Clarke D18 Vacuum Cleaner User Manual


 
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Operator's Manual (EN) - D15 & D18 - 3 -
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
For the safe operation of this machine, read and understand all dangers, warnings and cautions. Look for these symbols:
DANGER: If you do not follow the instructions in a DANGER, severe bodily injury or death can occur
to the operator and/or other personnel.
WARNING: If you do not follow the instructions in a WARNING, injury can occur to you or to other
personnel.
CAUTION: If you do not follow the instructions in a CAUTION, damage can occur to the machine.
WARNING: To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, or injury:
1. You must have training in the operation of this machine before using it. READ THE
INSTRUCTION BOOK.
2. Do not use outdoors or on wet surfaces.
3. Do not leave vacuum cleaner unattended when plugged in. Turn off the switch and unplug
the electrical cord when not in use and before servicing.
4. Do not allow to be used as a toy. Close attention is necessary when used by or near
children.
5. Use only as described in this manual. Use only manufacturer's recommended attach-
ments.
6. Do not use with damaged cord or plug. If vacuum cleaner is not working as it should, has
been dropped, damaged, left outdoors, or dropped into water, return it to a service center.
7. Do not pull or carry by cord, use cord as a handle, close a door on cord, or pull a cord
around sharp edges or corners. Do not run vacuum cleaner over cord. Keep cord away
from heated surfaces.
8. Connect to a properly grounded outlet only (refer to Grounding Instructions).
9. Do not use extension cords or outlets with inadequate current carrying capacity.
10. Turn off all controls before unplugging.
11. Do not unplug by pulling on cord. To unplug, grasp the plug, not the cord.
12. Do not handle plug or vacuum cleaner with wet hands.
13. 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.
14. This vacuum cleaner creates suction and contains a revolving brush. Keep hair, loose
clothing, fingers and all parts of body away from openings and moving parts.
15. Do not pick up anything that is burning or smoking, such as cigarettes, matches or hot
ashes.
16. Belt pulleys can become hot during normal use. To prevent burns, avoid touching the belt
pulley when servicing the drive belt.
17. Do not use to pick up flammable or combustible liquids such as gasoline, or use in areas
where they may be present.
18. Unplug the machine before servicing the belt or brush. The brush may start suddenly and
cause injury.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS