Black and Decker HLWVA325J Instruction Manual

INSTRUCTION MANUAL
MODE D’EMPLOI
MANUAL DE INSTRUCCIONES

CORDLESS WET/DRY HAND VAC

MINI ASPIRATEUR EAU/POUSSIÈRE SANS FIL
ASPIRADORA DE MANO INALÁMBRICA PARA
HÚMEDO/SECO

HLWVA325J

Please read before returning this product for any reason.
àLIRE avant de retourner ce produit pour quelque raison que

ce soit.
LEA EL MANUAL antes de devolver este producto por

cualquier motivo.

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English (original instructions) 1

Français (traduction de la notice d’instructions originale) 6

Español (traducido de las instrucciones originales) 12

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DEFINITIONS: SAFETY ALERT SYMBOLS AND WORDS

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

DANGER: Indicates an imminently hazardous situation which, if not avoided, will result in death

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or seriousinjury.

WARNING: Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could result in

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death or seriousinjury.

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

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or moderateinjury.

(Used without word) Indicates a safety related message.

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NOTICE: Indicates a practice not related to personal injury which, if not avoided, may result in

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propertydamage.

Fig. A

HLWVA325J

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On/off switch

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Dust bowl release button

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Charging socket

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Dust bowl

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Squeegee

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Wet/Dry deflector

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Wet/Dry Foam Insert

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Wall mount bracket

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Charger

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Jack plug

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WARNING! Read all safety warnings

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

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WARNING: To reduce the risk of injury,

read the instructionmanual.

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IMPORTANT SAFETY
INSTRUCTIONS

When using an electrical appliances, basic precautions should
always be followed, including the following:

READ ALL

INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE

USING THIS APPLIANCE.

WARNING: Read all safety warnings and

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

WARNING: Some household dust

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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,

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electrical shock or injury:

• Shock Hazard. To protect against risk of electrical shock,
do not put charging base in water or otherliquid.

• 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.

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• 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.

• 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 be
disturbed.

• 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 10 minutes. Seek medical attention.

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 appliance that
have the switch on invites accidents.

b ) Recharge only with the charger specified by the

manufacturer.

of battery pack may create a risk of fire when used
with another battery pack.

c ) Do not use a battery pack or appliance that

is damaged or modified.

batteries may exhibit unpredictable behavior resulting
in fire, explosion or risk of injury.

d ) 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.

e ) Have servicing performed by a qualified repair

person using only identical replacement parts.
This will ensure that the safety of the product is
maintained.

Only for use with S003AQU1500015, SSC-150015US chargers.

A charger that is suitable for one type

Damaged or modified

SAVE THESE

INSTRUCTIONS

SYMBOLS

The label on your tool may include the following symbols. The
symbols and their definitions are as follows:

V ..............................volts

A ..............................amperes

Hz............................hertz

W.............................watts

min ......................... minutes

or AC .............alternating current

or DC .... direct current

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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 minute

Wh .......................... Watt Hours

ASSEMBLY

WARNING: Do not attempt to modify or

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repair the appliance

Wall Mount

The product can be wall mounted, if desired, using the wall
mount bracket, screws and anchors supplied. To wall mount
the vac, refer to Figures =B, C, D and E.

• Figure B - Mark the location of the screw holes (within

reach of an electrical outlet for chargeing the vac while it
is on the wall bracket).

• Figure C - Insert the charger cord into the curved slot in

the wall mount bracket
inches (203mm - 227mm) excess as shown.

Fig. B

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leaving approximately 8–9

Fig. C

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Fig. E

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Charging the battery

WARNING: For use only with the supplied

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charger.

From new, the rechargeable cells of the product need a
minimum charge time of 16 hours to ensure full power.

• The switch must be in the off (“O”) position, the product
will not charge if it is in any other position.

• Figure F - Plug the jack plug
charging socket of the tool. Plug the charger into any
standard 120 Volt 60 Hz electrical outlet.

Fig. F

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of the charger into the

• Figure D - Hang the vac on the wall by placing the

opening on the base of the vac over the hooks in the
wall mount bracket as shown in Figure C.

Fig. D

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• Figure E - Insert the jack plug

socket.

nto the charging

• 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

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

USE

Wet And Dry Pick-Up

For everyday spills of dry material, use your appliance without
the squeegee accessory.

CAUTION: Your product is designed for

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light spills only.

• This vacuum can also be used to pick up everyday liquid
spills. Use the squeegee accessory on non-absorbent,
hard surfaces. On absorbent surfaces, such as carpet, your
appliance will pick up wet spills better without the accessory.

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• For best performance on hard surface wet pickups, insert
squeegee into the bowl nozzle opening.

• For best results when using this accessory, hold the
appliance at an angle of 45° and pull it slowly towards you.

