Important Safety Instructions

This machine is only suitable for commercial use, for example in hotels, schools, hospitals, factories, shops and offices other than normal residential housekeeping purposes.

When using an electrical appliance, basic precautions should always be followed, including the following:

Read all instructions before using this appliance.

WARNING!

To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, or injury:

•Do not leave the appliance when it is plugged in. Unplug the unit from the outlet when not in use and before servicing.

•To avoid electric shock, do not expose to rain. Store indoors.

•Do not allow to be used as a toy. Close attention is necessary when used near children.

•Use only as described in this manual. Use only the manufacturer’s recommended attachments.

•Do not use with damaged cord or plug. If the appliance is not working as it should be, has been dropped, damaged, left outdoors or dropped into water, return it to a service center.

•Do not pull or carry by the cord, use the cord as a handle, close a door on the cord, or pull the cord around sharp edges or corners. Do not run the appliance over the cord. Keep the cord away from heated surfaces.

•Do not unplug by pulling on the cord. To unplug, grasp the plug, not the cord.

•Do not handle the plug, cord or appliance with wet hands.

•Do not put any object into openings. Do not use with any opening blocked; keep free of dust, lint, hair, and anything that may reduce air flow.

•Keep loose clothing, hair, fingers, and all parts of body away from openings and moving parts.

•Do not pick up anything that is burning or smoking, such as cigarettes, matches, or hot ashes, or any health endangering dusts.

•Turn off all controls before unplugging.

•Use extra care when cleaning on stairs.

•Do not use to pick up flammable or combustible liquids such as petrol or use in areas where they may be present.

•If foam or liquid comes out with the vacuum exhaust, switch power off immediately. Verify that there are no foreign objects obstructing the float ball from moving freely. Contact Nilfisk if the problem persists.

•Liquid ejected at the spray nozzle could be dangerous as a result of its temperature, pressure or chemical content.

•Only use the brushes provided with the appliance or those specified in the instruction manual. The use of other brushes may impair safety.

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