Bissell Steam Sponge Handheld Cleaner User Guide - Page 3

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS When using an electrical appliance, basic precautions should be observed, including the following: Read all instructions before using your STEAM SPONGE. WARNING: To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, or injury: ■ Do not direct steam at people, animals, or at electrical outlets ■ Do not expose to rain ■ Store indoors ■ Unplug from outlet when not in use and before conducting maintenance or troubleshooting ■ Do not leave steam cleaner unattended ■ Do not leave the steam cleaner connected to an electrical outlet when not in use ■ Do not attempt to use without water in the tank ■ Do not use with damaged cord or plug ■ Do not use steam cleaner if it has been dropped, damaged, left outdoors or dropped into water ■ Do not handle steam cleaner with wet hands ■ Do not pull or carry by cord, use cord as a handle, close door on cord, pull cord around sharp corners or edges, or expose cord to heated surfaces ■ Do not unplug by pulling on cord ■ Do not put any object into appliance openings, use with blocked opening, or restrict air flow ■ Do not use appliance in an enclosed space filled with vapor given off by oil base paint, paint thinner, some moth proofing substances, flammable dust, or other explosive or toxic vapors ■ Do not allow to be used as a toy ■ Do not use on leather, wax polished furniture or floors, synthetic fabrics, velvet or other delicate, steam-sensitive materials ■ Do not immerse ■ Not for space heating purposes w w w. b i s s e l l . c o m ■ Do not service Steam Cleaner while it is plugged in ■ Avoid contact with hot surfaces ■ To avoid electric shock, do not allow cord to touch hot surfaces ■ Let cool for five minutes before storing ■ Do not use for any purpose other than described in this User's Guide ■ Use only manufacturer's recommended attachments use of attachments not provided or sold by BISSELL may cause fire, electric shock or injury ■ Fill with cool water only - do not add anything except cool water or you will cause damage to the heating element and void your warranty ■ Unplug by grasping the plug, not the cord ■ Pay close attention when working around children GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS Grounded Outlets Grounding Pin WARNING: Improper connection of the equipment-grounding conductor can result in a risk of electrical shock. Check with a qualified electrician or service person if you aren't sure if the outlet is properly grounded. DO NOT MODIFY THE PLUG. If it will not fit the outlet, have a proper outlet installed by a qualified electrician. This appliance is designed for use on a nominal 120-volt circuit, and has a grounding attachment plug that looks like the plug in the drawing above. Make certain that the appliance is connected to an outlet having the same configuration as the plug. No plug adapter should be used with this appliance.. This model is for household use only. 3 800.237.7691