HFVAB320JC26 - Handheld vacuum BLACK & DECKER - Free user manual and instructions

USER MANUAL HFVAB320JC26 BLACK & DECKER

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PRODUCT FOR ANY REASON. If you have a question or experience a problem with your Black+Decker purchase, go to http://www.blackanddecker.com/instantanswers If you can’t find the answer or do not have access to the Internet, call 1-800-544-6986 from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. EST Mon. - Fri. to speak with an agent. Please have the catalog number available when you call.SAVE THIS MANUAL FOR FUTURE REFERENCE.VEA EL ESPANOL EN LA CONTRAPORTADA.INSTRUCTIVO DE OPERACIÓN, CENTROS DE SERVICIO Y PÓLIZA DE GARANTÍA. ADVERTENCIA: LÉASE ESTE INSTRUCTIVO ANTES DE USAR EL PRODUCTO.CATALOG NUMBERS HFVAB320JC2 SAFETY GUIDELINES - DEFINITIONS It is important for you to read and understand this manual. The information it contains relates to protecting YOUR SAFETY and PREVENTING PROBLEMS. The symbols below are used to help you recognize this information.

DANGER: Indicates an imminently hazardous situation which, if not

avoided, will result in death or serious injury.

WARNING: Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not

avoided, could result in death or serious injury. CAUTION: Indicates a potentially haz ard ous situation which, if not avoided, may result in minor or mod er ate injury. NOTICE: Used without the safety alert symbol indicates potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, may result in property damage. IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS When using an electrical appliances, basic precautions should always be followed, including the following:

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WARNING: Read all safety

warnings and all instructions. Failure to follow the warnings and instructions listed below may result in electric shock, fire and/or serious injury.

WARNING: This product contain

chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm. WASH HANDS AFTER HANDLING.

WARNING: Some household dust

contains chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer, birth defects or other reproductive harm such as asbestos and lead in lead based paint.

WARNING: To reduce the risk of

fire, electrical shock or injury:• WARNING: To reduce the risk of electric shock – Do not use outdoors or on wet surfaces.• Do not allow to be used as a toy. Close attention is necessary when used by or near children.• Use only as described in this manual. Use only manufacturer’s recommended attachments. Do not use with damaged cord or plug. If appliance is not working as it should, has been dropped, damaged, left outdoors, or dropped into water, return it to a service center.• Do not pull or carry by cord, use cord as a handle, close a door on cord, or pull cord around sharp edges or corners. Do not run appliance over cord. Keep cord away from heated surfaces.• Do not unplug by pulling on cord. To unplug, grasp the plug, not the cord. Do not handle charger, including charger plug, and charger terminals with wet hands.• Do not put any object into openings. Do not use with any opening blocked; keep free of dust,lint, hair, and anything that may reduce air flow.• Keep hair, loose clothing, fingers, and all parts of body away from openings and moving parts.• Use extra care when cleaning on stairs.• Do not use to pick up flammable or combustible liquids, such as gasoline, or use in areas where they may be present.• Do not pick up anything that is burning or smoking, such as cigarettes, matches, or hot ashes.• Do not use without dust bag and/or filters in place.• Do not charge the unit outdoors.• Use only the charger supplied by the manufacturer to recharge.• Do not incinerate the appliance even if it is severely damaged. The batteries can explode in a fire.• This appliance is intended for household use only and not for commercial or industrial use.• Shock Hazard. To protect against risk of electrical shock, do not put unit or charging base in water or other liquid. Do not allow the cord to hang over the edge of a table or counter or touch hot surfaces. The unit should be placed or mounted away from sinks and hot surfaces.• Plug the charger directly into an electrical outlet.• Use the charger only in a standard electrical outlet (120V/60Hz).• Unplug the charger from outlet before any routine cleaning or maintenance.• This product includes rechargeable lithium-ion batteries. Do not incinerate batteries as they will explode at high temperatures.• Do not look into the air vents when the unit is switched on, as sometimes3 there is a possibility of small debris being discharged from the air vents, especially after cleaning / replacement of the filters as debris inside the unit can be disturbed. ADDITIONAL SAFETY WARNINGS a) Prevent unintentional starting. Ensure the switch is in the off-position before connecting to battery pack, picking up or carrying the appliance. Carrying the appliance with your finger on the switch or energizing appliance that have the switch on invites accidents.b) Recharge only with the charger specified by the manufacturer. A charger that is suitable for one type of battery pack may create a risk of fire when used with another battery pack.c) Under abusive conditions, liquid may be ejected from the battery; avoid contact. If contact accidentally occurs, flush with water. If liquid contacts eyes, additionally seek medical help. Liquid ejected from the battery may cause irritation or burns.d) Do not use a battery pack or appliance that is damaged or modified. Damaged or modified batteries may exhibit unpredictable behavior resulting in fire, explosion or risk of injury.e) Do not expose a battery pack or appliance to fire or excessive temperature. Exposure to fire or temperature above 266°F (130°C) may cause explosion. f) H ave servicing performed by a qualified repair person using only identical replacement parts. This will ensure that the safety of the product is maintained.

