Fantom Vacuum VPW40H Ownership Registration Card, Osha Servicing of a DOUBLE-INSULATED, Appliance

SAFETY & WARNING INSTRUCTIONS

For safety reasons, it is recommended that you read this manual before
attempting to operate this appliance. Failure to follow these instructions can
result in personal injury or equipment problems. To help recognize note the
following symbols:			12. This product shall be connected to a
	DANGER			power supply receptacle protected by a
				ground fault circuit interrupter (GFCI)
				(electric power washers only).
Danger indicates an imminently hazardous			13. If product is provided with a GFCI, be
situation, which, if not avoided, WILL result in				sure to inspect the cord and GFCI prior
				to use. Any repair or replacement of the
death or serious injury.
				power cord must be performed by a
				qualified (licensed or certified) electrical
	WARNING			technician.
					WARNING
Warning indicates a potentially hazardous
situation, which, if not avoided, COULD result in
			Risk of injection or severe injury. Keep clear
death or serious injury.
			of nozzle. Do not discharge streams at
			persons. This product is to be used only by
	CAUTION		trained operators. Always remove lance
			from gun before cleaning debris from tip.
			• Keep clear of nozzle. NEVER direct high
Caution indicates a potentially hazardous
				pressure spray at any person, animal or
situation, which, if not avoided, MAY result in				self.
death or serious injury.			• Always wear safety goggles or glasses
NOTE: Information that requires special				and protective clothing when operating,
				performing maintenance or changing
attention.			•	accessories.
Important Safety Instructions SAVE THESE				Never put hands or fingers over the spray
				tip while operating the unit.
INSTRUCITONS
			• Never try to stop or deflect leaks with any
When using this product, basic precautions				body part.
should always be followed, including the			• Always engage the trigger safety latch in
following:				the safe position when spraying is
				stopped even if only for a few minutes.
	DANGER		• Always follow detergent manufacturer's
				label recommendations for proper use of
				detergents. Always protect eyes, skin and
1. Read all instructions before using the				respiratory system from detergent use.
			•	Wear appropriate protective clothing
product.
				when sandblasting. Always wear safety
2. To reduce the risk of injury, close
				goggles and head protection.
supervision is necessary when this
			•	Persons without protective clothing and
product is used near children.
				safety goggles should not be within 6 feet
3. Always disconnect power (electric units)
				of the work area when sandblasting.
before disassembling, repairing or
changing attachments on the unit.
4. Follow all safety codes as well as the					WARNING
Occupational Safety and Health Act
(OSHA).				SERVICING OF A DOUBLE-INSULATED
5. Ensure safety devices are operating
				APPLIANCE.
properly before each use. DO NOT
				In a double-insulated product, two systems
remove or modify any part of the gun or
				of insulation are provided instead of
unit.
				grounding. No grounding means are
6. Know how to stop this unit and relieve
				provided for a double-insulated product, nor
pressure quickly. Be thoroughly familiar
				should grounding means be added to the
with the controls.
				product. Servicing a double-insulated
7. Stay alert - Watch what you are doing.
				product requires extreme care and
8. Do not operate this unit when fatigued or
				knowledge of the system and should be
under the influence of alcohol or drugs.
				done only by qualified service personnel.
9. Keep operation area clear of all persons.
				Replacement parts for a double-insulated
10. Do not overreach or stand on unstable
				product must be identical to the
support. Keep good footing and balance				original parts. A double-insulated
at all times.
				product is marked with the words
11. Follow maintenance instructions specified
				" double Insulation" or "Double
in this manual.
				Insulated". Product may also be
Rev. 05/04				marked with symbol shown.
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Model

VPW40H

THREE (3) YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY

FANTOM warrants this product to be free from defects in material and workmanship for a period of three (3) years from the date of the original purchase, when utilized for normal household use, subject to the following conditions, exclusions and exceptions.

If your appliance fails to operate properly while in use under normal household conditions within the warranty period, return the complete appliance and accessories, freight prepaid to FANTOM, 94 Main Mill Street, Door 16, Plattsburgh, NY 12901. If the appliance is found by FANTOM to be defective in material or workmanship, FANTOM will repair or replace it free of charge. Proof of purchase date and $ 16.95 to cover the cost of return shipping and handling must be included. *

Non-durable parts including, without limitation, hoses, lances, brushes and electrical parts which normally require replacement are specifically excluded from warranty.

The liability of FANTOM is limited solely to the cost of the repair or replacement of the unit at our option. This warranty does not cover normal wear of parts and does not apply to any unit that has been tampered with or used for commercial purposes. This limited warranty does not cover damage caused by misuse, abuse, negligent handling or damage due to faulty packaging or mishandling in transit. This warranty does not cover damage or defects caused by or resulting from damages from shipping or repairs, service or alterations to the product or any of its parts, which have been performed by a repair person not authorized by FANTOM.

This warranty is extended to the original purchaser of the unit and excludes all other legal and/or conventional warranties. The responsibility of FANTOM if any, is limited to the specific obligations expressly assumed by it under the terms of the limited warranty. In no event is FANTOM liable for incidental or consequential damages of any nature whatsoever. Some states do not permit the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages, so the above may not apply to you.

This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have other rights which vary from state to state.

*Important: Carefully pack item to avoid damage in shipping. Be sure to include proof of purchase date and to attach tag to item before packing with your name, complete address and phone number with a note giving purchase information, model number and what you believe is the problem with item. We recommend you insure the package (as damage in shipping is not covered by your warranty). Mark the outside of your package “ATTENTION CUSTOMER SERVICE”. We are constantly striving to improve our products, therefore the specifications contained herein are subject to change without notice.

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OWNERSHIP REGISTRATION CARD

Please fill out and mail the product registration card within ten (10) days of purchase. The registration will enable us to contact you in the unlikely event of a product safety notification. By returning this card you acknowledge to have read and understood the instructions for use, and warnings set forth in the accompanying instructions.

RETURN TO FANTOM: 94 Main Mill Street, Door 16, Plattsburgh, NY 12901

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