19. Carefully remove the micro-fiber pad
immediately after you have unplugged
and allowed the appliance to cool.
20. When cleaning the appliance, unplug the
power cord from the electrical outlet and
clean with a dry or damp cloth. Do not
pour water or use alcohol, benzene or
paint thinner on the unit.
21. Extreme caution should be exercised
when using this appliance to clean stairs.
22. Never use Steam function without micro-
fiber pad attached.
23. Keep your work area well lit.
24. Store appliance indoors in a cool,
dry place.
25. To avoid circuit overload, do not operate
another appliance on the same socket
(circuit) as the cleaning unit.
26. If an extension cord is absolutely
necessary, an extension cord rated a
minimum of 15 ampere, 14 gage cord
should be used. Cords rated for less
amperage may overheat. Care should be
taken to arrange cord so that it cannot be
pulled or tripped over.
27. DO NOT store unit with damp/wet micro-
fiber cleaning pad attached.
28. DO NOT use the vacuum cleaner without
dust cup and filter in place.
29. DO NOT vacuum up any liquids.
30. DO NOT pick up anything that is burning
or smoking such as cigarettes, matches
or hot ashes.
31. To reduce the risk of fire DO NOT use to
pick up flammable or combustible liquids
such as gasoline or use vacuum in areas
where flammable or combustible fumes
may be present.
32. DO NOT pick up toxic solutions such as
chlorine bleach, ammonia or drain cleaner
with the cleaning unit.
33. DO NOT use in an enclosed space
where vapors are present from paint,
paint thinner, mothproofing substances,
flammable dust or other explosive or
toxic materials.
34. DO NOT run the cleaning unit over large-
sized objects.
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35. DO NOT pick up hard or sharp objects
such as glass, nails, screws or coins that
could damage the cleaning unit.
36. DO NOT place appliance on unstable
surfaces such as chairs or tables.
37. DO NOT allow the cleaning unit to be
used as a toy.
38. Close attention is necessary when used
near children.
39. Keep hair, loose clothing, fingers and all
parts of the body away from openings
and moving parts.
40. Turn off all controls before plugging or
unplugging your Vac-Then-Steam™.
WARNING: Your appliance is designed
to clean non-carpeted, sealed hard floor
surfaces that will withstand high heat. Do
not use on unsealed wood or unglazed
ceramic floors, on surfaces that have
been treated with wax or on some no
wax floors. The sheen may be removed
by the heat and steam action. It is always
recommended to test an isolated area
of the surface to be cleaned before
proceeding. We also recommend that
you check the use and care instructions
provided by the floor manufacturer.
POLARIZED PLUG
TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC
SHOCK, this appliance has a polarized
plug (one blade is wider than the other).
As a safety feature, this plug will fit into a
polarized outlet only one way. If the plug
does not fit fully into the outlet, reverse
the plug. If it still does not fit, contact a
qualified electrician. DO NOT ATTEMPT
TO DEFEAT THIS SAFETY FEATURE.
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