Black & Decker BV3100 TYPE 1 Owner’s Manual
BLOWER VAC iNSTRUCTiON MANUAL
Model Number BV3100
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SafetyGuidelines-Definitions.................................................2
GeneralSafetyWarnings&InstructionsforallTools..............2
Components.............................................................................4
BlowerModeAssembly...........................................................5
VacuumModeAssembly.........................................................5
Operation.................................................................................6
BlowerOperation.....................................................................7
VacuumOperation...................................................................7
Maintenance............................................................................8
Accessories..............................................................................8
Troubleshooting.......................................................................8
ServiceInformation..................................................................9
FullTwo-YearHomeUseWarranty.........................................9
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.
Z_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 hazardous situation which if
not avo ded, may resu t n m nor or moderate njury.
NOTICE: Used without the safety alert symbol indicates a potentially
hazardous situation which, if not avoided, may result in property damage.
zLWARNING: TO REDUCE RISK OF INJURY:
• Before any use be sure everyone using this unit reads and
understands a safety nstruct ons and other nformat on conta ned
in this manual.
• Save these instructions and review frequently prior to use and in
instructing others.
• Do not point unit discharge at self or bystanders.
• Keep long hairand loose clothing away from openings and moving parts.
ZLWARNING: When using an electric tool, basic safety
precautions should always be followed to reduce risk of fire,
electric shock, and personal injury, including the following.
ZLWARNING: Some dust created bythis product contains chemicals
known to the State of California to cause cancer, birth defects or other
reproductive harm. Some examples of these chemicals are:
• compounds in fertilizers
• compounds in insecticides, herbicides and pesticides
To reduce your exposure to these chemicals, wear approved
ZLWARNING: Read all safety warnings and all instructions.
shock; fire and/or serious injury.
• READ and follow all instructions.
. DO NOT place inletor outlet ofvacuum neareyes or earswhen operating.
THIS APPLIANCE IS PROVIDED WITH DOUBLE INSULATION, Use
onlyidenticalreplacement parts. See instructionsfor servicingof double
insulated appliances.
arsenic and chromium from chemically treated lumber
safety equipment such as dust masks that are specially designed
to filter out microscopic particles.
READ ALL AND UNDERSTAND ALL
INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING.
Failure to follow the warnings and instructions may result in electric
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STORE IDLE TOOLS. When not in use, the unit shouldbe stored in a dry,
high or locked-up place- out of reachof children.
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DON'T OVERREACH. Keep properfooting and balance at alltimes.
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DO NOT pickup anythingthat is burning or smoking, suchas cigarettes,
matches or hot ashes.
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MAINTAIN TOOL WITH CARE. Keepfan area cleanfor best and safest
performance. Follow instructionsfor proper maintenance.
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DO NOT attemptto repairthe blower/vac.To assure productsafety and
reliability,repairs,maintenance, and adjustments shouldbe performedby
Black &Decker service centers or authorizedservice stations, always using
Black &Decker replacement parts.
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DO NOT operate blower/vac in a gaseous or explosive atmosphere. Motors
in thesetools normally spark, andthe sparksmight ignitefumes.
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DO NOT use to pick upflammable or combustibleliquidssuch as gasoline
or use in areas wherethey may bepresent.
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USE EXTRA CARE when cleaning onstairs.
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DO NOT leave appliance when plugged in. Unplugfrom outletwhen not in
use and before servicing.
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DO NOT allowto beused as a toy. Closeattention isnecessary when used
byor nearchildren. Not recommendedfor useby children.
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DO NOTattempt to clearclogs from tool without first unplugging it.
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USE ONLYas described inthis manual. Use only manufacturer's
recommended attachments.
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DO NOT use with damaged cord or plug. If appliance isnot workingas it
should, hasbeen dropped, damaged, leftoutdoors, or dropped into water,
return itto a service center.
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DO NOT pullor carry by cord, usecord asa handle,or pull cord around
sharp edgesor corners. Keep cordaway from heated surfaces.
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DO NOT unplug by pulling on cord. To unplug,grasp the plug, not the cord.
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DO NOT put anyobjects intoopenings. Do not use with any opening
blocked; keepfree of dust, lint, hair and everything thatmay reduceair flow.
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KEEP hair,loose clothing,fingers, and all parts of bodyaway from
openingsand moving parts.
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TURN OFF all controls beforeunplugging.
, DO NOTvacuum water, other liquids,or wet objects. Never immerse any
partof the tool in liquid.
, DO NOT handleplug or appliancewith wet hands.
. KEEP CHILDREN, BYSTANDERS AND ANIMALS AWAY from the work
area a minimum of 30feet (10meters) whenstarting or operating the tool.
