Hoover C1660 Manual - Page 2

1. Getting started Carton contents 1-1 B Your cleaner comes fully assembled with the tools and hose stored on board. * *Packed inside extension wand Remove any tape or packing material from the cleaner. A. Cleaner B. Hose, cleaning tools and wands (packed on cleaner) C C. Extension cord A 1-2 A B C Operate cleaner only at voltage specified on data plate on bottom of cleaner. Warning: Electrical shock could occur if used outdoors or on wet surfaces. Grounding instructions This appliance must be grounded. If it should malfunction or breakdown, grounding provides a path of least resistance for electrical current to reduce the risk of electric shock. This appliance is equipped with a cord having an equipment-grounding conductor (C) and grounding plug (A) (Fig. 1-2). The plug must be plugged into an appropriate extension cord and outlet (B) that is properly installed and grounded in accordance with all local codes and ordinances. DANGER - Improper connection of the equipment grounding conductor can result in the 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 or extension cord provided with the appliance - if it will not fit the outlet, have a proper outlet installed by a qualified electrician. This appliance is for use on a nominal 120 volt circuit and has a grounding plug that looks like the plug illustrated in sketch (A). 1-3 D F G E A temporary adapter (D) may be used to connect this plug to a 2-pole receptacle (E) if a properly grounded outlet is not available. The temporary adapter should be used only until a properly grounded outlet (B) can be installed by a qualified electrician. The green colored rigid ear, lug, or the like (F) extending from the adapter must be connected to a permanent ground (G) such as a properly grounded outlet box cover. Whenever the adapter is used, it must be held in place by a metal screw. Note: In Canada, the use of a temporary adapter is not permitted by the Canadian Electrical Code. Extension cord instructions Use at least a 16 gauge, grounded type SJ or SJT type extension cord. The extension cord must employ a 3-prong grounding type plug and a 3-pole receptacle that accepts the machine plug. 1-4 Do not use appliance with damaged cords or plugs. When servicing, refer to a qualified electrician or service person only. Use only identical replacement parts. 2