Black & Decker Hc431c, Hc431, Hc411, Hc421 Instruction Manual

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Dustbuster

Electrical connection (UK user)

Before using your appliance, ensure the voltage on the charger
corresponds with your mains supply. Never use a light socket!
Do not replace the charger with a 13 amp plug or any other type
of charger. If in doubt, seek advice from your nearest electricity
board or Black & Decker service centre.

Safety points

• The charger is for indoor use only.

• Keep motor draught away from eyes and face during use.

• Keep children and pets at a safe distance away when in use.

• Never use to pick up flammable or combustible liquids.

Product features (Fig. A)

1. On/off slide switch

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2. Release button

3. Dust bowl

4. Wall mountable charging base
4a. Deluxe base with accessories (if supplied)

5. Charger

Installation instructions (Fig. B)

Fix the charging base vertically to the wall using the

B

screws and plugs supplied, as illustrated,and within reach
of a power socket. Plug in and place the product into
position. The charging base can also be fixed, or simply
placed, in a convenient horizontal position.

Note: Avoid damaging the cable while fixing the holder to
the wall or when removing or replacing the product from
the holder.

Recharging

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

fully discharge the product when it is used for the first time as this
will help the cells recharge faster. The switch must be in the off

position; the product will not charge if it is in any other
position. Whilst charging, the charger will get warm; this is

perfectly normal and safe, and your product can remain on
charge indefinitely without damage or danger. It is not possible to
“overcharge” the battery cells with the charger provided.

How to use (Figs. C & D)

To start, slide the on/off switch forward (i.e. 0 = off, I = on).
To stop, slide the switch back.

C

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Burst of power

Where applicable, your product has two power settings;
‘I’ for normal power and ‘MAX’ for a burst of additional
power to do tougher jobs, activated by sliding the switch
forward as far as it will go.

Always return the product to its charging base immediately

D

after use so that it will be ready and fully charged for the
next job. The switch must be in the off position; the
product will not charge if it is in any other position. Ensure
that the product is fully engaged on the charging base.

Cleaning the product (Fig. E - H)

Warning! Never use the product without its filter.
Note: The filter bag is re-usable; do not confuse it with a

disposable dust bag and do not throw it away when the
product is emptied. When the filter becomes worn or
damaged, you can obtain a replacement from your local
Black & Decker service centre.

• To clean the filter bag, first remove the dust bowl by

E

pressing the release button and then take out the filter
bag using the plastic grip. Shake or brush any loose
dust off the filter bag. Wash it regularly using warm,
soapy water and ensure it is completely dry before
replacement. The cleaner the filter bag, the better the
product will perform. It is very important that the filter
bag is correctly in position before use.

• To clean the dust bowl, remove the filter bag, empty

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H

the bowl and wash if necessary.

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

Never immerse the product in water. It is only safe to
immerse the detached dust bowl section in water.

A damp cloth and soapy water should be used to clean
the exterior of the motor section. Always ensure the
product is completely dry before re-use or storing.

Economic usage

• Your product is very economical to charge. Whilst it is charging it

uses less than half the amount of electricity used by a light bulb.

• When fully charged, the average effective usage times are

between 8-11 minutes.

• It may take several chargings before these times can

be achieved.

Other information

If the product does not work, check the following:

• The charger was correctly plugged in for recharge.

• The lead is not damaged and is correctly attached to the base.

• The mains power is working.

If all are satisfactory and the product still does not work, refer to
the guarantee or service and repair section of this leaflet.

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