Bissell PowerGlide Platinum Vacuum User Guide - English - Page 3

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS When using an electrical appliance, basic precautions should be observed, including the following: s Keep hair, loose clothing, fingers, and all parts of body away from openings and moving parts. READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING YOUR UPRIGHT VACUUM. s Turn off all controls before plugging or unplugging vacuum cleaner. s Use extra care when cleaning stairs. Always connect to a polarized outlet (left slot is wider than right). Unplug from outlet when not in use and before conducting maintenance. s Do not pick up flammable materials (lighter fluid, gasoline, kerosene, etc.) or use in the presence of explosive liquids or vapors. s Do not pick up toxic material (chlorine WARNING: To reduce the risk of bleach, ammonia, drain cleaner, etc.). fire, electric shock, or injury: s Do not use vacuum cleaner in an enclosed s Do not modify the polarized plug to fit a non-polarized outlet or extension cord. space filled with vapors given off by oil base paint, paint thinner, some moth proofing substances, flammable dust, or s Do not leave vacuum cleaner unattended other explosive or toxic vapors. when it is plugged in. s Do not pick up hard or sharp objects such s Unplug from outlet when not in use and as glass, nails, screws, coins, etc. before servicing. s Do not pick up anything that is burning s Do not use outdoors or on wet surfaces. or smoking, such as cigarettes, matches, or s Do not allow children to operate vacuum cleaner or use as a toy. s Close attention is necessary when used by or near children. s Do not use for any purpose other than described in this User's Guide. hot ashes. s Do not use without dust bag and/or filters in place. s Use only on dry, indoor surfaces. s Keep appliance on a level surface. s Use only manufacturer's recommended attachments. s Do not carry the vacuum cleaner while it is running. s Do not use with damaged cord or plug. SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS s If appliance is not working as it should, has been dropped, damaged, left outdoors, or dropped into water, return it to a service center. s Do not pull or carry by cord, use cord as a handle, close a door on cord, or pull cord around sharp edges or corners. Do not run appliance over cord. Keep cord away from heated surfaces. FOR FUTURE USE. THIS APPLIANCE HAS A POLARIZED PLUG. To reduce the risk of electric shock, this appliance has a polarized plug (one blade is wider than the other). This plug will fit in a polarized s Do not unplug by pulling on cord. To unplug, grasp the plug, not the cord. s Do not handle vacuum cleaner or plug with wet hands. outlet only one way. If the plug does not fit fully in the outlet, reverse the plug. If it still does not fit, contact a qualified electrician to install a proper outlet. Do not change the plug in any way. s 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. This model is for household use only. 3