Hoover FH50 Manual - Page 4

• Use extra care when cleaning on stairs. • Do not use to pick up flammable or combustible liquids, such as gasoline, or use in areas where they may be present. • Keep the shampooer on the floor. Use only the above floor attachment provided for upholstery and stair cleaning. • Do not use an extension cord with this shampooer. • Store the shampooer indoors. Put the shampooer away after use to prevent tripping accidents. • Using improper voltage may result in damage to the motor and possible injury to the user. Proper voltage is listed on the cleaner plate. • Use only Hoover® Carpet & Upholstery Detergent. Using other cleaning solutions may cause excessive foaming. Excessive foam will cause the float to shut off the vacuum prematurely. Using other cleaners can void your warranty. SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS Your cleaner contains a thermal protective device to shut off the motor to avoid overheating. If this happens, turn switch off and unplug the cleaner. Inspect the exhaust, inlet, and filters for any blockage. Empty the dirt container and clean filters. After approximately 30 minutes the motor will have cooled and the vacuum will be ready to use. NOTE: the cleaner must remain unplugged during the 30 minute cooling period. GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS This appliance must be grounded. If it should malfunction or breakdown, grounding provides a path of least resistance for electric current to reduce the risk of electric shock. This appliance is equipped with a cord having an equipment-grounding conductor and grounding plug. The plug must be inserted into an appropriate outlet that is properly installed and grounded in accordance with all local codes and ordinances. WARNING: Improper connection of the equipment-grounding conductor can result in a risk of electric shock. Check with a qualified electrician or service person if you are in doubt as to whether the outlet is properly grounded. Do not modify the plug provided with the appliance--if it will not fit the outlet, have a proper outlet installed by a qualified electrician. GROUNDED OUTLET GROUNDING PIN GROUNDED OUTLET BOX This appliance is for use on a nominal 120-volt circuit and has a grounding attachment plug that looks like the plug illustrated in the sketch above. Make sure that the appliance is connected to an outlet having the same configuration as the plug. No adaptor should be used with this appliance. 4