Black & Decker LSWV36 TYPE 2 Owner’s Manual

LACK+

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40V MAX_ LiTHiUM HARD
SURFACE SWEEPER VAC

iNSTRUCTiON HANUAL

CATALOG NUMBER

LSWV36

For use only with LB series 36v or 40v Max* batteries.

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INSTRUCTIVO DEOPERACION,CENTROS DE SERVlCIOY POLIZADEGARANT{A.ADVERTENCIA: LEEASEESTEINSTRUCTWOANTES DEUSAREL PRODUCTO,
_Maximum initial battery pack voltage (measured without a workload) is40 volts. Measured under a workload, nominal voltage is 36.

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.

Z_WARNING: Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which,

if not avoided, could result in death or serious injury.

Z_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.

2_WARNING: TO REDUCE RISK OF iNJURY:

• Before any use, be sure everyone using this unit reads and
understands all safety instructions and other information contained

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 hair and 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.

z_WARNING: Some dust created by this product contains chemicals

known tothe 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

• arsenic and chromium from chemically treated lumber

To reduce your exposure to these chemicals, wear approved

safety equipment such as dust masks that are specially designed
to filter out microscopic particles.

READ ALL AND UNDERSTAND ALL

iNSTRUCTiONS BEFORE USING,

Z_WARNING: Read all safety warnings and all instructions.

Failure tofollow the warnings and instructions may result in electric

shock, fire and/or serious injury.

• A BATTERY OPERATED UNiT with integral batteries or a
separate battery pack must be recharged only with the specified
charger for the battery. A charger that may be suitable for one type
of battery may create a risk of fire when used with another battery.

• USE BATTERY OPERATED UNiT ONLY with specificallydesignated
batterypack. Use ofany other batteries may create a risk of fire.

• AVOID accidental starting. Be sure switch is in the locked or off
position before inserting battery pack. Carrying units with your

finger on the switch or inserting the battery pack into a unit with the
switch on invites accidents.

• DO NOT use unit if switch does not turn it on or off. A unit that cannot
be controlled with the switch is dangerous and must be repaired.

• DISCONNECT battery pack from unit or place the switch in the
locked or off position before making any adjustments, changing
accessories, or storing the unit. Such preventative safety
measures reduce the risk of starting the unit accidentally.

• ALWAYS WEAR EYE PROTECTION - Wear safety glasses
or goggles at all times when this unit is in use. Also use face or
dust mask. Safety glasses are available at extra cost atyour local
BLACK+DECKER Service Center or authorized service facility.

• DO NOT place outlet of sweeper near eyes or ears when operating.

• STORE IDLE UNITS. When not in use, the unit should be stored in
a dry, high or locked-up place - out of reach of children.

• DON'TOVERREACH.Keepproperfootingandbalanceatalltimes.

• MAiNTAiNUNiTWiTHCARE.Keepunitcleanforbestandsafest
performance.Followinstructionsforpropermaintenance.

• DONOTattempttorepairthesweeper.Toassureproductsafety
andreliability,repairs,maintenance,andadjustmentsshouldbe
performedbyBLACK+DECKERservicecentersorauthorized
servicecenters,alwaysusingBLACK+DECKERreplacementparts.

• DONOToperatesweeperinagaseousorexplosiveatmosphere.
Motorsintheseunitsnormallyspark,andthesparksmightignitefumes.

• AVOIDDANGEROUSENVIRONMENTALCONDiTiONS- Donot
useelectricunitsindamporwetlocations.Don'tusetheunitintherain.

• STAYALERT-Watchwhatyouaredoing.Usecommonsense.
Donotoperateunitwhenyouaretired.

• USETHERIGHTUNiT- Donotusethisunitforanyjobexcept

that for which it is intended.

• USE EXTRA CARE when cleaning on stairs.

• DO NOT allow to be used as a toy. Close attention is necessary when
used by or near children. Not recommended for use by children.

• DO NOT attempt to clear clogs from unit without first removing battery.

• USE ONLY as described in this manual. Use only manufacturer's
recommended attachments.

• DO NOT put any objects into openings. Do not use with any
opening blocked; keep free of dust, lint, hair and everything that
may reduce air flow.

• KEEP hair, loose clothing, fingers, and all parts of body away from
openings and moving parts.

• DO NOT immerse any part of the unit in liquid.

• DO NOT handle charger, including charger plug, and charger
terminals with wet hands.

