BDWD15 - Handheld vacuum BLACK & DECKER - Free user manual and instructions

USER MANUAL BDWD15 BLACK & DECKER

State of charge indicator

Dust bowl release button

WARNING! Read all safety warnings and all instructions. Failure to follow the warnings and instructions may result in electric shock, fire and/ or seriousinjury.

WARNING: To reduce the risk of injury,

read the instructionmanual. English (original instructions)English

This instruction manual uses the following safety alert symbols and words to alert you to hazardous situations and your risk of personal injury or propertydamage.

DANGER: Indicates an imminently

hazardous situation which, if not avoided, will result in death or seriousinjury.

WARNING: Indicates a potentially

hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could result in death or seriousinjury.

CAUTION: Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, may result in minor or moderateinjury.

NOTICE: Indicates a practice not related to personal injury which, if not avoided, may result in propertydamage.(Used without word) Indicates a safety relatedmessage.temperatures outside of the specified range may damage the battery and increase risk offire.

WARNING: To reduce the risk of fire,

electrical shock or injury:• Shock Hazard. To protect against risk of electrical shock, do not put charging base in water or otherliquid.• Do not allow to be used as a toy. Close attention is necessary when used by or nearchildren.• Use only as described in this manual. Use only manufacturer’s recommendedattachments.• 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 servicecenter.• 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 heatedsurfaces.• Do not unplug by pulling on cord. To unplug, grasp the plug, not thecord. • Do not handle charger, including charger plug, and charger terminals with wethands.• 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 airflow.• Keep hair, loose clothing, fingers, and all parts of body away from openings and movingparts.• Use extra care when cleaning onstairs.• Do not use to pick up flammable or combustible liquids, such as gasoline, or use in areas where they may bepresent.• Do not pick up anything that is burning or smoking, such as cigarettes, matches, or hotashes.• Do not use without dust bag and/or filters inplace.• Do not charge the unitoutdoors.• Use only the charger supplied by the manufacturer torecharge.• Do not incinerate the appliance even if it is severely damaged. The batteries can explode in afire.• This appliance is intended for household use only and not for commercial or industrialuse.• 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 hotsurfaces.• Plug the charger directly into an electricaloutlet.• Use the charger only in a standard electrical outlet (120V/60Hz).• Unplug the charger from outlet before any routine cleaning ormaintenance.• Do not look into the air vents when the unit is switched on, as sometimes 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 bedisturbed.• This product includes rechargeable li-ion batteries. Do not incinerate batteries as they will explode at high temperatures. IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS When using an electrical appliance, basic precautions should always be followed, including the following: READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING THISAPPLIANCE.

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 basedpaint.

WARNING: Do not attempt to modify or

repair theappliance.

Do not charge the battery at ambient temperatures below 39°F (4°C) or above 104°F (40°C). Follow all charging instructions and do not charge the appliance outside of the temperature range specified in the instructions. Charging improperly or at Intended Use Your BLACK+DECKER vacuum has been designed for vacuuming everyday dry messes. This appliance is intended for household useonly.ENGLISH

The RBRC® Seal Please take your spent battery packs to an authorized BLACK+DECKER service center or to your local retailer for recycling. In some areas, it is illegal to place spent battery packs in the trash. You may also contact your local recycling center for information on where to drop off the spent battery pack. Do not place in curbside recycling. For more information visit www.call2recycle.org or call the toll‑free number in the RBRC®Seal. RBRC® is a registered trademark of Call 2Recycle,Inc. The label on your tool may include the following symbols. The symbols and their definitions are asfollows:V ......................... voltsHz .......................hertzmin ..................... minutes or DC ......direct current ...................... Class I Construction (grounded)…/min ..............per minuteBPM .................... beats per minuteIPM ..................... impacts per minuteOPM .................... oscillations per minuteRPM .................... revolutions per minutesfpm ................... surface feet per minuteSPM .................... strokes per minuteA ......................... amperesW ........................wattsWh ......................watt hoursAh ....................... amp hours or AC ........... alternating current or AC/DC .... alternating or direct current ...................... Class II Construction (double insulated)

