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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
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:
•  Fully assemble before operating.
•  Operate cleaner only at voltage specified on data label on back of cleaner.
•  Do not leave appliance when plugged in. Unplug from outlet when not in use and 
before cleaning or servicing.
•  Do not use outdoors or on wet surfaces.
•  Do not allow to be used as a toy. Not intended for use by children age 12 and 
under. Close supervision is necessary when used near children. To avoid injury 
or damage, keep children away from product, and do not allow children to place 
fingers or other objects into any openings.
•  Use only as described in this manual. Use only manufacturer’s recommended 
attachments and products. 
•  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, take it to a 
service center prior to continuing use.
•  Do not pull or carry by cord, use cord as a handle, close a door on cord, or pull 
cord around sharp edges or corners. Do not place product on cord. Do not run 
appliance over cord. Keep cord away from heated surfaces.
•  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 put any object into openings. Do not use with any opening blocked; keep 
free of dust, lint, hair, and anything that may reduce air flow. 
•  Keep hair, loose clothing, fingers, and all parts of body away from openings and 
moving parts. 
•  Turn off all controls before unplugging.
•  Use extra care  when cleaning on stairs.  To avoid personal injury  or damage, 
and to prevent the cleaner from falling, always place cleaner at bottom of stairs 
on floor. Do not place cleaner on stairs or furniture, as it may result in injury or 
damage. 
•  Do not use to pick up flammable or combustible liquids, such as gasoline, or fine 
wood sandings, or use in areas where they may be present.
•  Unplug before connecting Turbo Tool.
•  Do not pick up anything that is burning or smoking, such as cigarettes, matches, 
or hot ashes.
•  Do not use without Dirt Cup and/or Filters in place.
•  WARNING: This product contains chemicals known to the State of California to 
cause cancer, birth defects or reproductive harm. WASH HANDS AFTER HANDLING.










