[. . . ] Always ensure that a paper filter as well as a MICROFILTER and a HEPA filter are inserted. Toner dust from laser printers and copiers must not be vacuumed using normal household vacuum cleaners. This is a domestic vacuum cleaner and should only be used to vacuum dry dust. [. . . ] Do not vacuum matches, glowing ashes or cigarette ends using the appliance. Avoid picking up hard, pointed objects as these may damage the appliance or the paper filter. Do not expose the appliance to the effects of the weather, humidity or sources of heat. Should the mains lead be defective, the complete cable roller must be replaced by AEG customer service or an authorised repair centre. Repairs to electrical appliances may only be carried out by qualified specialists. Improperly effected repairs may result in significant risk to the user. For this reason, if there is a malfunction in your appliance please contact your specialist dealer or AEG customer service directly. Safety instructions This appliance complies with the following EC directives: 73/23/EC dated 21. The mains circuit for the socket used must be protected with a fuse with a rating of at least 10 A. Avoid running over the mains lead with the appliance or the vacuum brush. The bracket on the nozzle is slid into the parking rail on the appliance. Motor protection filter The motor protection filter is a permanent filter and does not have to be replaced regularly. Cleaning As required, wipe the housing and the paper filter compartment with a damp cloth. Occasionally vacuum the floor nozzle and brushheads with the crevice nozzle. What do I do, if . . . . . . it is difficult to push the nozzle Reduce the power setting on the appliance. the motor thermal cut-out is activated If the motor is overloaded, e. g. due to a full filter bag or blocked accessory, the thermal cut-out shuts down the motor. In this case, switch off the appliance, unplug from the mains, and leave the motor to cool down. Check paper filter bag, suction tube and suction hose; remove any blockage. [. . . ] The appliance can be switched on again after approximately 30 minutes. 12 . . . the fuse has blown The fuse may blow if you use other electrical appliances with high power consumption on the same electric circuit at the same time as the vacuum cleaner is in use. This can be avoided if you set the electronic power adjuster to the lowest power level and then select a higher level after switching the appliance on. [. . . ]