Miele S 5000 series Operating Instructions Manual page 7

Safety with children
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This vacuum cleaner is not a toy! To prevent the risk of injury, do
not let children play with the appliance or its controls.
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Children 8 years and older may use, clean or maintain the vacuum
cleaner without adult supervision only if they have been shown how to
do so in a safe way and understand the hazards involved.
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Children under 8 years of age must be kept away from the
appliance unless they are constantly supervised.
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Models with radio controls on the handle: Keep batteries out of
the reach of children.
Technical safety
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Ensure that the connection data on the data plate (voltage and
frequency) match the mains electricity supply exactly.
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Before using the vacuum cleaner, check for any visible signs of
damage. Do not use a damaged appliance.
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The plug must be fitted with a 13 A fuse (UK).
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While the vacuum cleaner is under guarantee, repairs should only
be undertaken by a service technician authorised by Miele.
Otherwise the guarantee will be invalidated.
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Do not pull or carry the appliance by the cable, and be careful
not to damage the cable when withdrawing the plug from the socket.
Keep the cable away from sharp edges and do not let it get
squashed, for example, under a door.
Avoid running the vacuum cleaner over the cable. This could
damage the cable, plug or socket.
The appliance must not be used is any of these have suffered
damage.
Warning and Safety instructions
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