• KEEP CHILDREN, BYSTANDERS AND ANIMALS AWAY from
the work area a minimum of 30 feet (10 meters) when starting or
operating the unit.

• iNSPECT THE AREA before using the unit. Remove all debris and
hard objects such as rocks, glass, wire, etc. that can ricochet, be
thrown, or otherwise cause injury or damage during operation.

• USE ONLY charger supplied by the manufacturer to recharge.

• EXERCISE CARE in handling batteries in order not to short the
battery with conducting materials such as rings, bracelets and
keys. The battery or conductor may overheat and cause burns.

• DO NOT OPEN OR MUTILATE the batteries. Released
electrolyte is corrosive and may cause damage to the eyes or skin.

It may be toxic if swallowed.

• DO NOT CHARGE the unit outdoors.

z_WARNING: To reduce the risk of electrical shock; do not

expose to rain, do not use on wet surfaces. Store indoors.

SAVE THESE iNSTRUCTiONS.

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

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

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

- - =orDC......directcurrent

@ ....................ClassI Construction

(grounded)

[] ....................ClassII Construction

(doubleinsulated)

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....................Useproperrespiratoryprotection

0 ....................Usepropereyeprotection

0 ....................Useproperhearingprotection

This manual contains important safety instructionsfor batterychargers.

• Before usingcharger, read all instructions and cautionary markings
on charger,battery pack, and product using battery pack.

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

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

",-, orAC........alternatingcurrent

no....................noloadspeed

....................earthingterminal

..................safetyalertsymbol

.../minorrpm...revolutionsor

reciprocationperminute

z_WARNING: Shock hazard.Donotallowanyliquidto getinsidecharger.

ZLWARNING: Burn hazard. To reduce the risk of injury, charge

onlydesignatedBLACK+DECKER batteries. Other types of batteries

may burst causing personal injury and damage.

2_CAUTION: Undercertainconditions,with the charger pluggedintothe

powersupply,thecharger can beshortedby foreign material.Foreign

materialsof a conductivenaturesuch as,but not limitedto, steelwool,

aluminumfoil, or any buildup of metallicparticlesshouldbe keptawayfrom
charger cavities.Alwaysunplugthe chargerfrom the power supplywhen there

isno battery packin the cavity. Unplugcharger beforeattemptingto clean.

ZLWARNING:

. The charger supplied with this product is intended to be plugged in

such that it is correctly orientated ina vertical or floor mount position.

. DONOTattempt to charge the battery pack with any chargers

other than the ones in this manual. Thecharger and battery pack are

specificallydesignedto worktogether.

. These chargers are not intended for any uses other than charging

designated BLACK+DECKER rechargeable batteries. Any other uses

may resultin riskof fire, electric shock or electrocution.

. An extension cord must have adequate wire size (AWG or American

Wire Gauge) for safety. The smaller thegauge number of the wire,the

greater the capacityof the cable, that is 16gauge has more capacity than

18gauge. When usingmore than one extension to makeLipthe total

length,,be sure each individual extension containsat leastthe minimum

wire SiZe,

Recommended Minimum Wire Size for Extension Cords

Volts Total Length of Cord in Feet

120V 0-25 26-50 51-100 101-150

240V 0-50 51-100 101-200 201-300
Ampere Rating

More Not more American Wire Gauge
Than Than

0 6 18 16 16 14
6 10 18 16 14 12

10 - 12 16 16 14 12
12 - 16 14 12 Not Recommended

Minimum Gauge for Cord Sets

. Do not expose charger to rain or snow.
. Pull by plugrather than cord when disconnecting charger. This will

reducerisk ofdamage to electricplug and cord.

. Makesure that cord is located so that itwill not be stepped on, tripped

over, or otherwisesubjected to damage or stress.

. Do not use an extension cord unlessit is absolutely necessary. Use

of improper extension cord could result in risk of fire, electric shock, or
electrocution.

• Do not use with damaged cord orplug. If appliance isnot workingas it
should,has been dropped, damaged, left outdoors, or dropped intowater,

return itto 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
overcord. Keep cord away fromheated surfaces.

. Do not place any object on top of charger or place the charger on

asoft surface that might block the ventilation slots and result in
excessive internal heat. Place the charger in a positionaway from
any heat source. Thecharger is ventilatedthroughslots in the topand the

bottom of the housing.

