Use and Care Manual
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
When using an electrical appliance, basic precautions should always be followed,
including the following: READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING THIS
APPLIANCE
WARNING: To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, or injury:
● This appliance is for indoor use only. Do not use outside or store in wet places.
● This appliance is for household use only.
● DO NOT let children use without adult supervision. This appliance is not a toy.
● DO NOT leave appliance unattended when plugged in. Unplug from outlet when not in
use and before emptying the water container.
● 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, contact customer service.
● DO NOT pull or carry by the cord, use cord as a handle, close a door on cord, or pull
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 handle plug or appliance 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.
● KEEP hair, loose clothing, fingers, and all parts of body away from openings and moving
parts.
● USE EXTRA care when cleaning on stairs.
● NEVER use to pick up flammable or combustible liquids such as gasoline or use in areas
where they may be present. See section PRECAUTIONS WHEN VACUUMING
LIQUIDS.
● ALWAYS turn off this appliance before connecting or disconnecting either hose or
motorized nozzle (optional).
● TURN OFF all controls before unplugging.
● This appliance is provided with DOUBLE INSULATION. Use only identical replacement
parts. See instructions for SERVICING OF DOUBLE INSULATED APPLIANCES.
● DO NOT suck up anything which is burning or smoking, such as cigarettes, matches or
hot ashes.
● Before turning on this appliance, make sure the motor unit latches are tightly secured to
the water bowl. Failure to do this could cause a risk of injury and would defeat the utility
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