Miele S 5281 Pisces Operating manual for SEB 213/217 - Page 4

en - IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS ~ Do not handle the appliance with wet hands. ~ Turn off all controls before unplugging the vacuum or powerbrush. ~ Do not use the powerbrush to vacuum anything that may damage the rollers. Nails, safety pins, buttons, etc. should not be vacuumed. ~ Keep hair, loose clothing, fingers and all parts of the body away from any openings or moving parts, and never touch a rotating roller brush. ~ Use extra care when vacuuming while on stairs. ~ Do not use the vacuum to pick up flammable or combustible liquids, such as gasoline, or use it in areas where fumes may be present. ~ Do not use the vacuum or powerbrush to pick up liquids. This also applies to freshly shampooed carpets or rugs. Wait until they are dry before vacuuming. ~ Do not pick up items that are burning or smoking, such as cigarettes, matches, or hot ashes. ~ The vacuum and accessories should only be cleaned when disconnected from the power supply. Use a dry or slightly damp cloth ONLY. Never submerse the vacuum or accessories in water or use a dripping wet rag. ~ The powerbrush will shut off automatically if the rollers are prevented from turning; for example if a large object has been vacuumed. Should this occur, unplug the vacuum cleaner before correcting the problem. Allow 2 - 3 minutes for this safety feature to reset itself before restarting the vacuum. ~ Use only Miele attachments and accessories. Use of non-Miele designed items will decrease the efficiency of your machine and may be dangerous. ~ Do not attempt any repairs other than those listed in the "Maintenance and care section. Any other required service should be performed by an Authorized Miele Service Agent. ~ Always unplug the machine before connecting or disconnecting any accessories from the vacuum cleaner. SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS 4