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ENGLISH
This document
This document contains the safety information relevant
for the appliance along with a quick reference guide.
Prior to using the appliance for the first
time, be sure to read this document
through and keep it ready to hand.
Further support
For further queries, please contact the VIPER service rep-
resentative responsible for your country. See reverse of
this document.
Important safety instructions
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Danger that leads directly to serious or irreversible inju-
ries, or even death.
Danger that can lead to serious injuries or even death.
Danger that can lead to minor injuries and damage.
The appliance must
• only be used by persons, who have been instructed in
its correct usage and explicitly commissioned with the
task of operating it
• only be operated under supervision
• not be used by children
The workplace is behind the cleaner.
Do not use any unsafe work techniques.

Always guide the cleaner with both hands on the han-

dle.
When the cleaner is stationary, switch off the brush

unit immediately to prevent damage to the floor cov-
ering.
Switch off the appliance and disconnect the mains

plug in the following situations:
- Prior to cleaning and servicing
- Prior to replacing components
- Prior to changing over the appliance
Use of the cleaner is subject to current national regula-
tions. Besides the operating instructions and binding ac-
cident prevention regulations valid in the country of use,
observe recognized regulations for safe and proper work.
Purpose and intended use
All single-disc cleaners are designed to clean and care for
floor coverings inside buildings only.
The appliance is suitable for commercial use, such as e.g.
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CAUTION
in
• Hotels
• Schools
• Hospitals
Any other use is considered as improper use. The manu-
facturer accepts no liability for any damage resulting from
such use. The risk for such use is borne solely by the
user.
Proper use also includes proper operation, servicing and
repairs as specified by the manufacturer.
Transport
When transporting the cleaner in elevators

- observe current safety regulations, in particular
with regard to carrying capacity.
- place the shaft in an upright position to prevent it
from catching on elevator shaft walls.
Storage
Store the appliance in a dry place, protected from frost.

Electrical connection
Connected the appliance via a residual current circuit

breaker.
Arrange the electrical parts (sockets, plugs and cou-

plings) and lay down the extension lead so that the
protection class is maintained.
Connectors and couplings of power supply cords and

extension leads must be watertight.
Guarantee
Our general conditions of business are applicable with
regard to the guarantee.
Unauthorised modifications to the appliance, the use of
incorrect brushes and detergents in addition to using the
appliance in a way other than for the intended purpose
exempt the manufacturer from any liability for the result-
ing damage.
Tests and approvals
Electrical tests must be performed in accordance with the
provisions of safety regulations (BGV A3) and to DIN VDE
0701 Part 1 and Part 3. In accordance with DIN VDE 0702
these tests must be performed at regular intervals and
after repairs or modifications.
Risks
Electrical components
Electric shock due to faulty mains connecting lead.
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