Panasonic MC-CG937 MC-CG937 Owner's Manual (English, Spanish, French) - Page 9

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS When using your vacuum cleaner, basic precautions should always be followed Read all instructions in this manual before assembling or using your vacuum cleaner. WARNING To reduce the risk of fire, electrical shock, injury: 1. Use only as described in this manual. Use only manufacturer's recommended attachments. 2. DO NOT leave vacuum cleaner plugged in when not in use. Unplug from outlet when not in use and before servicing. 3. To reduce the risk of fire, or electric shock - DO NOT use outdoors or on wet surfaces. 4. DO NOT allow vacuum cleaner to be used as a toy. Close attention is necessary when used by or near children. 5. DO NOT use with damaged cord or plug. If vacuum cleaner is not working as it should, or if it has been dropped, damaged, left outdoors, or dropped into water, return it to an Authorized Panasonic Servicenter. 6. DO NOT pull or carry by cord, use cord as a handle, close door on cord, or pull cord around sharp edges or corners. Do not run vacuum cleaner over cord. Keep cord away from heated surfaces. 7. DO NOT unplug by pulling on cord. To unplug, grasp the plug, not the cord. 8. DO NOT handle plug or vacuum cleaner with wet hands. 9. DO NOT put any objects into openings. 10. DO NOT use with any opening blocked; keep free of dust, lint, hair, and anything that may reduce air flow. 11. Keep hair, loose clothing, fingers, and all parts of body away from openings and moving parts. 12. Turn off all controls before unplugging. 13. Use extra care when cleaning on stairs. Do not put on chairs, tables, etc. Keep on floor. 14. DO NOT use vacuum cleaner to pick up flammable or combustible liquids such as gasoline or use in areas where they may be present. The fumes from these substances can create a fire hazard or explosion. 15. DO NOT pick up anything that is burning or smoking, such as cigarettes, matches, or hot ashes. 16. DO NOT use without dust bag and/or filters in place. 17. Unplug before connecting Air Turbine (if applicable). 18. The hose contains electrical wires. DO NOT use when damaged, cut, or punctured. Replace if cut or worn. Avoid picking up sharp objects. 19. Always turn off vacuum cleaner before connecting or disconnecting the hose, Air Turbine (if applicable) or nozzle. 20. Hold plug when rewinding onto cord reel. DO NOT allow plug to whip when rewinding. 21. You are responsible for making sure that your vacuum cleaner is not used by anyone unable to operate it properly. 22. DO NOT operate vacuum cleaner without the exhaust filter or exhaust filter door in place (If applicable). SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS THIS VACUUM CLEANER IS INTENDED FOR HOUSEHOLD USE ONLY Note: Before you plug in your Panasonic vacuum cleaner, make sure that the voltage indicated on the rating plate located at the back of the vacuum cleaner is the same as your local supply. -9-