FV7201 - Vacuum Cleaner BLACK & DECKER - Free user manual and instructions

USER MANUAL FV7201 BLACK & DECKER

Duo FV7201K Thank you for choosing Black & Decker. We hope that you will enjoy using this product for many years. OVERVIEW (fig. A)

10. Accessory storage base

12. On-board accessory holder

CONFORMITY FV7201K Black & Decker declares that these products conform to: 98/37/EC, 89/336/EEC, 73/23/EEC, EN 55014, EN 60335, EN 61000

Duo has been designed for light dry vacuum cleaning purposes. This product is intended for household use only. WARNING SYMBOLS The following symbols are used in this manual: Denotes risk of personal injury, loss of life or damage to the product in case of non-observance of the instructions in this manual. SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS ◆ Warning! When using battery-powered appliances, basic safety precautions, including the following, should always be followed to reduce the risk of fire, leaking batteries, personal injury and material damage. ◆ Read all of this manual carefully before using the appliance. ◆ 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. ◆ Retain this manual for future reference. Using your appliance ◆ Do not use the appliance to pick up liquids. ◆ Do not use the appliance to pick up any materials that could catch fire. ◆ Do not use the appliance near water. Do not immerse the appliance in water. ◆ Keep the motor draught away from your eyes and face. ◆ Keep children and animals at a safe distance when using this appliance. ◆ Never pull the charger lead to disconnect the charger from7 ENGLISH the socket. Keep the charger lead away from heat, oil and sharp edges. After use ◆ Unplug the charger before cleaning the charger or the charging base. ◆ When not in use, the appliance should be stored in a dry place. Children should not have access to stored appliances. Inspection and repairs ◆ 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. ◆ Do not use the appliance if any part is damaged or defective. ◆ Have any damaged or defective parts repaired or replaced by an authorised repair agent. ◆ Regularly check the charger lead for damage. Replace the charger if the lead is damaged or defective. ◆ Never attempt to remove or replace any parts other than those specified in this manual. Battery ◆ Never attempt to open the battery for any reason. ◆ Do not expose the battery to water. ◆ Do not incinerate the battery. ◆ When disposing of batteries, follow the instructions given in the section “Protecting the Environment”. Charger ◆ Do not expose the charger to water. ◆ Do not open the charger. ELECTRICAL SAFETY Your charger has been designed for a specific mains voltage. Always check that the mains voltage corresponds to the voltage on the rating plate. Your charger is double insulated in accordance with EN 60335; therefore no earth wire is required. Never attempt to replace the charger unit with a regular mains plug. INSTALLATION Fitting the charging base to the wall (fig. B) The charging base and the accessory storage base can be fitted to the wall to provide a convenient storage and charging point for the appliance. ◆ Find a suitable indoor location near a mains outlet. ◆ Place the charging base over the accessory storage base as shown, so that both sets of holes line up. ◆ Position the assembled charging / accessory storage base as shown and mark the location of the mounting holes (13) on the wall. ◆ Drill a hole (ø 6 mm, approx. 35 mm deep) at each of the marked locations. ◆ Insert the wall plugs provided into the holes. ◆ Fit the assembled charging / accessory storage base to the wall using the screws provided. Guide the charger lead through any of the 3 slots (14). Excess lead can be stored at the rear of the charging base.8 ENGLISH ASSEMBLY Fitting the tubes and the floor head (fig. C) ◆ Fit the connector (4) on to the nose of the appliance. ◆ Fit the upper (5) and lower (6) tubes together and attach the floor head (7) to one end of the tube. ◆ Attach the other end of the tube to the connector on the nose of the appliance. ◆ Alternatively, to use as a hand-held cleaner with brush on stairs and furniture, attach the floor head directly on to the connector.

