IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

When using an electrical appli- ance, basic precautions should be observed, including the following:

Read all instructions before using your

CANISTER VACUUM.

Always connect to a polarized outlet (left slot is wider than right). Unplug from outlet when not in use and before conducting maintenance.

WARNING: To

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

Do not leave cleaner when it is plugged in.

Unplug from outlet when not in use and before servicing.

Do not use with damaged cord or plug.

To unplug grasp plug not cord.

Do not pull or carry by cord, use cord as a handle, close door on cord, pull cord around sharp corners, run cleaner over cord, or expose cord to heated surfaces.

Hold plug when rewinding the cord onto the reel. Do not allow the plug to whip when rewinding.

Do not use cleaner if it has been dropped, damaged, left outdoors or dropped into water. Have it repaired at an Authorized Service Center.

Do not allow children to use as a toy.

Do not use outdoors or on wet surfaces.

Do not handle cleaner or plug with wet hands.

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

Do not use without dust bag and filters in place.

Do not allow hair, loose clothing, fin- gers or body parts to get near open- ings or floor brush in the appliance.

Do not pick up hot coals, cigarette butts, matches or any hot, smoking, or burning objects.

Do not pick up hard or sharp objects such as glass, nails, screws, coins, etc.

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

Do not unplug by pulling on cord.

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

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

Always turn off this appliance before connecting or disconnecting vacuum hose.

Use only manufacturer’s recommended attachments.

Use only on dry, indoor surfaces.

Keep appliance on a level surface.

Turn off all controls before plugging or unplugging cleaner.

Be extra careful when cleaning stairs.

Close attention is necessary when used by or near children.

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS FOR FUTURE USE

THIS APPLIANCE HAS A POLARIZED PLUG.

To reduce the risk of electric shock, this appliance has a polarized plug (one blade is wider than the other).

This plug will fit in a polarized outlet only one way. If the plug does not fit fully in the outlet, reverse the plug. If it still does not fit, contact a qualified electrician to install a proper outlet.

Do not change the plug in any way.

This model is for household use only.

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Bissell 4122 warranty Important Safety Instructions, Reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, or injury