IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

WARNING: When using an electrical appliance, basic precautions should be observed, including the following: Read all

instructions before using your POWERSTEAMER.®

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

Do not immerse

Use only on surfaces moistened by cleaning process

Always connect to a properly grounded outlet only - see grounding instructions

Unplug from outlet when not in use and before conducting maintenance or troubleshooting

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

If appliance is not working as it should, has been dropped, damaged, left outdoors or dropped into water, return it to a service center

Do not expose to rain, store indoors.

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-to unplug grasp the plug, not the cord

Do not handle plug or appliance with wet hands

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 only commercially available floor cleaners and waxes intended for machine application

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

Close attention is necessary when used by or near children

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS.

THIS MODEL IS FOR HOUSEHOLD USE ONLY.

GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS

This appliance must be connected to a grounded wiring system. If it should malfunction or break down, grounding provides a safe path of least resistance for electrical current, reducing the risk of electrical shock. The cord for this appliance has an equipment-grounding conductor and a grounding plug. It 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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Bissell 1691 warranty Important Safety Instructions