. Read the operating instructions of your appliance prior to putting it into operation, especially the safety information. — The warning signs and information labels attached to the unit provide important advice on its safe operation. — In addition to the instructions in the operating instructions, general safety- and accident prevention-regulations from lawgivers must be followed. Use . Prior to utilization the appliance and its working facilities must be checked regarding their proper condition and that they operate safely. It must not be used if its condition is not faultless. . No modifications permitted on the machine. — The unit is intended for sweeping inside- and outside surfaces. . Never absorb explosive liquids, inflammable gases or undiluted acids and solvents! This includes petrol, paint thinner or fuel oil, which can form explosive fumes due to the swirling suction air, in addition acetone, undiluted acids and solvents, since they corrode the materials used for the appliance. . Do not sweep up/ absorb burning or smouldering objects. Only if expressly marked as such is this appliance suitable for sucking up health- hazardous dust types. Comply with notices concerning safety regulations given in the operating instructions. — Suitable only for the surfaces listed in the operating instructions. — The appliance may be used on only the areas cleared for its use by the factory owner or a person authorized by him. . Keep clear of the danger area. Its operation in explosion hazardous locations is prohibited. . The following applies generally: Keep combustible materials away from the machine (danger of explosions-/fire). Operation . The rules, regulations and stipulations applying to motor vehicles must always be observed. . The operator must use the unit in accordance with its intended purpose. She must adapt her mode of operation to the local conditions and when working with the appliance keep a look out for third parties, especially children. — The appliance may only be used by persons instructed in its handling or who have proved their capability of operating it and who are expressely to use it. — The unit must not be operated by children and youths. . To prevent unauthorized utilization of appliances provided with an ignition key the ignition key must be removed. . The appliance must never be left unattended as long as the motor is running. The operator may not leave the appliance until the motor is turned off, the appliance is safeguarded against unintentional motion, if necessary the parking brake actuated and the ignition key removed. — On slopes the angle of inclination to the side and in the direction of motion must not exceed the value given in the operating instructions. Transport . The motor must be turned off when the appliance is transported. . The parking brake must be locked. . Secure the machine with guy belts, ropes or chains. . Immobilise the machine at the wheels with chocks. Maintenance . Prior to cleaning it and performing maintenance work, changing parts or setting it to another function the appliance is to be switched off and if necessary the ignition key removed. . For battery-run appliances the battery plug must be pulled out of the socket prior to work on the electrical equipment, i.e. the battery is to be disconnected. . Do not clean the appliance with jet streamers. — Repairs may only be carried out by approved customer service centres or by technical personnel trained in this...