Vax GATOR VGH108V User Manual

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Handheld

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What’s your serial number? (Located on the base of the machine)

Note these down in case you need them in future. Please keep instructions for further use.

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User Guide

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Machine Overview

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Unit

Filter Charger

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1 Retractable crevice tool
2 Dirt container release buttons
3 Handle
4 On/off switch
5 Charging indicator

(red LED)

6 Dirt container removal button

(access to filters)

7 Dirt container
8 Filter
9 Charger

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FOR HOUSEHOLD USE ONLY.

When using the handheld, basic safety precautions should

always be observed, including the following:

WARNING: Do not use outdoors or on wet surfaces.

1. Do not charge the unit outdoors.

2. Turn off the handheld before connecting or

disconnecting from the mains supply.

3. Children should be supervised to ensure that they do

not play with the appliance.

4. This appliance is not intended for use by persons

(inclu

ding children) with reduced physical, sensory or

mental capabi

lities, or lack of experience and

knowledge, unless they have been given supervision or

instruction concerning use of the appliance by person

responsible for their safety.

5. Use only as described in this manual. Use only the

manufacturer’s recommended attachments.

6. Do not use with damaged cord or plug. If the appliance

is not working, as it should, has been dropped,

damaged, left outdoors, or dropped into w

ater, return it

to a Vax Authorised Service Agent or suitably qua

lified

person for examination, repair or adjustment.

7. Do not abuse the cord. Keep the cord away from

heated surface. Do not pull the cord around sharp

edges or corners. Do not close the cord in a door.

8. Do not handle the plug or appliance with wet hands.

9. This product contains rechargeable Nickel Cadmium

batteries.. Do not throw batteries into fire or expose

them to hightemperatures, as they may burst.

10. Do not use with any open

ing blocked; keep free of

dust, lint, hair, and anything that may

reduce airflow.

11. Keep hair, loose clothing, fingers and all parts of the

body away from openings and moving parts.

12. Do not pick up hot coals, cigarette butts, matches or

anything hot, smoking or burning objects.

13. Do not pick up flammable or combustible materials

(lighter fluid, petrol, kerosene, etc) or use in the

presence of explosive liquids or vapour.

14. Do not vacuum up harmful or toxic material (ch

lorine

bleach, ammonia, drain cleaner, etc).

15. Do not use without the filter in place.

16. Do not vacuum up hard or sharp objects such as glass,

nails, screws, coins, etc.

17. Turn off all controls before unplugging.

18. Take extra care when cleaning on stairs

19. Store the appliance indoors in a cool, dry area.

20. Use only the charger supplied by the manufacturer to

recharge.

IMPORTANT: For dry debris use only.

WARNING: Always switch off and unplug the

handheld from the elec

trical outlet before

assembling, opening or emptying the dirt container, or before

con

necting/disconnecting the attachments or performing

any maintenance.

IMPORTANT: Remove the battery from the

appliance before recycling. For further information

please contact your local waste management centre.

This handheld is intended for household use only and
NOT for commercial or industrial use.

PLEASE KEEP INSTRUCTIONS FOR FURTHER USE.

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General Safety Information