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• DO NOT use in areas where explosive vapors may be present.
• DO NOT use to pick up explosive dust, or in areas where air contains explosive dust
such as coal, grain, or other combustible material.
• Static shocks are possible in dry areas or when the relative humidity of the air is low.
This is only temporary and does not affect the use of the vacuum. To reduce the
frequency of static shocks, add moisture to the air with a console or installed humidifier.
• DO NOT put any objects into openings. Do not use with any opening blocked; keep free
of dust, lint, hair and everything that may reduce air flow.
• DO NOT ALLOW THE CORD TO HANG OVER THE EDGE OF A TABLE OR
COUNTER OR TOUCH HOT SURFACES. The unit should be placed or mounted away
from sinks and hot surfaces.
• DO NOT place outlet of vacuum near eyes or ears when operating.
• DISCONNECT BATTERY PACK FROM VACUUM BEFORE MAKING ANY
ADJUSTMENTS, CHANGING ACCESSORIES, SERVICING, MOVING, OR
STORING THE VACUUM. Such preventative safety measures reduce the risk of
starting the tool accidentally.
• AVOID ACCIDENTAL STARTING. Be sure the switch is in the OFF position before
inserting the battery pack.
• USE RECOMMENDED ACCESSORIES. Consult the instruction manual for
recommended accessories. The use of improper accessories may cause risk of injury to
persons.
• NEVER LEAVE VACUUM RUNNING UNATTENDED. TURN POWER OFF.
• KEEP YOUR WORK AREA CLEAN AND WELL LIT. Cluttered benches and dark areas
invite accidents.
• AVOID BODY CONTACT WITH GROUNDED SURFACES SUCH AS PIPES,
RADIATORS, RANGES AND REFRIGERATORS. There is an increased risk of electric
shock if your body is grounded.
• DO NOT OVERREACH. KEEP PROPER FOOTING AND BALANCE AT ALL TIMES.
Proper footing and balance enables better control of the vacuum in unexpected
situations.
• USE SAFETY EQUIPMENT. ALWAYS WEAR EYE PROTECTION. Dust mask, non-
skid safety shoes, hard hat, or hearing protection must be used for appropriate
conditions.
• DO NOT USE TOOL IF SWITCH DOES NOT TURN IT ON OR OFF. Any tool that
cannot be controlled with the switch is dangerous and must be repaired.
• SERVICE MUST BE PERFORMED ONLY BY QUALIFIED REPAIR PERSONNEL.
Service or maintenance performed by unqualified personnel could result in a risk of
injury.
• WHEN SERVICING, USE ONLY IDENTICAL REPLACEMENT PARTS. FOLLOW
INSTRUCTIONS IN THE MAINTENANCE SECTION OF THIS MANUAL. Use of
unauthorized parts or failure to follow maintenance instructions may create a risk of
electric shock or injury.
• This appliance is intended for household use only.
• The label on your tool may include the following symbols. The symbols and their
definitions are as follows:
V..................volts A ..................amperes
Hz................hertz W..................watts
min ..............minutes ................alternating current
............direct current
n
o ................no load speed
................Class I Construction ..................earthing terminal
....................(grounded) ..................safety alert symbol
................Class II Construction …/min ..........revolutions or reciprocation
....................(double insulated) ....................per minute
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