• Do not fill the bowl beyond the end of the intake chute.
If there is any liquid in the bowl, do not turn the unit
upside down, sideways, point the nozzle upward, or
shake the vac excessively.

• After picking up liquid substances clean the vac and
filter immediately. Mold and mildew may form if the
unit is not properly cleaned after wet pickups.

• If charging in a vertical position, be sure to empty all
liquid contents to avoid damage to your appliance.

Switching on and off (Fig. G)

• Figure F - To start, slide the On/Off switch
(i.e. “O”= Off, “I” = On).

• To stop, slide the switch back.

• Return the product to the charger immediately after use
so that it will be ready and fully charged for the next
use. Ensure that the product is fully engaged with the
charger plug.

Fig. G

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forward

Fig. H

• Remove the deflector

• Figure I -Remove foam filter

deflector

Fig. I

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from within the bowl.

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from within the

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Cleaning and emptying the product

(Fig. H - K)

WARNING: Projectile/Respiratory Hazard:

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Never use the vac without its filter.

NOTE: The filter is re-usable, do not confuse it with a
disposable dust bag, and do not throw it away when the
product is emptied. We recommend that you replace the
filter every 6–9 months depending on frequency of use.

There are two methods of cleaning the bowl, a quick empty
method and a thorough clean method.

• Figure H - Press the dust bowl release button
handle and remove the dust bowl.

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on the

• Figure J - Empty the debris from the bowl

• Shake or lightly brush any loose dust off the deflector
and filter.

Fig. J

• Figure K -The dust bowl, deflector and foam filter can
be washed in warm soapy water. Allow to dry before
placing back into the vac.

Fig. K

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• Place dry foam filter back into deflector and then place
deflector assembly into the dust bowl, pressing firmly to
ensure a secure fit.

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• To replace dust bowl, place it back onto the unit until it
“clicks” firmly into position.

IMPORTANT: Maximum dust collection will only be
obtained with a clean filter and an empty dust bowl. If dust
or debris begins to fall back out of the product after it is
switched off, this indicates that the bowl is full and requires
emptying.

• Wash the filters regularly using warm, soapy water and
ensure that it is completely dry before using again. The
cleaner the filter is, the better the product will perform.

• It is very important that the filter is correctly in position
before use.

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+DECKER dealer.

Visit www.blackanddecker.com to locate dealers.

• Remove the old filters as described above.

• Fit the new filters as described above.

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 a liquid.

WARNING: Make sure the vacuum is

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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.

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 correctly
attached.

• The charger is plugged into a working electrical outlet.

• The switch is in the “OFF” position when charging.

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.

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SERVICE INFORMATION

All

BLACK+DECKER
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
service location, call: 1-800-544-6986 or visit

www.blackanddecker.com

Service Centers are staffed with trained

location nearest you. To find your local

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 hereby disclaimed.

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
such information.

ACCESSORIES

Recommended accessories for use with your appliance are
available from your local dealer or authorized service center.
If you need assistance regarding accessories, please call:

1-800-544-6986.

WARNING: The use of any accessory not
recommended for use with this appliance could be

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hazardous.

Imported by Black & Decker (U.S.) Inc.,

701 E. Joppa Rd.

Towson, MD 21286

BlackandDecker.com

1-800-544-6986

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Définitions: symboles et termes d'alarmes sécurité

Ces guides d'utilisation utilisent les symboles et termes d'alarmes sécurité suivants pour vous prévenir de situations
dangereuses et de risques de dommages corporels ou matériels.

DANGER : indique une situation dangereuse imminente qui, si elle n’est pas évitée, entraînera la mort ou

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des blessuresgraves.

AVERTISSEMENT : indique une situation potentiellement dangereuse qui, si elle n’est pas évitée,

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pourrait entraîner la mort ou des blessuresgraves.

ATTENTION : indique une situation potentiellement dangereuse qui, si elle n’est pas évitée, pourrait

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entraîner des blessures légères oumodérées.

(Si utilisé sans aucun terme) Indique un message propre à la sécurité.

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AVIS : indique une pratique ne posant aucun risque de dommages corporels mais qui par contre, si rien n’est

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fait pour l’éviter, pourrait poser des risques de dommages matériels.

Fig. A

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Interrupteur marche/arrêt

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Bouton de libération du réservoir à poussière

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Prise de chargement

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Réservoir à poussière

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Raclette

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Déflecteur sec/humide

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Garniture en mousse sec/humide

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Dispositif de fixation murale

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Chargeur

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Connecteur mâle

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AVERTISSEMENT! lire tous

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les avertissements de sécurité et toutes les
directives. Le non-respect des avertissements et des

directives pourrait se solder par un choc électrique, un
incendie et/ou une blessuregrave.

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AVERTISSEMENT : afin de

réduire le risque de blessures, lire le mode d’emploi
del’outil.