Black & Decker Fsm1616 Instruction Manual

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FSM1616

BDS1616R

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(Original instructions)

Intended use

Your BLACK+DECKERTM FSM1616 and BDS1616R steam
mop has been designed for sanitising and cleaning sealed
hardwood, sealed laminate, linoleum, vinyl, ceramic tile,

stone and marble oors. This appliance is intended for indoor
household use only.

Safety Instructions

Warning! Read all Safety,

Maintenance, Service' manual

t

carefully before operating
this appliance. Read all of this

manual carefully before operat-

ing this appliance.

Safety of others

u This appliance can be used by children

aged from 8 years and above and
persons with reduced physical, sen­sory or mental capabilities or lack of
experience and knowledge if they have
been given supervision or instruction
concerning use of the appliance in a
safe way and understand the hazards

involved.

u Children shall not play with the appli-

ance. Cleaning and user maintenance

shall not be made by children without

supervision.

u If the supply cord is damaged, it must

be replaced by the manufacturer, its

service agent or similarly qualied

persons in order to avoid a hazard.

u The plug must be removed from the

socket-outlet before cleaning or main-

taining the appliance.

u The liquid or steam must not be

directed towards equipment contain­ing electrical components, such as the

interior of ovens.

u The appliance shall not be left unat-

tended while it is connected to the sup­ply mains;

u The appliance is not to be used if it

has been dropped, if there are visible
signs of damage or if it is leaking;

u keep the appliance out of reach of

children when it is energized or cooling

down.

Labels on appliance

The following pictograms along with the

date code are shown on the appliance.

CAUTION Hot Steam

Features

1. On/off switch

2. Steam operate button

3. Removable water tank

4. Handle

5. Steam Head
5a. Delta oor head

6. Steam head cleaning pad
6a. Delta head cleaning pad

7. Bottom cable tidy hook

8. Top cable swiveling tidy hook

9. Grip

10. Variable steam operation thumb wheel
10a. Hanging bracket

Assembly

Warning! Before attempting any of the following

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Attaching the handle (Fig. A)

u Slide the bottom end of the handle (4) into the top end of

Attaching the water tank (Fig. B)

u Slide the water tank (3) into the steam mop body (11),

Attaching a cleaning pad (Fig. C)

Replacement cleaning pads are available from your
BLACK+DECKER dealer :- (cat no. FSMP20-XJ).

instructions, make sure that the appliance is
switched off and unplugged and the appliance is

cold and does not contain any water.

the stem mop body (11) until it clicks into place. The arrow

on the handle (4) should be aligned with the top of the

steam mop body (11).

ensure that the water tank is rmly seated.

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Delta cleaning pads :- (cat no. FSMP30-XJ).

u Place a cleaning pad (6) on the oor with the velcro 'loop'

side facing up.

u Lightly press the steam mop down onto the cleaning pad

(6).

Caution: Always place your steam mop with the handle (4)
supported in the upright position when stationary and make

sure the steam mop is turned off when not in use.

Removing a cleaning pad

Caution! Always wear suitable shoes when changing the

cleaning pad on your steam mop. Do not wear slippers or
open toed footwear.

u Return the handle (4) to the upright position and turn the

steam mop 'OFF'.

u Wait until the steam mop cools down (approximately 5

minutes).

u Lift the steam mop away from the cleaning pad freeing it

from the velcro fastening.

Caution! Always place your steam mop with the handle (4)
supported in the upright position when stationary and make

sure the steam mop is turned off when not in use.

The Delta Head (Fig. D)

This Steam Mop incorporates a built in delta head which

enables you to access into tight corners and narrow gaps.

Caution! Always wear suitable shoes when accessing the

delta head on your steam mop. Do not wear slippers or open
toed footwear.

u Return the handle (4) to the upright position and turn the

steam mop ‘OFF’.

u Wait until it cools down (approximately ve minutes).
u Place the front of your shoe onto the steam head removal

tab (5b) and press down gently.

u Lift the delta head (5a) up off the steam head (5).
u Fit the delta head cleaning pad (6a) to the bottom of the

delta head.

Note! Ensure the lter cap is rmly secured.
Note! Do not use chemical cleaners with your steam mop

water tank.

Use

Important! This unit will kill 99.9% of bacteria and germs

when used in accordance with the instructions in this manual

and with the micro bre pad tted and a continuous run time
of 90 seconds.

Switching on and off

u To switch the appliance on, press the ON/Off button (1).

It takes approximately 15 seconds for the steam mop to

heat up.

u Press the steam operation button (2). This will operate the

pump and the unit will begin to produce steam.

u To stop steam generation, turn the steam operation button

(2) to off. This will maintain power to the boiler for quicker
start up.

u To switch the appliance off, press the ON/Off button (1).

Caution! Never leave the steam mop in one spot on any
surface for any period of time. Always place the steam mop

with the handle (4) supported in the upright position when
stationary and make sure the steam mop is turned off when

not in use.

