Black & Decker HHVJ320BMFS, HHVJ315BMF, HHVJ320BMF User Manual

CORDLESS HAND VACS

INSTRUCTION MANUAL

CATALOG NUMBERS

HHVJ315BMF
HHVJ320BMF
HHVJ320BMFS

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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.

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 haz ard ous situation which, if not avoided,

may result in minor or mod er ate injury.

NOTICE: Used without the safety alert symbol indicates potentially hazardous

situation which, if not avoided, may result in property damage.

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 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

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, electrical shock or injury:

• WARNING: To reduce the risk of

electric shock – Do not use outdoors or
on wet surfaces.

• 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.

• 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.

• This product includes rechargeable nickel
cadmium batteries. Do not incinerate batteries
as they will explode at high temperatures.

• 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

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water for a minimum of 10 minutes. Seek
medical attention.

• 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.

ADDITIONAL SAFETY
WARNINGS

a) Prevent unintentional starting. Ensure

the switch is in the off-position before
connecting to battery pack, 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. A

charger that is suitable for one type 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. 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.

ave servicing performed by a qualified

e) H

repair person using only identical
replacement parts. This will ensure that

the safety of the product is maintained.

WARNING: Do not attempt to

modify or repair the appliance

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

n

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

FUCTIONAL DESCRIPTION

1. On/off power button

2. Handle

3. Nozzle

4. Extendable crevice tool

5. Crevice tool release button

6. LED BATTERYSENSE
(SMARTTECH vacuums only)

7. LED POWERBOOST indicator

8. Dust bowl

9. Dust bowl release button

10. Flip-up brush

11. FILTERSENSE LED

(SMARTTECH vacuums only)

12. Charging base

5

3

11

6

7

1

2

8

4

10

12

9

11

6

7

Wall Mounting

The product can be attached to a wall to
provide a convenient storage and charging
point for the appliance. When mounting to
a wall, make sure the mounting method is
suitable for the wall type and is appropriate
to the weight of the appliance.

• Mark the location of the charger base

(12) screw holes on the wall (within reach
of an electrical outlet for charging the
vacuum while it is on the charging base).

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• Fix the charging base to the wall using
appropriate screws
of wall, and weight of the appliance.

• Hang the appliance by placing the
opening of the vacuum base over the
hooks in the charging base.

and plugs for the type

Charging the battery

WARNING: For use only with the

supplied charger.

• Before rst use, the battery must be
charged for at least 5 hours.

• Place the appliance on the charging base (11)
whenever it is not in use as shown in Figure A.

WARNING: Before charging, be sure

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

• Make sure the appliance is switched off.
The battery will not be charged when the
on/off switch (1) is in the on position.

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 indenitely.

WARNING: Do not charge the battery at

ambient temperatures below 50 °F or above
104 °F.

A

B

POWERBOOST mode

The green LED will illuminate when the
appliance is in POWERBOOST mode. The
vacuum will operate at a higher suction level
to pick up debris that requires more power.

Filter sensor (HHVJ320BMFS ONLY)

Whenever a lter is blocked and needs

cleaning, the red LED in the handle will

illuminate. Clean dust from lter (See

“Cleaning the Dust Bowl and Filter” section).

Nozzle / Accessories

• A crevice tool (4) is built into the nozzle
(3). Extend the crevice tool as shown in
Figure C, until it clicks in place.

• To shorten the crevice tool, depress the
crevice tool release button (5) as shown
in Figure D and slide the crevice tool into
the nozzle.

Switching on and off - Figure B

• To switch the appliance on, depress the
on/off button (1). The battery indicator
LED will illuminate and vacuum will begin
in the low-speed mode.

• Depress the button a second time to

engage the POWERBOOST mode. The
green LED will also illuminate, indicating
the vacuum is in the higher-speed mode.

• To switch the appliance off, depress the

button a third time.

C

D

• A brush accessory is built into the nozzle
and can be flipped upwards for use as
shown in Figure E.

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E

• To replace the dust bowl, push it back onto

the appliance until it clicks rmly into place.

WARNING:

without the lters. Optimum dust collection
will only be achieved with clean lters.

Never use the appliance

Cleaning the Dust Bowl and Filter

• The dust bowl and lter can be washed in
warm soapy water.

• Make sure the lter and the dust bowl are dry

before re-tting.

Dry pick up

• For everyday spills of dry material.

• Do not ll the dust bowl (8) beyond the
end of the intake chute.

Optimizing the suction force

In order to keep the suction force optimised,

the lters must be cleared regularly during use.

EMPTYING AND CLEANING
THE PRODUCT

Removing the dust bowl and

lters - Figures F & G

WARNING: The lters are reusable

and should be cleaned regularly.

• Press the dust bowl release button (9) as
shown in the insert of Figure F, then pull
the dust bowl (8) straight off as shown in

Figure F.