Do not blow debris indirections ofbystanders.
. INSPECT THE AREA beforeusing the tool. Remove all debris and hard
objectssuch as rocks, glass, wire,etc. that can ricochet, be thrown, or
otherwise cause injury or damageduring operation. As a vacuum, the tool is
designedto pick updry materialsuch as leaves,grass, smalltwigs, and bits
of paper. Do not vacuum stones,gravel, metal, broken glass,etc.
WARNING: Shock Hazard. To reducethe riskof electricalshock; do not
exposeto rain,do not useonwet surfaces. Store indoors.
z_ WARNING: Cut Hazard. Turn off and unplug unit, then wait until
fan stops or at least 10 seconds before remowng the blower or
vacuum tube assemblies.
SAVETHESEINSTRUCTIONS
Servicing of Double insulated Appliances
Your BlowerNac is double-insulated to give you added safety. In a
double insulated appliance, two systems of insulation are provided
instead of grounding. No grounding means is provided on a double
insulated appliance, nor should a means for grounding be added
to the appliance. Servicing a double insulated appliance requires
extreme care and knowledge of the system and should be done
only by qualified service personnel. Replacement parts for a double
insulated appliance must be identical to the parts they replace. A
double insulated appliance is marked with the words double insulated
or "double insulation". The symbol (square within a square) may also
be marked on the appliance.
z_Safety Rules and instructions: Extension Cords
Doublernsulatedtools have 2-wire cordsand can be used with 2-wire
or 3-wireextension cords. Only roundjacketedextension cords should be
used,and we recommendthat they be listedby UnderwritersLaboratories
(U.L.) (C.S.A.inCanada). Ifthe extensionwill be used outside,the cord
mustbe suitable for outdoor use. Any cordmarked as outdoor can also
be used for indoorwork.An extension cordmust have adequate wire size
(AWG orAmerican Wire Gauge)for safety, and toprevent lossof power
andoverheating. Thesmaller the gauge number of the wire, the greaterthe
capacityof the cable, that is 16gauge hasmore capacitythan 18gauge.
When using morethan one extension to make upthe total length,be sure
eachindividual extension contains atleastthe minimum wiresize. Before
using an extension cord,inspectit for loose or exposedwires, damaged
insulation, and defectivefittings. Make any needed repairs or replace the cord
if necessary.
Minimum Gauge for Cord Sets
Todetermine the
minimum wire size
required, refer to
the chart:
Volts Total Length of Cord in Feet
120V 0-25
240V 0-50
Ampere Rating
More Not more
Than Than
0 6 18
6 10 18
10 - 12 16
12 - 16 14
26-50 51-100 101-150
51-100 101-200 201-300
American Wire Gauge
16 16 14
16 14 12
16 14 12
12 Not Recommended
z_Safety Rules and instructions: Polarized Pluq
To reduce the risk of electric shock, this equipment has a polarized-plug
(one blade is wider than the other). This equipment must be used with a
suitable polarized2 wire or 3 wire extension cord. Polarized connections will
fit together only oneway. Makesure that the receptacle end of the extension
cord has large and small bladeslot widths. Ifthe plug does not fit fully into
the extension cord, reversethe plug. Ifit still does not fit, obtain a suitable
extension cord. Ifthe extension cord doesnot fit fully intothe outlet, contact
a qualifiedelectrician to installthe proper outlet. Do not change the tool plug
or extension cord inany way.
The label on your tool may include the following symbols.
V............... volts A .................... amperes
Hz ............. hertz W ................... watts
min ............ minutes ,x, .................. alternatingcurrent
- - -. ......... direct current no................... no load speed
[] .............. double insulated _ .................... earthing terminal
z_ ............ safety alert symbol .../min ............. strokes per minute
1. Blower Tube Release Button
2. On / Off Switch
3. Blower Opening
5. Blower Tube (2 pieces)
6. Vacuum Tube (2 pieces)
7. Collection Bag
4. Fan Cover
NOTE:Ensuretheblowerisswitchedoffanddisconnectedfrom
thepowersupplybeforeattachingorremovingtheblowertubes.
Thetubeassemblymustbeassembledtothehousingbeforeuse.
TUBEASSEMBLY(FIGUREA)
• Toattachthetwopieceblowertubestotheblower,lineupthetube
withtheblowerhousingasshowninfigureA.Pushthetubeintothe
blowerhousinguntilthelockleverengagesthelockholeinthetube.
• Toremovethetubedepressthelockbuttonandslidethetubeoff
thehousingneck.
. Unlatch the fan coverfrom the bottom of the vacuumhousin( ;Ingthe
release tab .(locatednearthe front ofthe vacuum housinc the
cover openhkea lid(figure B1).
