Bissell PowerGlide Pet Vacuum 1044 Owner's Manual

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MPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
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When using an electrical appli-
ance, basic precautions should be 
observed, including the following: 
Read all instRuctions 
befoRe using youR  
upRight VacuuM.  
Always connect to a polarized outlet (left slot is 
wider than right). Unplug from outlet when not 
in use and before conducting maintenance. 
   WaRning:
 
To 
reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, or injury:
 
Do not modify the polarized plug to fit a  
non-polarized outlet or extension cord.
 
Do not leave vacuum cleaner unattended 
when it is plugged in.
 
Unplug from outlet when not in use and  
before servicing.
 
Unplug before attaching the Pet 
TurboBrush Tool.
 
Do not use outdoors or on wet surfaces.
 
Do not allow children to operate vacuum  
cleaner or use as a toy.
 
Close attention is necessary when used 
by or near children.
 
Do not use for any purpose other than 
described in this user’s guide.
 
Use only manufacturer’s recommended  
attachments.
 
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, have it 
repaired at an authorized service center.
 
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 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 vacuum cleaner or plug 
with wet hands.
  
Do not put any object into openings.  
Do not use with any opening blocked; 
keep openings 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 plugging  
or unplugging vacuum cleaner.
 
Use extra care when cleaning stairs.
 
Do not pick up flammable materials (lighter 
fluid, gasoline, kerosene, etc.) or use in the 
presence of explosive liquids or vapors.
 
Do not pick up toxic material (chlorine 
bleach, ammonia, drain cleaner, etc.).
 
Do not use vacuum cleaner in an 
enclosed space filled with vapors given 
off by oil base paint, paint thinner, some 
moth proofing substances, flammable 
dust, or other explosive or toxic vapors.
 
Do not pick up hard or sharp objects 
such as glass, nails, screws, coins, etc.
 
Do not pick up anything that is burning or 
smoking, such as cigarettes, matches, or 
hot ashes.
 
Do not use without filters in place.
 
Use only on dry, indoor surfaces.
 
Keep appliance on a level surface.
 
Do not carry the vacuum cleaner while  
it is running.
saVe these 
instRuctions 
foR futuRe use
this appliance 
has a 
polaRiZed plug
To reduce the risk of electric shock, this 
appliance has a polarized plug (one 
blade is wider than the other). This plug 
will fit in a polarized outlet only one way. 
If the plug does not fit fully in the outlet, 
reverse the plug. If it still does not fit,  
contact a qualified electrician to install  
a proper outlet. Do not change the plug  
in any way.
This model is for household use only.