Black & Decker BV1400 User manual

Category
Portable vacuum cleaners
Type
User manual
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Intended use
Your Black & Decker vacuum cleaner has been designed to
vacuum dry substances. This product is intended for
household use only.
Safety instructions
Warning! When using mains-powered appliances, basic
safety precautions, including the following, should always be
followed to reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, personal
injury and material damage.
X Read all of this manual carefully before using the
appliance.
X The intended use is described in this manual. The use
of any accessory or attachment or the performance of
any operation with this appliance other than those
recommended in this instruction manual may present a
risk of personal injury.
X Retain this manual for future reference.
Using your appliance
X Make sure that the appliance is switched off before
connecting to or disconnecting from the power supply.
X Always take care when using the appliance.
X Do not use the appliance outdoors.
X Never pull the power supply cord to disconnect the plug
from the socket. Keep the power supply cord away from
heat, oil and sharp edges.
X If the power supply cord is damaged during use,
disconnect the appliance from the power supply
immediately. Do not touch the power supply cord before
disconnecting from the power supply.
X Disconnect the appliance from the power supply when
not in use, before fitting or removing parts and before
cleaning.
Safety of others
X This appliance is not intended for use by persons
(including children) with reduced physical, sensory or
mental capabilities, or lack of experience or knowledge,
unless they have been given supervision or instruction
concerning use of the appliance by a person
responsible for their safety.
X Children should be supervised to ensure that they do
not play with the appliance.
After use
X Switch off and remove the plug from the socket before
leaving the appliance unattended and before changing,
cleaning or inspecting any parts of the appliance.
X When not in use, the appliance should be stored in a dry
place. Children should not have access to stored
appliances.
Inspection and repairs
X Before use, check the appliance for damaged or
defective parts. Check for breakage of parts, damage to
switches and any other conditions that may affect its
operation.
X Do not use the appliance if any part is damaged or
defective.
X Have any damaged or defective parts repaired or
replaced by an authorised repair agent.
X Before use, check the power supply cord for signs of
damage, ageing and wear.
X Do not use the appliance if the power supply cord or
mains plug is damaged or defective.
X If the power supply cord or mains plug is damaged or
defective it must be repaired by an authorised repair
agent in order to avoid a hazard. Do not cut the power
supply cord and do not attempt to repair it yourself.
X Never attempt to remove or replace any parts other than
those specified in this manual.
Electrical safety
Additional safety instructions for vacuum cleaners
X Before use, always make sure that the filter is correctly
seated.
X Do not use the appliance to pick up liquids.
X Do not use the appliance to pick up any materials that
could catch fire.
X Do not use the appliance near water. Do not immerse
the appliance in water.
X Keep the motor draught away from eyes and faces.
X Keep children and animals at a safe distance when
using this appliance.
X Always work from bottom up when using the appliance
on stairs, and keep the appliance at least a stair below
your working position.
X Do not use the appliance without the suction head or
another suitable accessory mounted to the tube.
X Keep your hair, clothing and gloves away from moving
parts. Do not reach into the rotating brush. Keep the
rotating brush away from the power supply cord.
X Do not use damaged accessories.
X Use only Black & Decker accessories.
X In blow mode, do not direct air towards bystanders.
X Do not use the appliance on animals.
This appliance is double insulated; therefore no
earth wire is required. Always check that the
power supply corresponds to the voltage on the
rating plate.
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Features
This appliance includes some or all of the following features.
1. Container
2. Extension tubes
3. Handle adapter
4. Hose
5. On/off switch
6. Handle
7. Blower connector
8. Crevice tool
9. Wheels
10. Dual brush head
11. Floor head
Assembly
Removing the lid (fig. A)
X Release the two clips (13) that hold the lid (12) in place.
X Carefully remove the lid from the appliance.
Fitting the lid (fig. A)
X Fit the lid (12) to the container (1) making sure that the
blower connector (7) is adjacent to the hose inlet (18)
and that the recesses in the lid (12) line up with the clips
(13).
