Ariete HIGHPOWER 2738 [9/54] Important safeguards

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IMPORTANT SAFEgUARDS

READ THESE INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING THE APPLIANCE.

A few precautions are necessary while using the appliance:

1. Always make sure that the mains power voltage is the same as that listed on

the appliance rating plate and that the mains system is suitable for use with the

appliance power.

2. This appliance conforms to the 2006/95/CE and EMC 2004/108/CE directives.

3. The appliance may only be used for its intended purpose, which is for vacu-

uming dust from surfaces within the home. Any other use is to be considered

improper and therefore, dangerous. The manufacturer may not be held liable for

any damages caused by improper, incorrect or unreasonable use.

4. Do not use to vacuum hot ash, large pieces of glass, rubble, sharp or pointed

items or liquids.

5. To prevent dangerous overheating, always unwind the power cord fully and un-

plug the appliance from the mains when the appliance is not in use.

6. Only plug the appliance into an AC socket.

7. Never use the appliance without the bag or motor lter or if the bag or lter are

broken or dam aged in any way.

8. Never use the appliance on wet surfaces.

9. Never suck up liquids.

10. NEVER PLACE THE APPLIANCE IN WATER OR OTHER LIQUIDS.

11. Do not touch the appliance when hands or feet are wet or moist.

12. Never use the appliance with bare feet.

13. Do not leave the appliance exposed to the elements (rain, sun, etc.).

14. Do not keep the appliance in proximity to heat sources (e.g., radiator).

15. Always disconnect the plug from the mains power before cleaning the appliance

or changing the lters.

16. This appliance can be used by children aged from 8 years and above and persons

with reduced physical, sensory or mental capabilities or lack of experience and

knowledge only if they have been given supervision or instruction concerning use

of the appliance in a safe way and understand the hazards involved. Do not allow

children to play with the appliance. Cleaning and user maintenance must not be

carried out by children unless they are older than 8 and supervised.

17. Children under age 8 should not be allowed to handle appliance and its power

cord which must be kept out of their reach.

18. Never pull on the power cord to unplug the appliance from the mains power.