Warning and Safety instructions
This vacuum cleaner meets statutory safety requirements. Improper use can, however, lead to personal injury and material damage.
To avoid the risk of accidents and damage to the vacuum cleaner, read these instructions carefully before using it for the first time. They contain important notes on its safety, operation and maintenance.
Keep these instructions in a safe place and ensure new users are familiar with the content. Pass them on to any future owner.
Always disconnect the vacuum cleaner from the mains supply when you have finished using it, as well as for maintenance work and cleaning. Switch it off at the wall socket and unplug it. If using the ACCU NOVA powerbrush, switch this off as well.
Correct application
~This vacuum cleaner must only be used for domestic household purposes to vacuum dry floor surfaces. Do not use on people or animals.
Any other usage, modification or alteration is at the owner's risk and could be dangerous.
The manufacturer cannot be held liable for damage resulting from improper or incorrect use of the appliance.
~This vacuum cleaner is not intended for use by persons (including children) with reduced physical, sensory or mental capabilities, or lack of experience or knowledge, unless they are supervised whilst using it or have been shown how to use it correctly by a person responsible for their safety.
Safety with children
~This vacuum cleaner is not a toy! To avoid the risk of injury do, keep children well away, and do not allow them to play with it or to use the controls. Supervise children whilst you are using it.
~Older children may only use the vacuum cleaner if its operation has been clearly explained to them, and they are able to use it safely, recognising the dangers of incorrect use.
Technical safety
~Ensure that the connection data on the data plate (voltage and frequency) match the mains electricity supply. It is essential that they match to avoid damage to the appliance.
~The plug must be fitted with a 13 A fuse (UK).
~Before using the vacuum cleaner, check for any signs of damage. Do not use a damaged appliance: it could be dangerous.
~The socket on the vacuum cleaner (depending on model) must only be used for the Miele Electrobrush specified for use with this appliance.
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