Bissell 1044 Vacuum Cleaner User Manual


 
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
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When using an electrical
appli-
ance, basic precautions should be
observed, including the following:
READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS
BEFORE USING YOUR
UPRIGHT VACUUM.
Always connect to a polarized outlet (left slot is
wider than right). Unplug from outlet when not
in use and before conducting maintenance.
WARNING: To
reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, or injury:
Do not modify the polarized plug to fit a
non-polarized outlet or extension cord.
Do not leave vacuum cleaner unattended
when it is plugged in.
Unplug from outlet when not in use and
before servicing.
Unplug before attaching the Pet
TurboBrush Tool.
Do not use outdoors or on wet surfaces.
Do not allow children to operate vacuum
cleaner or use as a toy.
Close attention is necessary when used
by or near children.
Do not use for any purpose other than
described in this user’s guide.
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, have it
repaired at an authorized service center.
Do not pull or carry by 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 vacuum cleaner or plug
with wet hands.
Do not put any object into openings.
Do not use with any opening blocked;
keep openings 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.
Turn off all controls before plugging
or unplugging vacuum cleaner.
Use extra care when cleaning stairs.
Do not pick up flammable materials (lighter
fluid, gasoline, kerosene, etc.) or use in the
presence of explosive liquids or vapors.
Do not pick up toxic material (chlorine
bleach, ammonia, drain cleaner, etc.).
Do not use vacuum cleaner in an
enclosed space filled with vapors given
off by oil base paint, paint thinner, some
moth proofing substances, flammable
dust, or other explosive or toxic vapors.
Do not pick up hard or sharp objects
such as glass, nails, screws, coins, etc.
Do not pick up anything that is burning or
smoking, such as cigarettes, matches, or
hot ashes.
Do not use without filters in place.
Use only on dry, indoor surfaces.
Keep appliance on a level surface.
Do not carry the vacuum cleaner while
it is running.
SAVE THESE
INSTRUCTIONS
FOR FUTURE USE
THIS APPLIANCE
HAS A
POLARIZED PLUG
To reduce the risk of electric shock, this
appliance has a polarized plug (one
blade is wider than the other). This plug
will fit in a polarized outlet only one way.
If the plug does not fit fully in the outlet,
reverse the plug. If it still does not fit,
contact a qualified electrician to install
a proper outlet. Do not change the plug
in any way.
This model is for household use only.