Before first use, the battery must be charged for at least 16 hours. ◆ Before charging, preferably discharge the battery by operating the appliance until the motor stops. ◆ Charge the battery as described below. USE Charging the battery (fig. D) ◆ Make sure that the appliance is switched off. The battery will not be charged with the on/off switch in the on position. ◆ Place the appliance on the charging base as shown. ◆ Plug in the charger (11). Switch on at the mains. ◆ Leave the appliance to charge for at least 16 hours. Whilst charging, the charger may become warm. This is normal and does not indicate a problem. The appliance can be left connected to the charger indefinitely. When the battery is fully charged, the power consumption of the charger is negligible. Important! Place the appliance on the charging base whenever it is not in use. After fully charging the battery, the average effective usage time is approx. 7 to 10 minutes (depending on the type of use). It may take several charging cycles before the battery attains full capacity. Do not charge the battery at ambient temperatures below 4 °C or above 40 °C. Operating the appliance (fig. E) ◆ To switch on, slide the on/off switch (1) forward. ◆ To switch off, slide the on/off switch back. Activating the brush (fig. F) Use the switches (8) on the floor head (7) to lower or raise the bristles on the brush. ◆ Lower the bristles for cleaning carpets or rugs. ◆ Raise the bristles for cleaning hard floors, such as wood, tile or marble. Accessories (fig. G) This appliance is supplied with the following accessories: ◆ A hard brush (15) for furniture and stairs. ◆ A crevice tool (16) for confined spaces. These are for use with the hand- held cleaner only. To fit an accessory, proceed as follows (fig. H): ◆ Take the accessories from the appliance. ◆ Insert the appropriate accessory into the front of the appliance. TROUBLESHOOTING If the product does not work, follow the instructions below.9 ENGLISH If this does not solve the problem, please contact your local Black & Decker repair agent. ◆ Make sure the battery is fully charged. ◆ If the battery cannot be charged, check if the charger is plugged in correctly and the mains is working. Make sure the on/off switch is in the off position.

CLEANING AND MAINTENANCE

Regularly clean the filters. Cleaning the dust bowl and filters (fig. I - M) The filters are re-usable and should be cleaned regularly. ◆ Press the release button (2) and remove the dust bowl (3) (fig. I). ◆ Remove any dust from the dust bowl (fig. J). ◆ Brush any loose dust off the filters. ◆ Twist the filters (17 & 18) clockwise to release and take them off the appliance (fig. K). ◆ Wash the filters in warm, soapy water and wash the bowl if necessary (fig. L). ◆ Make sure the dust bowl and filters are completely dry. ◆ Refit the filters, locking them into place by twisting counterclockwise. ◆ Refit the dust bowl onto the appliance. Make sure the dust bowl clicks into place. Important! Optimum dust collection will only be achieved with clean filters and an empty dust bowl. If dust begins to fall back out of the appliance after switching it off, this indicates that the dust bowl is full and must be emptied. ◆ Never use the appliance without the filters. ◆ Do not immerse the appliance in water (fig. M). Replacing the filters (fig. I & K) The filters should be replaced every 6 to 9 months and whenever worn or damaged. Replacement filters are available from your Black & Decker dealer (cat. no. VF20). ◆ Press the release button (2) and remove the dust bowl (3) (fig. I). ◆ Twist the filters (17 & 18) clockwise to release and take them off the appliance (fig. K). ◆ Take the new filters and place the soft filter into the hard filter. ◆ Fit the filters, locking them into place by twisting counterclockwise. ◆ Refit the dust bowl onto the appliance. Make sure the dust bowl clicks into place. PROTECTING THE ENVIRONMENT Tools Black & Decker provides a facility for recycling Black & Decker products once they have reached the end of their working life. This service is provided free of charge. 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.10 ENGLISH 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. Battery (fig. N & O)

If you want to dispose of the product yourself, the battery must be removed as described below and disposed of in accordance with local regulations. Do not short-circuit the battery terminals. ◆ Preferably discharge the battery by operating the appliance until the motor stops. ◆ Remove the hand held vacuum cleaner from the extension tubes and the floor head. The battery is located under the back end of the appliance. ◆ Push the slider (19) towards the nose of the appliance (A) (fig. N). ◆ Remove the bottom part of the appliance (B). ◆ Strike the appliance firmly on a suitable surface until the battery (20) is released (fig. O). ◆ Place the battery in suitable packaging to ensure that the terminals cannot be short- circuited. ◆ Take the battery to your service agent or a local recycling station. Collected batteries will be recycled or disposed of properly. Once removed, the battery cannot be refitted. 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 ensure minimum inconvenience to the customer unless: ◆ The product has been used for trade, professional or hire purposes; ◆ The product has been subjected to misuse or neglect; ◆ The product has sustained damage through foreign objects, substances or accidents; ◆ 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.11 DEUTSCH Dustbuster

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