20. Before performing any maintenance, adjustment or cleaning procedures on the vacuum
cleaner, turn it off, unplug it from the electrical outlet, and wait for the motor to stop.
21. Be very careful when checking, cleaning, or performing maintenance on the device and wear
thick work gloves to protect your hands.
22. Neither the security devices nor the electric cords should be modied or removed from the
machine.
23. When using the machine, it should be kept steady and on a stable surface or supported by the
body.
24. Only work in full daylight or with appropriate articial light.
25. We recommend using some type of hearing protection for your ears.
26. If the machine vibrates abnormally, stop the motor and look for the cause immediately. Vibrations usually mean a problem.
27. The vacuum cleaner should be properly checked before each use. Do not use a machine that
is not in perfect condition. If you notice a problem that could constitute a danger to the user,
have the machine repaired before using it.
28. For safety reasons, replace worn or damaged parts. Use only manufacturer approved replace-
ment parts. Parts from sources other than the manufacturer may not t properly or may be
dangerous or cause injuries. The power cord can only be replaced by specialized customer
service centers.
29. Only use the vacuum cleaner in areas that are dry and protected from bad weather. Do not
use it outside when it is raining.
30. Store the vacuum in a dry place, out of the reach of children.
31. Do not leave the power cord lying around once clean up is done; someone could trip.
32. Take care when emptying extremely heavy tanks.
33. To avoid spontaneous combustion, empty the tank after every use.
34. Do not use this machine to vacuum up ammable or combustible liquids, such as gasoline,
photocopier powder, or volatile substances; and do not use the machine in areas where these
liquids are present. Do not vacuum up acids.
35. Do not vacuum up any materials that are toxic, cancer causing, combustible, or any other
dangerous materials, such as asbestos, asbestos dust, arsenic, barium, beryllium, lead, pesticides, or any other substances hazardous to your health.
36. Extreme caution should be used when vacuuming up wood or charcoal ashes, soot, cement,
plaster, or plasterboard dust. These particles are extremely ne and can pass through the
lters affecting the motor’s performance or be blown into the air. If necessary, you may need a
more efcient lter.
37. Do not vacuum up anything that is burning or smoldering, such as cigarettes, cigarette butts,
matches, or hot ashes.
38. Never vacuum up salt water; it may destroy the motor.
CAUTION !
In order to avoid electric shock, do not expose the device to rain. Store it inside.
Read the owner’s manual and the safety instructions before using the device in order to avoid
injury or damage to property: Do not vacuum up any materials that are ammable, combustible,
or hot. Do not use this device near explosive liquids or fumes because electric devices generate
arcs or sparks that may cause a re or explosion. Do not use this device in a petrol station or in
an area where petrol is stored or distributed. In order to avoid health risks from fumes or dust, do
not vacuum up toxic material, carcinogens, or other dangerous materials such as asbestos, lead,
pesticides, or other materials hazardous to your health.