Bissell CrossWave Cordless Multi-Surface Wet Dry Vac 2551 User Guide - Page 2

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS WARNING: READ ALL SAFETY WARNINGS AND INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING YOUR CROSSWAVE® CORDLESS. Failure to follow the warnings and instructions may result in electric shock, fire and/or serious injury. Unplug from outlet when not in use and before conducting maintenance. When using an electrical appliance, basic precautions should be observed, including the following: WARNING TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE, ELECTRIC SHOCK OR INJURY: »»Use indoors only. »»Do not allow to be used as a toy. Close attention is necessary when used by or near children. »»Do not use for any purpose other than described in this user guide. Use only manufacturer's recommended attachments. »»Do not charge with damaged cord or plug. »»Do not unplug by pulling on cord. To unplug, grasp the charger, not the cord. »»Do not handle 3-in-1 Docking Station, charging 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 air flow. »»Keep hair, loose clothing, fingers, and all parts of body away from openings and moving parts of the appliance and its accessories. »»Use extra care when cleaning on stairs. »»Do not use to pick up flammable or combustible materials (lighter fluid, gasoline, kerosene, etc.) or use in areas where they may be present. »»Do not use appliance in an enclosed space filled with vapors given off by oil-based paint, paint thinner, some moth-proofing substances, flammable dust, or other explosive or toxic vapors. »»Do not use to pick up toxic material (chlorine bleach, ammonia, drain cleaner, etc.). »»Do not pick up anything that is burning or smoking, such as cigarettes, matches or hot ashes. »»Always install float before any wet pick-up operation. »»Do not pick up hard or sharp objects such as glass, nails, screws, coins, etc. »»Use only BISSELL® cleaning products intended for use with this appliance to prevent internal component damage. See the Cleaning Formulas section of this guide. »»Keep appliance on a level surface. »»Do not carry the appliance while in use. »»Do not immerse. Use only on surfaces moistened by the cleaning process. »»Plastic film can be dangerous. To avoid danger of suffocation, keep away from babies and children. »»Always connect to a proper electrical socket. »»Keep cord away from heated surfaces. »»Do not use without filters in place. »»Turn OFF all controls before plugging or unplugging appliance. »»Do not charge the unit outdoors. »»Do not incinerate the appliance even if it is severely damaged. The batteries can explode in a fire. »»Use only with charger SIL, Model SSC-420085US. »»Recharge appliance only with the charger specified by the manufacturer. A charger that is suitable for one type of battery pack may create a risk of injury and fire when used with another battery pack. »»When battery pack is not in use, keep it away from other metal objects, like paper clips, coins, keys, nails, screws or other small metal objects, that can make a connection from one terminal to another. Shorting the battery terminals together may cause burns or a fire. »»Do not use a battery pack or appliance that is damaged or modified. Damaged or modified batteries may exhibit unpredictable behavior resulting in fire, explosion or risk of injury. »»Do not expose a battery pack or appliance to fire or excessive temperature. Exposure to fire or temperature above 130°C / 265°F may cause explosion. »»Follow all charging instructions and do not charge the battery pack or appliance outside of the temperature range 4-40°C / 40-104°F. Charging improperly or at temperatures outside this range may damage the battery and increase the risk of fire. »»Prevent unintentional starting. Ensure the switch is in the OFF-position before connecting to battery pack, picking up or carrying the appliance. Carrying the appliance with your finger on the switch or energizing appliance that have the switch on invites accidents. »»Under abusive conditions, liquid may be ejected from the battery; avoid contact. If contact accidentally occurs, flush with water. If liquid contacts eyes, additionally seek medical help. Liquid ejected from the battery may cause irritation or burns. »»Do not turn ON your appliance until you are familiar with all instructions and operating procedures. »»Risk of injury from moving parts. Brush may start unexpectedly. Turn OFF before cleaning or servicing. »»If appliance is not working as it should, has been dropped, damaged, left outdoors, or dropped into water, return it to a service center. »»Have servicing performed by a qualified repair person using only identical replacement parts. This will ensure that the safety of the product is maintained. WARNING Do not turn ON your appliance on until you are familiar with all instructions and operating procedures. WARNING Risk of injury from moving parts. Brush may start unexpectedly. Turn OFF before cleaning or servicing. SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS This model is for household use only. Commercial use of this unit voids the manufacturer's warranty. 2 www.BISSELL.com