Riccar 8905 Polarization instructions, Important Safety Instructions, Save These Instructions

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

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

READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE

USING THIS APPLIANCE

WARNING: The manufacturer cannot accept responsibility for damage caused when the appliance is not used according to the

instructions, or for uses other than those for which it was intended.

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

Polarization instructions

Power Cord - 2-Wire Polarized

Household models 8955, 8905, 8900 Only

To reduce the risk of electric shock this product is equipped with a polarized alternating current line plug (a plug having one blade wider than the other). This plug will fit into the power outlet only one way. This is a safety feature. If you are unable to insert the plug fully into the outlet, try reversing the plug. If the plug should still fail to fit, contact a qualified electrician to replace the obsolete outlet. Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized plug.

• Do not leave appliance when plugged in.

Unplug from outlet when not in use and

before servicing.

• WARNING: ELECTRIC SHOCK COULD

OCCUR IF USED OUTDOORS OR ON

WET SURFACES.

• 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 only manufacturer’s recommended

attachments.

• Do not use with damaged cord or plug. If

appliance is not working as it should, has

been dropped, damaged, left outdoors,

or dropped into water, return it to your

Authorized Retailer for service.

• Do not pull or carry by cord, use cord as

a handle, close a door on the cord, or pull

• Do not put any object into openings. Do

not use with any opening blocked; keep

free of dust, lint, hair and anything that

may reduce air flow.

• Keep hair, loose clothing, fingers and all

parts of body away from openings and

moving parts.

• Do not pick up anything that is burning or

smoking, such as cigarettes, matches or

hot ashes.

• Do not use without vacuum bag and/or

filters in place.

• Turn off all controls before unplugging.

• 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.

Grounding Instructions

Model 8925 and 8920 Only

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

This vacuum cleaner is for use on a nominal 120-volt circuit and has a ground plug (see illustration). Make sure that the vacuum is connected to an outlet having the same condiagramuration as the plug. No adapter should be used with this vacuum.

cord around sharp edges or corners. Do

not run appliance over cord. Keep cord

away from heated surfaces.

• Do not unplug by pulling on cord. To

unplug, grasp the plug, not the cord.

• Do not attempt to service the unit while

appliance is plugged in.

• Do not use vacuum to pick up water or

any wet materials.

WARNING – Improper connection of the equipment-grounding conductor can result in the 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

Outlet

• Do not handle plug or appliance with

wet hands.

• Use extra care when cleaning on stairs. To

avoid injury and damage, vacuum should

remain at base of stairs while in use.

grounded. Do not modify the plug provided with the vacuum – if it will not fit the outlet, have a proper outlet

Grounding

Grounded Outlet Box

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS.

installed by a qualified electrician.