X Fasten the two clips (13).
Assembling the wheel support (fig. B)
X Assemble the two parts of the wheel support (14)
together, make sure that they are firmly attached.
X Remove the lid (12) as described above and turn the
container (1) upside down.
X Attach the wheel support (14) to the rim of the base of
the container (1) by applying slight pressure.
X Insert the four wheels (9), make sure that they click
firmly into place.
X Fit the lid (12) as described above.
Fitting the paper dust bag (fig. C)
X Remove the lid (12) as described above.
X Fit the cardboard flange (16) of the paper dust bag (15)
around the hose inlet (17).
X Fit the lid (12) as described above.
Connecting and disconnecting the hose (fig. D)
To connect the hose:
X Insert the hose connector (19) into the inlet (18) of the
appliance.
X Line up the hose connector tabs with the slots in the
inlet.
X Turn the hose connector (19) clockwise until it locks into
position.
To disconnect the hose:
X Turn the hose connector (19) counter-clockwise and
pull out the hose.
Fitting the handle adaptor (fig. E)
X Push the handle adaptor (3) into the end of the hose (4)
until the flange is flush with the end of the hose.
Mounting the extension tube (fig. E)
X Firmly push one of the extension tubes (2) into the
handle adaptor (3).
X If required, attach the other extension tube (2) to the
end.
Mounting accessories (fig. E and F)
The crevice tool (8) allows for vacuuming in narrow and
hard-to-reach places. The floor head (11) allows for
vacuuming on furniture, blinds, curtains, windows and stairs.
The dual brush head (10) can be attached to the floor head
(11) when required.
X To fit the dual brush head (10), push it into the floor head
(11) until the two tabs (20) click into the slots in the
brush head.
X To remove the dual brush head (10), press the two tabs
(20) inwards in the slots in the brush head and carefully
push it downwards until it is removed.
The accessories can be mounted on both the handle
adaptor (3) and the extension tubes (2).
X Firmly push the accessory onto the handle adaptor (3)
or extension tube (2) as required.
X To remove an accessory, pull the accessory from the
handle adaptor or the extension tube.
Use
Switching on and off (fig. G)
X To switch the appliance on, press the on/off switch (5)
to the I position.
X To switch the appliance off, press the on/off switch (5)
to the 0 position.
Vacuuming
X When operating the appliance, make sure that the hose
is not trapped, twisted or blocked.
X In case of overheating, a cut-out will operate and the
appliance will automatically stop.
X If the appliance stops operating, unplug the appliance
and allow it to cool for 2-3 hours.
Using the appliance as a blower (fig. H)
X If necessary, disconnect the hose from the container as
described above.
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X Push the hose connector (19) over the end of the blower
connector (7) and make sure that it is a good fit.
X To disconnect the hose pull the hose connector (19)
from the blower connector (7).
Storing the appliance
Warning! When storing the appliance, switch the appliance
off and unplug it.
X Place the appliance in an upright position.
X Store the appliance in a dry location. The appliance can
be carried by the handle (6).
Maintenance
Your Black & Decker appliance has been designed to
operate over a long period of time with a minimum of
maintenance. Continuous satisfactory operation depends
upon proper tool care and regular cleaning.
Warning! Before performing any maintenance or cleaning
on the appliance, unplug the appliance.
X From time to time wipe the appliance with a damp cloth.
Do not use any abrasive or solvent-based cleaner. Do
not immerse the appliance in water.
Replacing the paper dust bag (fig. C)
The paper dust bag (15) must be replaced regularly.
X Remove the lid (12) as previously described.
X Carefully pull the cardboard flange (16) of the paper
dust bag (15) from the hose inlet (17).
X Dispose of the paper dust bag (15) in normal household
waste.
X Wipe the inside of the container with a damp cloth. Do
not use any abrasive or solvent-based cleaner.
