Kirby Sentria - Manual (Page 3)

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Important Safety Instructions
The Sentria® Model G10D is Listed and Certified by Underwriters Laboratories Inc. to both US
and Canadian safety standards as a double insulated appliance. The Model 2930** and 2950**
Carpet Shampoo System, Model 2931** and 2951** Floor Care System, Model 2935** Zippbrush
and Model 2932** Turbo Accessory System are also Listed and Certified as Optional Accessories
for use with this Kirby ® model. Outside North America, the 230/240 Volt model G10E, and the
100 Volt model G10J products are approved by national test authorities as appropriate.
WHEN USING AN ELECTRICAL APPLIANCE, BASIC PRECAUTIONS
SHOULD ALWAYS BE FOLLOWED.
BE FAMILIAR WITH ALL THE IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
BEFORE USING YOUR
Sentria
HOME CARE SYSTEM.
WARNING
- To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock or injury:
• Do not leave appliance unattended when running or plugged in. Unplug from outlet when not in use
and before servicing.
• Do not use outdoors. Use only on dry surfaces or with the Kirby Carpet Shampoo System.
Do not expose to rain. Store indoors.
• Do not allow to be used as a toy. Close attention is necessary when used by or near children.
Do not let children use the cleaner unattended.
• This appliance is not intended for use by persons (including children) with reduced physical, sensory or mental
capabilities, or lack of experience and knowledge, unless they have been given supervision or instruction
concerning use of the appliance by a person responsible for their safety.
• Use only as described in this manual. 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 factory authorized distributor or service center.
• Do not pull or carry by cord, use cord as a handle, close doors 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 appliance 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 airflow.
• Keep hair, loose clothing, fingers and all parts of body away from openings and moving parts.
• Keep motor shaft free from lint, hair, and debris build-up.
• Do not use to pick up anything that is burning, smoldering or smoking, such as cigarettes, matches, glowing
particles or hot ashes.
• Do not use to pick up combustible materials.
• Do not use without dustbag and/or filters in place.
• Turn unit OFF before unplugging the cord.
• Use extra care when cleaning on stairs.
• Do not use to pick up flammable or combustible liquids, such as gasoline or use in confined areas where
flammable or combustible vapors are present.
• When using the Carpet Shampoo System, do not use flammable or combustible liquids to clean carpet or floor.
• When using the Floor Care System, use only genuine Kirby® cleaning products or commercially available
floor cleaners or waxes intended for machine operation.
• Unplug the cord from the wall outlet and let the motor come to a complete stop before attempting any
cleaning, service or changing accessories.
• This appliance is provided with Double Insulation. It must be serviced by a factory authorized distributor or
service center using genuine Kirby parts to maintain safety and to protect your warranty. See page 44.
• Keep all Kirby chemicals out of the reach of children. These chemicals may cause irritation or discomfort
if swallowed or placed in the eyes.
• Do not use flammable or combustible fluid in the Portable Sprayer.
• Do not use pesticides or chemical products in the Portable Sprayer that may affect or damage the human
respiratory system, eyes or skin.
• Always use safety glasses when turbo sanding.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
FOR HOUSEHOLD USE ONLY