Dyson Slim DC18 Owner's Manual

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WARNINGTO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE, ELECTRIC SHOCK OR INJURY:1 Always turn off this appliance before connecting and disconnecting motorizednozzle.2 Do not leave appliance when plugged in. Unplug from electrical outlet when notin use and before servicing.3 Do not use outdoors or on wet surfaces or to vacuum water or other liquids –electric shock and personal injury could occur.4 Do not allow to be used as a toy. Close attention is necessary when used byor near children.5 Do not allow use by anyone unable to operate the vacuum properly.6 Use only as described in this manual. Use only with Dyson recommendedattachments, accessories, and replacement parts.7 Check to ensure your electricity supply corresponds to that shown on the ratingplate, which can be found behind the bin. The machine must only be usedas rated.8 If the appliance is not functioning properly, has been dropped, damaged, leftoutdoors, or immersed in liquid, contact the Dyson Helpline at 1-866-693-9766.9 Do not use with a damaged cord or plug. Do not pull or carry by the cord; do notuse the cord as a handle; do not close a door on the cord or pull the cord aroundsharp edges or corners. Do not run the machine over the cord. Keep the cordaway from heated surfaces and open flames.10 Do not unplug by pulling on the cord. To unplug, grasp the plug, not the cord.11 Do not handle the plug or appliance with wet hands.12 Do not use the appliance without the clear binTMand filters in place.13 Do not put any object into openings in the machine. Do not use with any openingblocked; keep free of dust, lint, hair and anything that may reduce air flow.14 Keep hair, loose clothing, fingers, and all parts of body away from openingsin the machine and moving parts, such as the brushbar.15 Do not use the machine to pick up sharp hard objects, small toys, pins, paper clipsetc., because they may damage the machine.16 The use of an extension cord is not recommended.17 Store the machine indoors. Put the machine away after use with the cord coiledsafely, to prevent tripping accidents.18 Turn off all controls before unplugging.19 Use extra care when cleaning on stairs; always work with the machine at thebottom of the stairs. Keep vacuum on the floor. Do not put the machine onchairs, tables etc.20 Do not pick up anything that is burning or smoking, such as cigarettes,matches or hot ashes.21 Do not use to pick up flammable or combustible liquids, such as gasoline,or use in areas where they may be present.22 When vacuuming, certain carpets may generate small static charges in the clearbin TM or wand. These are not associated with the electricity supply. To minimize anyeffect from this, do not put your hand or insert any object into the clear binTMunlessyou have first emptied it and rinsed it out with cold water.23 Do not carry out any maintenance or repair work other than that shown in thismanual or advised by the Dyson Helpline.24 Consult your flooring manufacturer’s recommended instructions before vacuumingand caring for your flooring, rugs, and carpets. Some carpets will fuzz if a rotatingbrushbar is used when vacuuming. If this happens, we recommend vacuuming inbare floors mode and consulting with your flooring manufacturer.IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONSREAD ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING THIS VACUUM CLEANERWhen using an electrical appliance, basic precautions should always be followed,including the following:SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONSTHIS APPLIANCE IS INTENDED FOR HOUSEHOLD USE ONLY18860_OPS_MANUAL_UPDATE_FOR_LEGAL_COPY_DC18_5YR_QUICK_AMEND.qxd 5/11/07 10:34 Page 2