NOTE:This interlockwill disconnect the
electriccircuit automatically andthe unit will
not operate. ....
. Attach the vacuum tube assembly to the
fan inlet on the vacuum housing (figure
C), insert the vacuum tube support tab
into the assembly slot (figure Cl) on the
blower housing.
. Push the lock button to lock the vacuum tube in place.
NOTE:This interlockwill connect the electriccircuit automaticallyand the unit
will operate.
COLLECTION BAG ASSEMBLY (FIGURE D}
NOTE: Ensurethevacuum isswitchedoff and--
disconnectedfromthe powersupplybefore I0 __ ....
attachingor removingthe collectionbag. [___7_<:_.__-_ T__::_
. Remove blowertube ifattached. | \ _"'_.'
Push the collection bag on to the blower | ,_
housing untilthe lock lever engagesthe lock | _">_
hole as shown infigure D.
VACUUM TUBE ASSEMBLY (FIGURES B, C, D)
NOTE: Ensure the vacuum is switched off and disconnected from
the power supply before attaching
or removing the vacuum tube. The
vacuum tube and collection bag must be
assembled to the housing before use.
The vacuum tubes must be assembled
together before use.
, Alignthe notchesand the tabs on the two
tube pieces.(figure B)
, Push the lower tubefirmly intothe upper
tube, until the tabs click intoplace.(Never
operate apart).
ALWAYS WEAR SAFETY GLASSES. WEAR A FILTER MASK IF
THE OPERATION IS DUSTY. USE OF RUBBER GLOVES AND
SUBSTANTIAL FOOTWEAR iS RECOMMENDED WHEN WORKING
OUTDOORS. FOR HOUSEHOLD USE ONLY.
z_WARNING: CUT HAZARD. When turning the tool off for tube
installation or any other reason, wait 10 seconds for the fan to stop
rotating before disassembly.
• Do not use in vacuum mode without the vacuum tubes and
collection bag in place.
• Always switch off and remove the plug from the electrical supply when:
• Changing from blower to vacuum.
•Thepowersupplycordhasbecomedamagedorentangled.
•Youleavebtower/vacunattended.
•Clearingablockage.
•Checking,adjusting,cleaningorworkingonblower/vac.
Use blower/vac only in daylight or good artificial light.
SWITCHING ON AND OFF (FIGURE E}
Z_WARNING: USE BOTH HANDS TO GRiP THE PRODUCT
FIRMLY WHEN SWITCHING ON.
ZLWARNING: The tool will continueto run for approximately 5
seconds after it has been switched off. Use bothhands to gripthe tool
and letthe motor cometo a complete stop beforesettingthe tool down.
Your blower vac is fitted with a two
speed switch located on the top of
the power head below the handle.
. To use in low speed, rotate on/off
switch (2) clockwise to Position "r'.
To use in high speed, rotate on/off
switch (2) clockwise to Position "ll".
. To turn tool OFF, rotate on/off switch
(2) counterclockwise to the off
position "0".
EXTENSION CORD RETAINER (FIGURE F}
A cord retainer is incorporated into the rear of the power head. It
can be used in two different ways:
• To use the cord retainer as shown in
figure F1, insert the extension cord
into the cord retainer housing from
the side. Loop the extension cord
around the retainer so it rests in the
cord retainer. Then plug the cord
from the power head into the
extension cord.
To use the cord retainer as shown in
figure F2, loop the extension cord
over the power head cord and plug the two ends into each other.
Next, insert the extension cord into the cord retainer housing from
the side. Loop the extension cord around the retainer so it rests in
the cord retainer.
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z_CAUTION: Always wear safety glasses. Wear a filter mask if
the operation is dusty. Use of gloves, long pants and substantial
footwear is recommended. Keep tong hair and loose clothing away
from openings and moving parts. THIS BLOWER IS FOR
HOUSEHOLD USE ONLY.
NOTE: Ensure the blower isswitched offand
disconnectedfrom the power supply before
attachingor removing the blower tubes.
The blower tube must be assembled tothe
housing beforeuse.
, Holdthe blowerwith both hands asshown
in figure G and sweepfrom side to sidewith
the nozzle several inchesabove the surface.
Slowly advance keeping the accumulatedpile
of debris infront of you.
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NOTE: Ensurethe vacuum isswitchedoff anddisconnectedfromthe power
supplybeforeattachingor removingthe vacuumtube.The vacuumtube and
collectionbag must be assembledto the housingbeforeuse in vacuum mode.
