettes,
matches, or hot ashes. The vacuum
cleaner could catch fire.
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Do not use the vacuum cleaner to
pick up liquids or damp dirt. This could
impair the electrical safety of the
vacuum cleaner. Wait for freshly
shampooed carpets to dry.
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Do not vacuum toner dust. Toner,
such as that used in printers and
photocopiers can conduct electricity.
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This vacuum should not be used to
entrap or retain any hazardous
materials.
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Do not use to pick up flammable or
combustible liquids, such as gasoline,
or use in areas where they may be
present. The vacuum cleaner could
explode.
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Turn the vacuum cleaner off after
each use and before every cleaning /
maintenance. Pull the plug from the
outlet.
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Unwind the cord completely to aid
the vacuum in dissipating heat.
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Do not vacuum items which are
heavy, hard or have sharp edges. They
could cause a blockage and damage
the appliance.
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Do not pull or carry by the cord, use
the cord as a handle, close a door on
the cord, or pull the cord around sharp
edges or corners. Do not run the
appliance over the cord. Keep the cord
away from heated surfaces.
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Do not unplug by pulling on the
cord. To unplug, grasp the plug, not the
cord.
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Do not handle the plug or vacuum
with wet hands.
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Keep the power cord, hair, loose
clothing, fingers and all parts of the
body away from openings and moving
parts.
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Do not place anything into the
openings of the vacuum cleaner. Do
not use if any openings are blocked;
keep them free of dust, lint, hair, or
anything that may reduce air flow.
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This appliance is equipped with a
power cord reel. Hold the plug when
rewinding onto cord reel. Do not allow
the plug to whip when rewinding.
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Use extra care when cleaning on
stairs.
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Turn off all controls before
unplugging.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
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