Miele S 140 Operating Instructions Manual page 7

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
Cleaning, maintenance and
repairs
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Turn the vacuum cleaner off after
each use and before every cleaning /
maintenance. Unplug the vacuum
cleaner from the outlet.
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Never submerge the vacuum
cleaner in water. Clean only with a dry
or slightly damp cloth when
disconnected from the power supply. If
moisture gets into the appliance there
is a risk of electric shock.
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Repairs may only be performed by
an authorized service agent in
accordance with national and local
safety regulations. Repairs by
unqualified persons could be
dangerous.
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A damaged power cord must only
be replaced with a genuine Miele cord
which can be obtained by Miele
technical service.
Disposing of an old appliance
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Before discarding an old vacuum
cleaner, please cut off the power cord
and render the plug useless. Ensure
the appliance presents no danger to
children while being stored for
disposal.
SAVE THESE
INSTRUCTIONS
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