WARNING: Do not attempt to

modify or repair the appliance

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• The label on your tool may include the following symbols. The symbols and their definitions are as follows:V ..................volts A ..................amperesHz ................hertz W .................wattsmin ..............minutes or AC ...... alternating currentor DC ..direct current o ................no load speed ................Class I Construction (grounded) ................earthing terminal ...............safety alert symbol ................Class II Construction (double insulated) .../min or rpm...revolutions or reciprocation per minuteWh...............watt hours FUCTIONAL DESCRIPTION 1. On/off power switch 2. Removable handle 3. Locking ring4. Hose 5. Dust container door 6. LED charging indicator 7. Battery housing 8. Door latch 9. Bowl release button10. Removable bowl 11. Accessory clip 12. 2-in-1 nozzle accessory 13. Crevice tool 14. Pet hair tool 15. Charger 16. Charging port17. Extendable flexible crevice tool

Charging the battery

only with the supplied charger.From new, the rechargeable cells of the product need a minimum charge time of 13 hours to ensure full power. • Plug the jack plug of the charger into the charging port (16) of the tool as shown in Figure A. Plug the charger into any standard 120 Volt 60 Hz electrical outlet. The charging indicator will be lit.4

While charging, the charger may get warm, this is perfectly normal and safe. It is safe to leave the appliance connected to the charger indefinitely. The charger automatically reduces power consumption when charging is complete.

WARNING: Do not charge

the battery at ambient temperatures below 39°F (4°C) or above 104°F (40°C). ASSEMBLY MOUNTING ACCESSORIES (FIGURES B - D) The 2-in-1 nozzle / brush tool (12) has a brush that can be folded forward for dusting and upholstery cleaning.

The pet hair cleaning tool (14) is for use when vacuuming pet hair and/or ground-in debris from carpeted or upholstery surfaces.

WARNING: Injury to pets.

Do not use pet hair cleaning tool directly on animals. The crevice tool (13) allows for vacuuming in narrow and hard to-reach places.

• To attach an accessory, press the accessory clip (11) and slide the accessory onto the handle (2).

• To remove an accessory, press the accessory clip (11) and remove the accessory.

To unwrap and extend the handle and hose: The handle and hose can be unwrapped from the main appliance for extended reach when cleaning. Grab the handle and lift upwards. Unwrap the handle and hose from the main appliance. The hose can extend up to approximately 4 feet (1.21m). To place the handle and hose back onto the main appliance, wrap the hose back underneath and around the vac making sure that the hose fits between the two “feet” of the appliance. Align the handle with its cradle and click back into place. The handle (2) can be removed from the hose allowing the accessories to be connected directly to the hose cuff (17) when desired. To remove the handle:

• Unclip the handle (2) from the appliance.

• Rotate the locking ring (3) counterclockwise to release the clips.

• Pull the hose away from the handle.

• Fit the accessory directly to the hose cuff (17). To refit the handle:

• Remove the accessory from the hose.

• Push the hose into the handle (2). Rotate locking ring (3) clockwise until it clicks into place.

OPERATION SWITCHING ON AND OFF (FIGURE E)

• To switch the appliance on, slide the on/ off switch (1) to the right until it clicks into the on position.

• To switch the appliance off, slide the on/5 off switch to the left until it clicks into the off position.