. Do not mount charger on wall or permanently affix charger to any

surface. Thecharger is intended to use ona flat,stable surface (i.e.,table

top,bench top).

. Do not operate charger with damaged cord or plug - have them

replacedimmediately.

. Do not operate charger if it has received a sharp blow been dropped,

orotherw se damaged n any way. Take it to an authorizedservice

center.

. Do not disassemble charger; takeit to an authorizedservice center when

serviceor repair is required.Incorrect reassemblymay result in a risk of
electricshock, electrocution or fire.

. Disconnect the charger from the outlet before attempting any

cleaning. This willreduce therisk of electric shock. Removing the battery

pack will not reducethis risk.

. NEVERattempt to connect 2 chargers together.
. The charger is designed to operate onstandard household electrical

power (120 Volts). Do not attempt to use it on any other voltage.

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

zZWARNING: For safe operation, read this manual and

manuals originally supplied with tool before using the charger.

The battery pack is not fully charged out of the carton. Before using
the battery pack and charger, read the safety instructions below.
Then follow charging procedures outlined.

READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS

• Do not incinerate the battery pack even if it is severely
damaged or is completely worn out. The battery pack can

explode in a fire. Toxic fumes and materials are created when

battery packs are burned.

• Do not charge or use battery in explosive atmospheres,
such as in the presence of flammable liquids, gases or dust.

Inserting or removing the battery from the charger may ignite the
dust or fumes.

• If battery contents come into contact with the skin,

immediately wash area with mild soap and water. If battery

liquid gets into the eye, rinse water over the open eye for 15
minutes or until irritation ceases, ff medical attention is needed, the

battery electrolyte for Li-ion batteries is composed of a mixture of

liquid organic carbonates and fithium salts.

• Contents of opened battery cells may cause respiratory

irritation. Provide fresh air. If symptoms persist, seek medical

attention.

z_WAR NING: Burn hazard. Battery liquid may be flammable ff

exposed tospark or flame.

• Charge the batterypacks only in BLACK+DECKER chargers.

• DO NOT splash or immerse in water or other liquids. This may

cause premature cell failure.

• Do not store or use the tool and battery pack in locations where
the temperature may reach or exceed 105°F (40°C) (such as

outside sheds or metal buildings in summer).

z_WARNING: Never attempt to open the battery pack for any

reason, ff battery pack case is cracked or damaged, do not insert into
charger. Do not crush, drop or damage battery pack. Do not use a
battery pack or charger that has received a sharp.,blow, been dropped,

run over or damaged in any way (i.e., pierced w_tha nail, hit with a
hammer, stepped on). Damaged battery packs should be returned to

service center for recycling.

Z_WARNING: Fire hazard. Do not store or carry battery so that

metal objects can contact exposed battery terminals. Forexample, do

notplace battery in aprons, pockets, tool boxes,product kit boxes, drawers,
etc., withloose nails, screws, keys, etc.Transporting batteries can possibly

cause fires if the battery terminals inadvertently come in contact with
conductive materials such as keys, coins, handtools and the like. TheUS

Departmentof TransportationHazardous Material Regulations (HMR) actually

prohibit transporting batteriesin commerce or on airplanes (i.e.,packed in

suitcasesand carry-on luggage) UNLESS they areproperly protected from
shortcircuits. So when transportingindividualbatteries, make sure that the

batteryterminals are protected and wellinsulated from materials that could
contactthem and cause ashort circuit. NOTE:M-ION batteries should not

be put in checked baggage.

STORAGE RECOMMENDATIONS

1. The best storage place is one that is cool and dry away from direct
sunlight and excess heat or cold.

2. Long-term storage will not harm the battery pack or charger, unless
the battery is depleted.

O

1. Power Head

2. On / Off Switch

3. Power Command

4. Charge Level Indicator

5. Battery Pack

I

6. Fan Cover Release Button

7. Fan Cover

8. Collection Bag

9. Sweeper tube (2 pieces)

10. Vacuum tube (3 pieces)

The standard charger provided will charge a fully depleted battery in
about 2 hours. A 80% charge is available in 1 hour.

1. Plug the charger into an appropriate outlet before inserting the

battery pack.

2. Insert the battery pack into the charger as shown in figure A.

3. The green LED (figure A1) will flash indicating that the battery

is being charged.

