[. . . ] This appliance conforms with Directives 2004/108/EC, 2006/95/ EC, 93/68/EC. The symbol on the product or on its packing indicates that this product may not be treated as household waste. Instead it shall be handed over to the applicable collection point for the recycling of electrical and electronic equipment. By ensuring this product is disposed of correctly, you will help prevent potential negative consequences for the environment and human health, which could otherwise be caused by inappropriate waste handling of this product. [. . . ] Before using the machine make sure that the voltage shown on the rating plate corresponds with the mains voltage. Start and stop Start Pull out the cord and plug the machine into a wall socket. start the vacuum cleaner using the start/stop button on top of the vacuum cleaner. Insert the hose connector into the suction inlet and press until the hose engages with a click. Connect the bent tube to the tube and turn it until they engage with a click. Push the button in the middle of the tube to release the length adjustment lock. Release the hose connection from the suction inlet by pressing the locking mechanism and remove. Use of non-original dust bags or non-original filters can cause restricted air flow which may lead to machine overload. Use of accessories other than Nilfisk original dust bags and Nilfisk original filters will void the guarantee. When indicator is completly red the dust bag must be changed in order to prevent motor damage. Release the hose connection from the suction inlet by pressing the locking mechanism and then remove it. Adjust the suction power by means of the slide control on top of the vacuum cleaner or the sliding valve on the hose handle. The different models of these vacuum cleaners can include different nozzles. WARNING When activating the automatic cord rewind, care must be taken as the plug at the end of the cord can swing during the last part of the rewinding. Repair and service of your cleaner, must only be carried out by an authorized service center. The cord or plug may be damaged and must be repaired by an authorized service center. If non of the above actions will apply - leave your cleaner to an authorized service center. Clean the machine surface with a dry cloth or a damp cloth with a little dishwashing liquid. Cut the cable close to the machine to prevent injury or use of the defective/disposed machine. Responsibility Nilfisk disclaim all responsibility for all damage caused by incorrect use or modification of the machine. The prefilter or HEPA filter may be blocked and have to be changed, see instructions. The hose handle, hose, tube or nozzle may be blocked and needs to be cleaned. [. . . ] The hose handle, hose, tube or nozzle may be blocked and needs to be cleaned. This Nilfisk Series vacuum cleaner is covered by a five (5) year guarantee on the machine, which covers the motor, cable rewinder, switch and casing. The nozzles, filters, hoses, tubes and other accessories are covered twelve months due to manufacturing fault only and excludes wear and tear. The guarantee includes spare parts and labour costs, and covers manufacturing and material defects that may occur during normal domestic use. [. . . ]