• When operating the appliance, make sure the hose is not trapped, twisted or blocked. Two hose positions while vacuuming:

1. You can vacuum with the handle (2)

and hose (4) wrapped around the main appliance. Cleaning in this mode is great for quick pick-ups because the vac is in it’s most compact form.

2. You can vacuum with the handle (2) and

hose (4) unwrapped from the main appliance allowing you to reach up to approximately 4 feet (1.2 m) from the appliance.

With handle and hose unwrapped the appliance can be carried using the built- in handle on the main appliance.

• The handle can also be removed from the hose so that you can connect an accessory directly to the hose cuff (17) when desired.

HINTS FOR OPTIMUM USE

• When vacuuming stairs, always start at the bottom and work your way up.

Use the pet hair cleaning tool to agitate and suction up pet hair and ground-in debris from carpeted or upholstery surfaces.

• In order to keep the suction force optimized, the filters must be cleared regularly during use.

CLEANING AND MAINTENANCE

WARNING: Do not, under

any circumstances, immerse the appliance in water. A damp cloth and soapy water should be used to clean the exterior of the appliance. Always make sure the appliance is completely dry before reuse or storage.

EMPTYING THE DUST CONTAINER

(FIGURE F) The dust container must be emptied regularly, preferably after every use.

• Pull the door latch (8) and open the dust container door (5).

• Tilt appliance to empty dirt.

• Tap the back end of appliance if debris does not fall out easily or remove filters for better access.

CLEANING FILTERS (FIGURES G - I) Both the plastic pre-filter (18) and the pleated filter (19) are re-usable and should be cleaned regularly.

• Unwrap the hose (4) and handle (2) from the main part of the appliance.

• Pull the door latch (8) and open the dust container door (5) and empty contents into a waste basket.

• Push and hold the release button on the opposite side of the handle from the dust container door (5).

• Rotate the handle toward the back of the appliance as shown in figure G

• Pull the dust container to the side, away from the base of the appliance.

• Remove the pleated filter from the pre-filter by pulling firmly as shown in figure H

Tap the filters vigorously to remove loose dust.

• If necessary, wash the filters (18, 19) in warm, soapy water as shown in figure I

• Make sure that the filter is dry before refitting it to the appliance.

• Refit the pleated filter into the plastic pre-filter.6

• Slide the container back onto the base and rotate the handle toward the front of the appliance until an audible click is heard. Ensure that the container is fully fastened back onto the base.

• Close the container door and make sure it clicks into place.

• Unwrap the hose (4) and handle (2) from the main part of the appliance.

• Push and hold the release button on the opposite side of the handle from the dust container door (5).

• Rotate the handle toward the back of the appliance as shown in figure J

• Pull the dust container to the side, away from the base of the appliance.

• Remove the pre-filter (18) and filter (19) from the appliance by twisting the filter to the right and pulling it from the appliance.

• Once filters are removed, wipe the removable bowl (10) and pre-filter with a damp cloth, or rinse with warm soapy water and allow to dry as shown in figure K.

• Slide the container back onto the base and rotate the handle toward the front of the appliance until an audible click is heard. Ensure that the container is fully fastened back onto the base. TROUBLESHOOTING If the product does not work, check the following:

• The charger was correctly plugged in for recharge.

• The charger cord is not damaged and is correctly attached to the charging base.

• The charger is plugged into a working electrical outlet.

• The appliance was switched to the “off” position to charge. The battery will not be charged with the switch in the “on” position.

• One of the filters may be clogged. Pull the door latch and open the dust container door. Remove the pre-filter and the pleated filter. Brush any loose dust off the filters and wash them in warm, soapy water. Make sure the filters are dry before placing back in the vacuum. For assistance with your product, visit our website www.blackanddecker.com for the location of the service center nearest you or call the BLACK+DECKER help line at 1-800-544-6986.

BATTERY REMOVAL AND DISPOSAL

This product uses Lithium Ion rechargeable and recyclable batteries. When the batteries no longer hold a charge, they should be removed from the Vac and recycled. They must not be incinerated or composted. The batteries can be taken for disposal to a BLACK+DECKER, Company- Owned or Authorized Service Center. Some local retailers are also participating in a national recycling program (see “RBRC™ Seal”). Call your local retailer for details. If you bring the batteries to a BLACK+DECKER Company-Owned or Authorized Service Center, the Center will arrange to recycle old batteries. Or, contact your local municipality for proper disposal instructions in your city/town.