F

• While holding the dust bowl over a bin or

sink, pull out the lter (12) to empty the

contents as shown in Figure G.

G

12

For a more thorough cleaning

• Remove the dust bowl and filter assembly
as described above.

• To separate the plastic filter (13) from the
cloth filter (14), twist the plastic filter in a
counterclockwise direction and lift it off of
the cloth filter as shown in Figure H.

• Shake or lightly brush any loose dust off
both filters.

H

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• The dust bowls and filters can be washed
in warm soapy water. Allow to dry before
placing back into the vac.

• To replace the filters, slide the outer
plastic filter over the cloth filter.

• Align the wings of the plastic filter with
the slots in the cloth filter and twist in a
clockwise direction.

• Place filters back into the bowl pressing
firmly to ensure a secure fit.

• To replace dust bowl, place it back onto the
handle 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 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 they are 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.

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Scented lter*

BEFORE FIRST USE - remove bag from
the scented pre-filter. Reassemble per
instructions above.
When the vacuum is turned on, the plastic
scented filter will emit an aroma to freshen
the air.

WARNING:

· Causes mild skin irritation

· Toxic to aquatic life

· Harmful to aquatic life with long lasting
effects.

· Dispose of contents/ containers to an
approved waste disposal plant.

NOTE: When the plastic scented filter
no longer lets off the aroma, it can be
an indication that the filter needs to be
replaced. See below for information on
replacement filters.

* HHVJ320BMFS vacuums are supplied

with a scented filter, though any vacuum
covered in this manual can accept a
scented filter.

Replacing the lters

The lters should be replaced every 6 to 9

months and whenever worn or damaged.

Replacement lters are available from your

BLACK+DECKER dealer.
Catalog numbers:

• Scented plastic filter: VSPF10XX**

• Cloth lter: VBF10

** XX is a placeholder for the two-digit

number that indicates the plastic scented

filter’s specific scent.

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 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.

The RBRC® Seal

The RBRC® (Rechargeable
Battery Recycling Corp oration)
Seal on the lithium-ion batteries
(or battery packs) indicates
that the costs to recycle these batteries
(or battery packs) at the end of their
useful life have already been paid by

BLACK+DECKER. In some areas, it is
illegal to place spent lithium-ion batteries in
the trash or municipal solid waste stream
and the Call 2 Recycle® program provides
an environmentally conscious alternative.
Call 2 Recycle, Inc., in cooperation with
BLACK+DECKER and other battery users,
has established the program in the United
States and Canada to facilitate the collection
of spent lithium-ion batteries. Help protect
our environment and conserve natural
resources by returning the spent nickel
cadmium, nickel metal hydride or lithium-ion
batteries to an authorized BLACK+DECKER
service center or to your local retailer for
recycling. You may also contact your local
recycling center for information on where
to drop off the spent battery. RBRC® is a
registered trademark of Call 2 Recycle, Inc.

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 hazardous.

This Class B digital apparatus complies
with Canadian ICES-003.
This device complies with part 15 of the
FCC rules. Operation is subject to the
following two conditions: (1) This device
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, if not installed and
used in accordance with the instructions,
may cause harmful interference to radio
communications. However, there is no
guarantee that interference will not occur in
a particular installation.
If this 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.

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• Increase the separation between the
equipment and receiver.

• Connect the equipment into an outlet on
a circuit different from that to which the
receiver 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.

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.

FREE WARNING LABEL
REPLACEMENT: If your warning labels
become illegible or are missing, call 1-800­544-6986 for a free replacement.

Imported by

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

701 E. Joppa Rd.

Towson, MD 21286 U.S.A.

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ASPIRATEURS

MODE D’EMPLOI

NUMERO DE CATALOGUE

HHVJ315BMF, HHVJ320BMF, HHVJ320BMFS

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LIGNES DIRECTRICES EN MATIÈRE DE SÉCURITÉ - DÉFINITIONS

Il est important que vous lisiez et compreniez ce mode d’emploi. Les informations qu’il
contient concernent VOTRE SÉCURITÉ et visent à ÉVITER TOUT PROBLÈME. Les
symboles ci-dessous servent à vous aider à reconnaître cette information.

DANGER : Indique une situation dangereuse imminente qui, si elle n’est pas

évitée, causera la mort ou des graves blessures.

AVERTISSEMENT : Indique une situation potentiellement

dangereuse qui, si elle n’est pas évitée, pourrait causer la mort ou de graves blessures.

MISE EN GARDE : Indique une situation potentiellement dangereuse

qui, si elle n’est pas évitée, pourrait causer des blessures mineures ou modérées.

MISE EN GARDE : Utilisé sans le symbole d’alerte à la sécurité,

indique une situation potentiellement dangereuse qui, si elle n’est pas évitée, peut résulter

en des dommages à la propriété.

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