.......................no load speedn .........................rated speedPSI....................... pounds per square inch ......................earthing terminal .....................safety alert symbol ..................... visible radiation– do not stare into the light ..................... wear respiratory protection ..................... wear eye protection ..................... wear hearing protection ..................... read all documentation ..................... do not expose to rain Additional Safety Warnings a ) Prevent unintentional starting. Ensure the switch is in the off‑position before picking up or carrying the appliance. Carrying the appliance with your finger on the switch or energizing an appliance that has the switch on, invitesaccidents.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 batterypack.c ) Use appliance only with specifically designed battery packs. Use of any other battery packs may create a risk of injury andfire.d ) When battery pack is not in use, keep it away from other metal objects, like paper clips, coins, keys, nails, screws or other small metal objects, that can make a connection from one terminal to another. Shorting the battery terminals together may cause burns or afire.e ) 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 orburns.f ) 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 ofinjury.g ) Do not expose a battery pack or appliance to fire or excessive temperature. Exposure to fire or temperature above 266°F (130°C) may causeexplosion.h ) Follow all charging instructions and do not charge the battery pack or appliance outside of the temperature range specified in the instructions. Charging improperly or at temperatures outside of the specified range may damage the battery and increase the risk of fire. i ) Have servicing performed by a qualified repair person using only identical replacement parts. This will ensure that the safety of the product ismaintained.j ) Do not modify or attempt to repair the appliance or the battery pack except as indicated in the instructions for use andcare.k ) Only for use with these chargers: HHVK320J: S010QU1400040/SSC‑140040US HHVK515J: S010QU2300040/SSC‑230040US.• Leaks from battery cells can occur under extreme conditions. If the liquid, which is a 20-35% solution of potassium hydroxide, gets on the skin (1) wash quickly with soap and water or (2) neutralize with a mild acid such as lemon juice or vinegar. If the liquid gets into the eyes, flush them immediately with clean water for a minimum of 10minutes. Seek medicalattention.

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Additional Safety Information

any part of it. Damage or personal injury couldresult.• Wear protective clothing and wash exposed areas with soap and water. Allowing dust to get into your mouth, eyes, or lay on the skin may promote absorption of harmfulchemicals. Direct particles away from face andbody.• Air vents often cover moving parts and should be avoided. Loose clothes, jewelry or long hair can be caught in movingparts. ASSEMBLY

WARNING: Do not attempt to modify or

repair theappliance. Charging the battery (Fig. B)

WARNING: For use only with the supplied

State of charge indicator This appliance includes a state of charge indicator

which consists of three white LED lights

that indicate the level of charge remaining in the battery. This feature is only activated when the vacuum is poweredon. The state of charge indicator is an indication of approximate levels of charge remaining in the battery pack according to the followingindicators: The LED battery indicator displays the remaining charge and warns you when the battery is low. The final LED will flash continuously when there is only 1 minute of runtime remaining. All LEDs will flash when the unit isdischarged. NOTE: The state of charge indicator is only an indication of the charge left on the battery. It does not indicate tool functionality and is subject to variation based on product components, temperature and end‑userapplication. Fig. D

, pull it out from the vacuum nozzle

until it clicks in place.

, push it into the vacuum nozzle

until it clicks in place. Dry pick up For everyday spills of dry material. - Do not fill the dust bowl

beyond the end of the filter. Optimizing the suction force In order to keep the suction force optimized, the filters must be cleared regularly during use. Emptying and cleaning the product Removing the dust bowl and filter (Fig. E, F)

WARNING: The filter is reusable and

should be cleaned regularly.

1. Hold the dust bowl over a trash can before pressing the

dust bowl release button to release the dust bowl access door as shown in Figure E.

2. While holding the dust bowl over a trash can, lightly

shake it to empty the dust bowl

out of the dust bowl

as shown in Figure F.