Caution! Always empty the steam mop after use.
Note! When rst lled or after running dry, it can take up to 45

seconds for steam to be produced.

Variable Steam operation

The unit is equipped with a variable steam operation
controlled by the thumb wheel (10) located on the handle grip

(9). This allows for 3 different surface settings.

The variable steam settings are:

Wood / Laminate

Filling the water tank (Fig. E)

The water tank on your steam mop is removable for

convenient and easy lling.

Note! Fill the water tank with clean tap water.
Note! In areas of hard water, the use of de-ionised water is

recommended.

u Remove the water tank (3).
u Remove the lter cap by unscrewing in an anti-clockwise

direction.

u Fill the water tank (3) with water.

Warning! Your water tank has a 350ml capacity. Do not over
ll the tank.

u Replace the lter cap by screwing in a clockwise direction.
u Re-t the water tank (3).

Tile / Vinyl

Stone / Marble

Hints for optimum use

General

Caution: Never use the steam mop without rst attaching a

cleaning pad.

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u Always vacuum or sweep the oor before using the steam

mop.

u The easiest way to use the appliance is to tilt the handle

to a 45º angle and clean slowly, covering a small area at a

time.

u Do not use chemical cleaners with your steam mop. To

remove stubborn stains from vinyl or linoleum oors, you

can pre-treat with a mild detergent and some water before

using the steam mop.

Steam Cleaning

u Place a cleaning pad (6) on the oor with the velcro 'loop'

side facing up.

u Lightly press the steam mop down onto the cleaning pad

(6).

u Connect the steam mop to the mains.
u Press the ON/OFF button (1). It takes approximately 15

seconds for the steam mop to heat up.

u Press the steam operate button (2). After a few seconds,

steam will start to come out of the steam head.
Note! When rst lled or after running dry, it can take up to 45
seconds for steam to be produced.

u It takes a few seconds for steam to enter the cleaning pad.

The steam mop will now glide easily over the surface to be

sanitized/cleaned.

u Push and pull the steam mop slowly across the surface to

thoroughly steam clean each section.

u When you have nished using the steam mop, return

the handle (4) to the upright position, making sure that it

is supported and turn it 'OFF'. Wait until the steam mop

cools down (approximately ve minutes).

Caution! It is important to monitor the water level in the water

tank (3). To rell the water tank and continue to sanitize/

clean stand the mop upright making sure that the handle is

supported and turn the steam mop 'OFF'. Unplug the unit from
the electrical wall outlet, remove and rell the water tank (3).
Caution! Never leave the steam mop in one spot on any
surface for any period of time. Always place the steam mop

with the handle (4) supported in the upright position when
stationary and make sure the steam mop is turned off when

not in use.

After use (Fig. F)

u Turn the steam mop 'OFF'. turn the steam operation

button (2) to off and then press the ON/OFF button (1).

u Wait until the steam mop cools down.
u Unplug the steam mop from the electrical wall outlet.
u Empty the water tank.
u remove the cleaning pad (6) and wash it ready for next

use.

u Clip the supply cable around the cable tidy hooks (7 and

8)

u There is a hanging bracket (10a) built into the hand grip

(9) which allows your steam mop to be hung from a

suitable hook on the wall. Always ensure that your wall

hook is capable of supporting the weight of the steam mop

safely.

Technical Data

FSM1616
(Type 1)

Voltage V

230 230

ac

Power W 1600 1600

Tank
Capacity

ml 350 350

Weight kg 2.3 2.3

BDS1616R
(Type 1)

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Troubleshooting

If your appliance seems not to operate properly, follow the

instructions below. If this does not solve the problem, please
contact your local BLACK+DECKER repair agent.

Problem Step Possible solution

The steam mop is not
turning on

The steam mop is not
producing steam

The steam mop is
producing too
much steam during
use.

The steam mop is
producing too
little steam during
use.

The steam mop stops
producing steam
during use

The steam mop stops
producing too little
steam during use

The steam mop is
producing too little
steam during use

Where can I get
further information/
accessories for my
steam mop

1. Check the unit is

2. Check the unit is

3. Check the fuse in the

4. Check the water tank

5. Check the steam

6. The steam mop has 3

7. The steam mop has 3

8. Check step 1, then 2,

9. Check step 4, then 2,

10. Check step 4

11. Refer to the assembly

plugged in at the wall

socket.

switched on using the

ON/OFF switch (1)

plug.

(3) is full and correctly

tted.
NOTE: When rst lled

or after running dry it
can take up to 45
seconds for steam to

be produced.

generation button is in

the ON position.

settings. Vary

thumbwheel control dial
(10) to reduce the
amount of steam being

produced.

settings. Vary

thumbwheel control dial
(10) to increase the
amount of steam being

produced.

then 3.

then 3

chapter of the manual

for correct tting of

parts and

accessories.

(Original instructions)

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