HOFFEN VC-8419, Instruction Manual

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appliance. Children must not perform 

cleaning and maintenance of the appliance 

unless they are supervised by an adult. 

2. Regularly check the power cord for damage. 

If the power cord is damaged, it must be 

replaced by the manufacturer, an authorized 

service centre or a qualified individual, so 

as to avoid hazards or injuries.

3. Read the entire manual before you start using the vacuum cleaner.
4. Connect the appliance to a 220-240 V~ 50/60 Hz alternating current mains.
5. To prevent electric shock, do not immerse the plug, the power cord or the 

appliance in water or other liquids.

6. Do not leave the appliance unattended when turned on. Remove the plug 

from the outlet socket when you are not using the vacuum cleaner or before 

cleaning it.

7. Never attempt to clean wet surfaces with the vacuum cleaner.
8. Use the vacuum cleaner only as described in this instruction manual. Use the 

accessories recommended by the manufacturer only.

9. Never touch an electric appliance if it has been immersed in water or water 

has been spilled on it. Disconnect it from the power supply immediately. 

10. 

Warning! 

When cleaning or maintaining the appliance, do not immerse its 

electric parts in water or other liquids. Never immerse the appliance in water. 

11. Use only original accessories with the appliance.
12. Do not pull or carry the vacuum cleaner by its power cord, do not use the 

power cord as a handle, do not close a door on the cord or pull the cord over 

sharp edges. Make sure that the vacuum cleaner does not run over the power 

cord. Keep the power cord away from hot surfaces.

13. Do not unplug the vacuum cleaner by pulling on the cord. To unplug it, grasp 

the plug, not the cord.

14. Do not handle the plug or vacuum cleaner with wet hands.
15. Clean the appliance as described in section 

8. Cleaning and care

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16. Do not put any objects into openings in the vacuum cleaner. Do not use the 

vacuum cleaner with any of its openings blocked – keep openings free of 

dust, lint, hair and anything that may reduce air flow.

17. If the suction opening, the suction hose or the telescopic tube become blocked, 

turn the vacuum cleaner off immediately. Before you turn the vacuum cleaner 

on again, remove the blocking object.