Philips BP300 Read all instructions before using vacuum cleaner, Safety Precautions, Maintenance

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS FOR FUTURE REFERENCE

*When using an electrical backpack vacuum cleaner, basic precautions should be followed.

*Read all instructions before using vacuum cleaner.

WARNING

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

●Do not use outdoors or on wet surfaces.

●Do not leave vacuum cleaner unattended when plugged in. Turn off the switch and unplug the electrical cord when not in use and before servicing.

●Do not allow to be used as a toy. Close attention is necessary when used by or near children.

●Use only as described in this manual. Use manufacturer’s recommended attachments.

●Do not use with damaged cord or plug. If vacuum cleaner is not working as it should, has been dropped, damaged, left outdoors, or dropped into water, return it to a service center before using.

●Do not pull or carry by cord, use cord as a handle, close a door on cord, or pull a cord around sharp edges or corners. Do not run vacuum cleaner over cord. Keep cord away from heated surfaces.

●Do not use extension cords or outlets with inadequate current carrying capacity.

●Turn off all controls before unplugging.

●Do not handle plug or vacuum cleaner with wet hands.

●Do not put any objects into openings. Do not use with any opening blocked, keep free of dust, lint, hair, and anything that may reduce airflow.

●This vacuum cleaner creates suction. Keep hair, loose clothing, fingers, and all parts of body away from openings.

●Do not pick up anything that is burning or smoking, such as cigarettes, matches or hot ashes. Do not use without dust bag in place. Use extra care when cleaning on stairs. Do not use to pick up flammable or combustible liquids such as gasoline, or use in areas where they may be present.

●Store your cleaner indoors in a cool, dry area.

●Do not unplug by pulling on cord. To unplug, grasp the plug,

NOT THE CORD.

THESE MODELS ARE GROUNDED, CONNECT TO A PROPERLY GROUNDED OUTLET ONLY - SEE GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS.

GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS

This appliance must be grounded. If it should malfunction or breakdown, grounding provides a path of least resistance for electric current to reduce the risk of shock. This appliance is equipped with a cord having an equipment-grounding conductor and grounding plug. The plug must be inserted into an appropriate outlet that is properly installed and grounded in accordance with all local codes and ordinances.

WARNING - Improper connection of the equipment-grounding conductor can result in a risk of electric shock. Check with a qualified electrician or service person if you are in doubt as to whether the outlet is properly

grounded. Do not modify the plug provided with the appliance - if it will not fit the outlet, have a proper outlet installed by a qualified electrician.

This appliance is for use on a normal 120 volt circuit, and has a grounded plug that looks like the plug illustrated in sketch A. A temporary adapter that looks like the adapter illustrated in fig B and C may be used to con- nect this plug to a 2-pole receptacle as shown in fig B if a properly grounded outlet is not available. The temporary adapter should be used only until a properly grounded outlet (fig A) can be installed by a qualified electrician, The green colored rigid ear, lug, or the like extending for the adapter must be connected to a permanent ground such as a properly grounded outlet box cover. Whenever the adapter is used, it must be held in place by a metal screw.

Note: In Canada, the use of a temporary adapter is not permitted by the Canadian Electrical Code.

SAFETY PRECAUTIONS

●Do not vacuum water or liquids.

●Do not vacuum up hard or sharp objects, as they may damage the hose, vacuum bag or the vacuum motor.

●Do not drop the vacuum on the floor.

●Do not operate the vacuum while it is standing on high-pile carpet. It is essential that the exhaust airflow is not restricted.

●Do not wash or launder the cloth vacuum bag. It would destroy the filtration capacity of the fabric.

●Do not kink or twist the power cord.

●Do not attempt to service the vacuum yourself. Repair by anyone other than an authorized repair service center may void the warranty.

MAINTENANCE

●Clean the cloth vacuum bag regularly. After emptying the vacuum bag, turn it inside out and shake as much dust out of the fabric as possible. Optimum performance is achieved by using a paper vacuum bag with the cloth bag.

●Check the power cord for damage. Always unwind the cable completely.

●Ensure that the vacuum hose, the extension wand and the vacuuming accessories are not blocked.

●Ensure that the electrical outlet and the plug are securely connected. Incorrect connections may cause sparking and damage to the cable socket.

●Have your Backpack Vacuum served by an authorized repair service center if you suspect any potential problems.

●Use only approved paper vacuum bags.

●Ensure that the flexible vacuum bag ring provides a proper seal before vacuuming.