• Position the vacuum tube slightly above
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the debris/leaves. Turn the unit on, then
using a side to side sweeping motion the
debris/leaves wilt be sucked up the tube,
mulched and deposited into the collection
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bag (figure N).
z_ CAUTION: NEVERREMOVETHE
COLLECTIONBAGWITHOUTFIRSTTURNINGOFF
",,.%_;_ //'
ANDUNPLUGGINGTHEVACUUM.
Asthe bag fillsthe powerofthe suction will
decrease. To empty collectionbag, switch offthe
vacuumandand disconnect tool from the power
supply.Remove the collection bagfrom the powerhead, unzip the collection
bagto empty. Re-assemblebefore continuingto operate.
WHAT TO DO iF THE UNiT JAMS: (FIGURE I)
Z_CAUTION: TURN OFF UNIT AND DISCONNECT TOOL FROM
POWER SUPPLY.
Ifthe unit motor stops, the fan has become jammed. If this happens,
turn the unit off and disconnect from power supply. Remove the bag
and vacuum tube. Remove the jamming
material using a small wooden stick. Do
not use a metal implement or anything,
which may damage the fan or scratch the
plastic. Ensure the fan will turn by hand
before reassembling the unit.
Ifthe unit stops picking up debris or the
performance substantially
reduces it may have become clogged.
Switch the unit off and disconnect from
power supply. Remove the vacuum tube and look down the tube to
ensure no debris is blocking it. If necessary remove debris with a
small wooden stick. Do not use a metal implement or anything, which
may scratch or damage the tube. Remove the bag. If the bag is full,
empty the bag. If necessary remove any debris
from around the fan or unit outlet using a small wooden stick. Do
not use a metal implement or anything which may damage the
fan or scratch the plastic. Ensure the fan will turn by hand before
reassembling the unit.
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CLEANING AND STORAGE
Z_WARNING: SHOCK HAZARD. DO NOT POUR OR SPRAY
WATER ON THE TOOL IN AN ATTEMPT TO CLEAN.
Z_CAUTION: TURN OFF UNiT AND DISCONNECT TOOL FROM
POWER SUPPLY.
Use only mild soap and a damp cloth to clean the tool. Never let any
liquid get inside the tool; never immerse any part of the toot into a
liquid. Clean out any clippings which may have accumulated in the
BtowerNac. When used properly with dry leaves the fan chamber of
your Blower/Vac should remain clean. If damp earth and debris are
ingested some of the particles may build up on the inside of the fan
chamber. If this happens the performance of the unit wilt decrease.
This area can be cleaned out using a wooden stick as shown in
figure I after disconnecting from the power source. Your Blower/Vac
should be stored in a dry place.
Do not store the tool on or adjacent to fertilizers or chemicals. Such
storage can cause rapid corrosion of the metal parts.
z_WARNING: DO NOT use this product with any type of
accessory or attachment. Such usage might be hazardous.
This device complies with part 15 of the FCC rules. Operation
is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This dewce may
not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept
any interference received, including interference that may cause
undesired operation.
NOTE: This equipment has been tested and found to comply
with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part
15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide
reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential
installation. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio
frequency energy and, ifnotinstatted and used in accordance
with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio
communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference
wilt not occur in a particular installation.
Ifthis equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or
television reception, which can be determined by turning the
equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the
interference by one or more of the following measures:
• Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
• Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
• Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that
to which the recewer is connected.
• Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
Changes or modifications to this unit not expressly approved by
the party responsible for compliance could void the user's authority
to operate the equipment. This Class B digital apparatus complies
with Canadian ICES-003.
Problem
• Unit will
not start.
Possible Cause
• Fan cover or vac tube
not installed properly
• Cord not plugged in.
• Circuit fuse is blown.
• Circuit breaker is tripped.
• Cord or switch
is damaged.
• Debris blocking fan.• Unit jammed
Possible Solution
• Install fan cover for
blower mode or vac
tube for vac mode.
• Plug tool into a
working outlet.
• Replace circuit fuse.
(If the product
repeatedly causes
the circuit fuse to blow,
discontinue use
immediately and
have it serviced at a
Black & Decker
service center or
authorized servicer.
• Replace circuit breaker.
(If the product
repeatedly causes
the circuit Breakertotrip,
discontinue use
immediately and
have it serviced at a
Black & Decker
service center or
authorized servicer.
• Have cord or switch
replaced at a
Black & Decker
service center or
authorized servicer.
• Remove vac tube and
inspect inlet/outlet for
clogs. Refer to
"Cleaning and Storage
Section - Maintenance"
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Black&Decker(U.S.)Inc.warrantsthisproductfortwoyearsagainst
anydefectsinmaterialorworkmanship.Thedefectiveproductwillbe
replacedorrepairedatnochargeineitheroftwoways.
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