Bissell 1672 warranty Important Safety Instructions

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

When using an electrical appliance, basic precautions should be observed, including the following: Read all instructions before using your Big Green. Always connect to a properly grounded outlet. Unplug from outlet when not in use and before servicing.

WARNING: To reduce the risk of electrical shock,use indoors only. Always install float before any wet cleaning operation.

■Do not leave machine when it is plugged in

■Do not service machine when it is plugged in

■Do not use with damaged cord or plug

■Do not use machine if it has been dropped, damaged, left outdoors or dropped into water

■Do not use outdoors

■Do not handle unit 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, run appliance over cord, or expose cord to heated surfaces

■Do not carry the appliance while in use

■Do not unplug by pulling on cord

■Do not handle plug or appliance with wet hands

■Do not use without ball and ball cage in place

■Do not use without dry filter bag or motor filter in place except when wet vacuuming or deep cleaning

■Do not put any object into appliance openings, use with blocked opening, or restrict air flow

■Do not expose hair, loose clothing, fingers or body parts to openings or moving parts

■Do not pick up hot or burning objects

■Do not pick up flammable or combustible materials (lighter fluid, gasoline, kerosene, etc.) or use in the presence of explosive liquids or vapor

■Do not use appliance in an enclosed space filled with vapors given off by oil base paint, paint thinner, some moth proofing substances, flammable dust, or other explosive or toxic vapors

■Do not pick up toxic material (chlorine bleach, ammonia, drain cleaner, gasoline, etc.)

■Do not modify the 3-prong grounded plug

■Do not allow to be used as a toy

■Do not use for any purpose other than described in this User’s Guide

■Use dry filter bag and motor filter when dry vacuuming

■Use only manufacturer’s recommended attachments

■Use only cleaning products formulated by BISSELL for use in this appliance.

■Keep openings free of dust, lint, hair, etc.

■Keep appliance on a level surface

■Turn off all controls before unplugging

■Unplug by grasping the plug, not the cord

■Be extra careful when cleaning stairs

■Pay close attention when working around children

WARNING: The Power Cord on this product contains lead, a chemical known to the State of California to cause birth defects or other reproductive harm.

WASH HANDS AFTER HANDLING.

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS FOR FUTURE USE.

THIS MODEL IS FOR HOUSEHOLD USE ONLY.

THIS APPLIANCE MUST BE GROUNDED WHEN IN USE.

Grounding provides a safe path of resistance for electrical equipment, reducing the risk of shock should the appliance malfunction. The cord has an equipment-grounding conductor and a grounding plug. This three-prong plug must only be plugged into an outlet that is properly installed and grounded in accordance with all local codes and ordinances.

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.

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