IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

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

Read all instructions before using your canister vacuum cleaner.

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

■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. Return it to 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, use with blocked opening, or restrict air flow.

■Do not use without dust bag and/or filters in place.

■Do not allow hair, loose clothing, fingers or body parts to get near openings 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 combustible materials (lighter fluid, gasoline, kerosene, etc.) or use in the presence of explosive liquids or vapor.

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

■Keep appliance on a level surface.

■Turn off all controls before plugging or unplugging cleaner.

■Be extra careful when cleaning stairs.

■Pay close attention when working around children.

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

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 6700 warranty Important Safety Instructions