Bissell 6800 - Manual (Page 3)

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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
■ 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.
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.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
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.
When using an electrical appliance,
basic precautions should be observed,
including the following:
Read all instructions before using your
canister vacuum cleaner.
WARNING:
To reduce the risk of
fire, injury or electric shock:
■ 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.