Oreck SWSTEAM Carpet Cleaner User Manual


 
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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:
Do not leave appliance unattended when plugged in. Unplug from outlet when not in use and
before servicing.
Do not use outdoors or on wet surfaces.
Do not operate the unit while in the upright and locked position.
Do not let the unit run while in any one stationary position for any period of time. Keep the unit
moving while in operation.
Do not allow to be used as a toy. Close attention is necessary when used near children.
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, return it to a service center or call customer service
at: US: 1-800-989-3535 Canada: 1-888-676-7325
Do not pull or carry by cord, use cord as a handle, close door on cord, or pull cord around sharp
edges or corners.
Keep cord away from heated surfaces.
Do not run appliance over cord.
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 use without the tank cap in place.
Do not operate the steam function without water in the tank.
Empty the water tank when the steam cleaner is not in use.
Do not put any object into openings. Do not use with any opening blocked; keep free of dust, lint,
hair and anything that may reduce performance.
Keep hair, loose clothing, ngers and all parts of body away from openings and
moving parts.
Do not use to pick up anything that is burning or smoking, such as cigarettes, matches,
or hot ashes.
Turn off all controls before unplugging.
Use extra care when cleaning on stairs.
Do not use to pick up ammable or combustible liquids, such as gasoline or lighter uid, or use in
areas where they may be present.
Do not use appliance in an enclosed space where ammable, explosive or toxic vapors are given
off by oil base paint, paint thinner, some mothproong substances, or in an area where ammable
dust is present.
Do not pick up toxic material such as chlorine bleach, drain cleaner, gasoline, etc.
with this appliance.
Never put additives (such as perfume, stain remover or products containing alcohol) in the water as
they may damage the steam cleaner or make it dangerous to you.
Product contains chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects.
Ensure that the water tank’s closure cap has been screwed down fully before use.
Do not touch any hot areas on the appliance It is normal for the appliance to heat up during
opperation.
Do not use the appliance to treat any item of clothing while being worn on the body.
The force and heat of the steam may have an adverse effect on some materials. Always test
the steamer on a small concealed area to determine if it is suitable for treatment with the steam
cleaner.
Never aim the appliance at people, animals or plants (risk of scalding!).
Do not aim the appliance at electrical systems or wires.
Not for use on ne silks, velour, very thin plastics, unsealed hardwood, laminates, engineered
hard oor surfaces, ceilings, drywall and exterior paint of automobiles, electronics or items using
electricity.
Safety
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS!
General Warnings