X Fit a replacement dust bag as previously described.
Cleaning the motor filter (fig. I)
The motor filter (21) prevents particles and larger objects
from entering the motor housing.
The motor filter (21) is re-usable and should be cleaned
regularly.
X Remove the lid (12) as previously described.
X Carefully slide the motor filter (21) from the four locating
pins (22).
X Brush any loose dust off the filter.
X Replace the motor filter (21) onto the four locating
pins (22).
X Replace the lid (12).
Mains plug replacement (U.K. & Ireland only)
If a new mains plug needs to be fitted:
X Safely dispose of the old plug.
X Connect the brown lead to the live terminal in the new
plug.
X Connect the blue lead to the neutral terminal.
Warning! No connection is to be made to the earth terminal.
Follow the fitting instructions supplied with good quality
plugs. Recommended fuse: 13A.
Protecting the environment
Should you find one day that your Black & Decker product
needs replacement, or if it is of no further use to you, do not
dispose of it with household waste. Make this product
available for separate collection.
Separate collection of used products and packaging
allows materials to be recycled and used again. Re-
use of recycled materials helps prevent
environmental pollution and reduces the demand
for raw materials.
Local regulations may provide for separate collection of
electrical products from the household, at municipal waste
sites or by the retailer when you purchase a new product.
Black & Decker provides a facility for the collection and
recycling of Black & Decker products once they have
reached the end of their working life. To take advantage of
this service please return your product to any authorised
repair agent who will collect them on our behalf.
You can check the location of your nearest authorised repair
agent by contacting your local Black & Decker office at the
address indicated in this manual. Alternatively, a list of
authorised Black & Decker repair agents and full details of
our after-sales service and contacts are available on the
Internet at: www.2helpU.com.
Separate collection. This product must not be
disposed of with normal household waste.
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Technical data
EC declaration of conformity
BV1400 H1
Black & Decker declares that these products conform to:
2006/95/EC, EN 60335
Level of sound pressure, measured
according to EN 60704-1: = 67 dB(A)
The undersigned is responsible for compilation of the
technical file and makes this declaration on behalf of
Black & Decker
Kevin Hewitt
Director of Consumer Engineering
Spennymoor, County Durham, DL16 6JG,
United Kingdom
08-04-2009
Guarantee
Black & Decker is confident of the quality of its products and
offers an outstanding guarantee. This guarantee statement
is in addition to and in no way prejudices your statutory
rights. The guarantee is valid within the territories of the
Member States of the European Union and the European
Free Trade Area.
If a Black & Decker product becomes defective due to faulty
materials, workmanship or lack of conformity, within 24
months from the date of purchase, Black & Decker
guarantees to replace defective parts, repair products
subjected to fair wear and tear or replace such products to
make sure of the minimum inconvenience to the customer
unless:
X The product has been used for trade, professional or
hire purposes.
X The product has been subjected to misuse or neglect.
X The product has sustained damage through foreign
objects, substances or accidents.
X Repairs have been attempted by persons other than
authorised repair agents or Black & Decker service
staff.
To claim on the guarantee, you will need to submit proof of
purchase to the seller or an authorised repair agent. You can
check the location of your nearest authorised repair agent by
contacting your local Black & Decker office at the address
indicated in this manual. Alternatively, a list of authorised
Black & Decker repair agents and full details of our after-
sales service and contacts are available on the Internet at:
www.2helpU.com
Please visit our website www.blackanddecker.co.uk to
register your new Black & Decker product and to be kept up
to date on new products and special offers. Further
information on the Black & Decker brand and our range of
products is available at www.blackanddecker.co.uk.
BV1400
Voltage Vac 230
Power input W 1400
Cable length m 5
Container size l 20
dust bag capacity l 12
Weight kg 3.5
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Black & Decker BV1400 User manual

Category
Portable vacuum cleaners
Type
User manual

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