2-1 Safety information
Safety information
WARNING
•Before operating the appliance, please read this manual thoroughly and retain it for your reference.
WARNING
•Because these following operating instructions cover various models, the characteristics of your vacuum cleaner may differ slightly from those described in this manual.
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WARNING
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CAUTION
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NOTE
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Important safety instructions
When using an electrical appliance, basic precautions should be observed, including the following:
Read all instructions before using your POWERbot.
Unplug the battery charger / docking station from outlet when not in use and before conducting maintenance.
WARNING
To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, or injury:
General
•Use only as described in this manual.
•Do not operate POWERbot or the battery charger / docking station if it has been damaged in any way.
•If the vacuum cleaner is not working as it should, has been dropped, damaged, left outdoors, or dropped in water, return it to a customer care center.
•Do not handle the battery charger / docking station or POWERbot with wet hands.
•Use only on dry, indoor surfaces.
•This appliance can be used by children aged from 8 years and above and persons with reduced physical, sensory or mental capabilities or lack of experience and knowledge if they have been given supervision or instruction concerning use of the appliance in a safe way and understand the hazards involved. Children shall not play with the appliance. Cleaning and user maintenance shall not be made by children without supervision.
•If the supply cord is damaged, it must be replaced by the manufacturer or its service agent or a similarly qualified person in order to avoid a hazard.