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    Hand Vacuum OWNER’S MANUAL Model FM401 120V., 60Hz. 450 Watts, 3.75 Amps FANTOM Tel.: 1 (800) 275-9251 www.fantom. com[...]

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    IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS FM401 When using you r Hand Vacuum , basic safety precautions shou ld always be observed, including the fo llowing: ONE (1) YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY FANTOM warrants th is product to be free from defec ts in mater ial and workmanship for a period of one (1) year from the date of the orig inal purchase. This warranty applie[...]

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    TROUBLE SHOOTING GUIDE GETTING TO KNOW YOUR HAND VACUUM PROBLEM POSSIBLE REASON POSSIBLE SOLUTION HAND VACUUM WILL N OT OPERAT E 1. Power cord not firmly plugged into ou tlet. 2. No power in wall outlet. 3. Needs servicing. 1. Plug unit in firmly. 2. Check fuse or breaker. Replace fuse/reset breaker. 3. Call 1-800-275-9251. HAND VACUUM WILL NOT PIC[...]

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    OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS cont. Warning: Always unplug from electrical outlet before opening the dust cup (container). Note : Dust cup filter must be used when operating the hand vacuum. 3. To use the flexible hose, push the end of the hose into the suction hole, then attach the desired accessory to the other end of the flexible[...]