TO REMOVE THE BATTERY

PACK FOR DISPOSAL: 1.) Before attempting to disassemble the product, turn it on and leave it on until the motor completely stops, ensuring a complete discharge of the battery. 2.) Remove the removable bowl (10) as described in the “CLEANING THE DUST CONTAINER” section. 3.) Invert the appliance to gain access to the screws that attach the base. 4.) Remove the two screws (20) shown in (figure L) and lift off the battery housing. 5.) Detach all lead connections from the battery pack. 6.) Remove battery pack and place in suitable packaging to prevent a short circuit of the battery terminals. 7.) Recycle of batteries as per recommended guidelines.7

MAINTENANCE Use only mild soap and damp cloth to clean the vac. Never let any liquid get inside the vac; never immerse the battery/motor housing in liquid.

WARNING: Make sure the

vacuum is completely dry before using it. IMPORTANT: To assure product SAFETY and RELIABILITY, repairs, maintenance and adjustment (other than those listed in this manual) should be performed by authorized service centers or other qualified service organizations, always using identical replacement parts. The RBRC® Seal The RBRC® (Rechargeable Battery Recycling Corporation) Seal on the nickel cadmium, nickel metal hydride or lithium-ion batteries (or battery packs) indicates that the costs to recycle these batteries (or battery packs) at the end of their useful life have already been paid by BLACK+DECKER. In some areas, it is illegal to place spent nickel cadmium, nickel metal hydride or lithium-ion batteries in the trash or municipal solid waste stream and the Call2Recycle® program provides an environmentally consciousalternative.Call 2 Recycle, Inc., in cooperation with BLACK+DECKER and other battery users, has established the program in the United States and Canada to facilitate the collection of spent nickel cadmium, nickel metal hydride or lithium-ion batteries. Help protect our environment and conserve natural resources by returning the spent nickel cadmium, nickel metal hydride or lithium-ion batteries to an authorized BLACK+DECKER service center or to your local retailer for recycling. You may also contact your local recycling center for information on where to drop off the spent battery. RBRC® is a registered trademark of Call 2 Recycle,Inc. SERVICE INFORMATION All BLACK+DECKER Service Centers are staffed with trained personnel to provide customers with efficient and reliable power tool service. Whether you need technical advice, repair, or genuine factory replacement parts, contact the BLACK+DECKER location nearest you. To find your local service location, call: 1-800-544-6986 or visit www.blackanddecker.com

TWO-YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY

Black & Decker (U.S.) Inc. warranties this product to be free from defects in material or workmanship for a period of two (2) years following the date of purchase, provided that the product is used in a home environment. This limited warranty does not cover failures due to abuse, accidental damage or when repairs have been made or attempted by anyone other than BLACK+DECKER and its Authorized Service Centers. A defective product meeting the warranty conditions set forth herein will be replaced or repaired at no charge in either of two ways: The first, which will result in exchanges only, is to return the product to the retailer from whom it was purchased (provided that the store is a participating retailer).Returns should be made within the time period of the retailer’s policy for exchanges. Proof of purchase may be required. Please check with the retailer for its specific return policy regarding time limits for returns or exchanges. The second option is to take or send the product (prepaid) to a BLACK+DECKER owned or authorized Service Center for repair or replacement at BLACK+DECKER’s option. Proof of purchase may be required. BLACK+DECKER owned and authorized service centers are listed online at www.blackanddecker.com. This warranty does not apply to accessories. This warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may have other rights which vary from state to state. Should you have any questions, contact the manager of your nearest BLACK+DECKER Service Center. This product is not intended for commercial use, and accordingly, such commercial use of this product will void this warranty. All other guarantees, express or implied, are herebydisclaimed.LATIN AMERICA: This warranty does not apply to products sold in Latin America. For products sold in Latin America, check country specific warranty information contained in the packaging, call the local company or see the website for suchinformation.Imported by Black & Decker (U.S.) Inc.,701 E. Joppa Rd. Towson, MD 21286BlackandDecker.com1-800-544-69868