12 Safety directions
12.1 Explanation of the safety
directions
All of the safety instructions in
this manual are identified with a
warning symbol. They indicate
possible dangers promptly. It is
essential to read this information
and to adhere to it.
Explanation of the safety
instructions
The following symbols and
warnings will be featured in the
user manual or on the vacuum
cleaner or the packaging.
WARNING
This refers to a dangerous
situation that can lead to death
or to a serious injury!
ATTENTION
This refers to a
dangerous situation that
can lead to a minor or
moderately serious injury.
IMPORTANT
Describes a situation, which can
cause substantial damage to
property or to the environment.
12.2 General safety instructions
• Avoid injuries and damage, by
transporting the equipment only
in a package.
• Assemble and connect the
appliance only in accordance with
the instructions in this manual.
• The plug must be accessible
after assembly.
• In the event of an emergency
unplug the appliance
immediately.
WARNING
Do not touch the plug and the
power supply cord with wet or
damp hands when you are
connecting or removing them.
DANGER OF
ELECTROCUTION!
• Hold the plug tightly whilst
removing the power cord. Do not
pull on the power cord.
• Remove the plug before a
cleaning or maintenance
procedure.
• A damaged power cord must be
replaced immediately by the
supplier, dealer or customer
service department. If the power
cord or the plug is damaged, you
can no longer use the appliance.
• Do not implement any further
change except for the cleaning
and maintenance procedures
specified in these instructions.