WARNING: Before charging, be sure to

empty all contents and dry thoroughly if needed to avoid damage to your appliance.

1. Before first use, the battery must be charged for at least

2. Make sure the appliance is switched off.

of the jack plug charger

into the charging port

4. Plug the charger into any standard 120 Volt 60 Hz

NOTE: While 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.

WARNING: Do not charge the battery

at ambient temperatures below 39°F (4°C) or above 104 °F (40°C). Charging Indicator LED

1. While charging, the white LEDs on the charger

will flash and increase in sections.

2. When charging is completed, the white LEDs will turn

off. Switching On/Off (Fig. C)

again to engage boost mode.

to turn the vacuum Off. Fig. C 1ENGLISH

WARNING: Since accessories, other

than those offered by BLACK+DECKER, have not been tested with this product, use of such accessories with this product could be hazardous. To reduce the risk of injury, only BLACK+DECKER recommended accessories should be used with thisproduct.4. Lift the filter out of the dust bowl

6. Install the filter

into the dust bowl , then install the prefilter into the dust bowl

until it clicks firmly into place.

without the filters. Optimum dust collection will only be achieved with a clean filter.Fig. E

Cleaning the dust bowl and filter

and filter can be washed in warm soapy water. The dust bowl can be wiped clean with a dry cloth.2. Make sure the filter , prefilter 12 and the dust bowl are dry before installing. Replacing the filters The filters should be replaced every 6 to 9 months and whenever worn or damaged. Replacement filters are available from your BLACK+DECKERdealer.Visit www.blackanddecker.com to locatedealers.• Remove the old filters as describedin Emptying and Cleaning the Product.• Fit the new filters as describedin Emptying and Cleaning the Product.(cat. no: HHVKF10)These fit all units. When these filters reach the end of their lifespan they must be disposed of at a local recyclingcenter. MAINTENANCE Use only mild soap and damp cloth to clean the vac. Never let any liquid get inside the vac; never immerse any part of the vac into aliquid.

WARNING: Make sure the vacuum is

completely dry before usingit.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 replacementparts. TROUBLESHOOTING If the product does not work, check the following: • The charger was correctly plugged in for recharge. (It feels slightly warm to the touch.) • The charger cord is not damaged and is correctlyattached.• The charger is plugged into a working electricaloutlet.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 vacuum 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. First, before attempting to disassemble the product, turn it on and leave it on until the motor completely stops insuring a complete discharge of the batteries. 2. Using a hex screwdriver, remove the seven screws securing the two housing halves.3. Lift the housing cover away from the assembly.4. Detach all lead connections from battery pack.5. Remove battery pack and dispose of as per recommended guidelines.ENGLISH

Two-Year Limited Warranty For warranty terms, go to https://www.blackanddecker. com/support/warranty-policy. To request a written copy of the warranty terms, contact: Customer Service at Black & Decker, 701East Joppa Road, Towson, MD 21286or call 1-800-544-6986. 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. 701E. Joppa Rd. Towson, MD 21286 BlackandDecker.com (1-800-544-6986) 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 Register Online Thank you for your purchase. Register your product nowfor:

• WARRANTY SERVICE: Registering your product will help you obtain more efficient warranty service in case there is a problem with yourproduct.

• CONFIRMATION OF OWNERSHIP: In case of an insurance loss, such as fire, flood or theft, your registration of ownership will serve as your proof ofpurchase.

• FOR YOUR SAFETY: Registering your product will allow us to contact you in the unlikely event a safety notification is required under the Federal Consumer SafetyAct.

WARNING: To assure productSAFETYand

RELIABILITY, repairs, maintenance and adjustment (including brush inspection and replacement, when applicable) should be performed by a factory service center or an authorized service center. Always use identical replacementparts. Recommended accessories for use with your product are available at extra cost from your local dealer or authorized service center. If you need assistance in locating any accessory, please contact BLACK+DECKER. Call