4. The completionof chargeis indicatedbythegreenLED(figure A1)

remainingoncontinuously.Thepackisfullychargedandmaybeusedatthis

timeorleftonthecharger.

Recharge discharged batteries as soon as possible after use or
battery life may be greatly diminished.

CHARGER DIAGNOSTICS
This charger is designed to detect certain problems that can arise

with the battery packs or the power source. Problems are indicated
by one LED (figure A1) flashing in different patterns.

BAD BATTERY
_The charger can detect a weak or damaged battery. The red

LED flashes in the pattern indicated on the label. If you see this
bad battery blink pattern, do not continue to charge the battery.

Return it to a service center or a collection site for recycling.

HOT/COLD PACK DELAY
_When thechargerdetectsa batterythatisexcessivelyhotor excessively

cold, it automaticallystartsa Hot/OoldPackDelay,suspendingcharging

untilthe battery has normalized.Afterthis happens,the charger

automaticallyswitchesto the PackOhargingmode.Thisfeatureensures

maximumbattery life.Thered LED flashes inthe patternindicatedon

the labelwhen the hot/ coldpackdelay isdetected.

LEAVING THE BATTERY IN THE CHARGER
The charger and battery pack can be left connected with the green

LED glowing indefinitely. The charger will keep the battery pack
fresh and fully charged.

IMPORTANTCHARGINGNOTES

1.Longestlifeandbestperformancecanbeobtainedifthebattery
packischargedwhentheairtemperatureisbetween60°Fand80°F
(16°-27°C).DONOTchargethebatterypackinanairtemperature

below+40°F(+4.5°C),orabove+105°F(+40.5°C).Thisisimportant
andwiltpreventseriousdamagetothebatterypack.

2.Thechargerandbatterypackmaybecomewarmtotouch
whilecharging.Thisisanormalcondition,anddoesnotindicatea
problem.Tofacilitatethecoolingofthebatterypackafteruse,avoid
placingthechargerorbatterypackinawarmenvironmentsuchas

inametalshed,oranuninsutatedtrailer.

3.Ifthebatterypackdoesnotchargeproperly:

a.Checkcurrentatreceptaclebyplugginginalamporotherappliance
b.Checktoseeifreceptacleisconnectedtoalightswitch

whichturnspoweroffwhenyouturnoutthelights.
c.Movechargerandbatterypacktoalocationwherethesurrounding

airtemperatureisapproximately60°F-80°F(16°-27°C).
d.Ifchargingproblemspersist,takethetool,batterypackand
chargertoyourlocalservicecenter.

4.Thebatterypackshouldberechargedwhenitfailstoproduce
sufficientpoweronjobswhichwereeasilydonepreviously.DO
NOTCONTINUEtouseundertheseconditions.Followthecharging
procedure.Youmayalsochargeapartiallyusedpackwhenever

youdesirewithnoadverseaffectonthebatterypack.

5.Foreignmaterialsofaconductivenaturesuchas,butnotlimited
to,steelwool,aluminumfoil,oranybuildupofmetallicparticles

shouldbekeptawayfromchargercavities.Alwaysunplugthe
chargerfromthepowersupplywhenthereisnobatterypackinthe
cavity.Unplugchargerbeforeattemptingtoclean.

6.Donotfreezeorimmersechargerinwateroranyotherliquid.

Z_WARNING: Shock hazard. Do not allow any liquid to get

inside charger. Never attempt to open the battery pack for any

reason. If the plastic housing of the battery pack breaks or cracks,
return to a service center for recycling.

STATE OF CHARGE iNDICATOR (FIGURE B)
Theback ofthe battery is equippedwitha state of charge indicator.This can

be usedto displaythe current levelof charge inthe batteryduring useand

duringcharging,it does not indicatetool functionalityand issubject tovariation
basedon productcomponents,temperatureand end-user application.

Checking state of charge during use:

• Press the state of charge indicator button (B1).

• The four LED's (B2) wilt illuminate indicating the percent of
charge in the battery. See chart in figure B.

• If LED light does not Iluminate, charge battery.

NOTE: This battery isdesigned to not

operate when a charge below 20% of @
its capacity is reached. After the battery

charge is depleted, the toot wilt not
operate until after the battery has been
recharged.

ZhWARNING: Make certain the tool is switched off before

removing or installing battery.

TO INSTALL BATTERY PACK:
Insertbatterypackintotool untilfully seatedand an

audibleclickisheard (figure C). Makesurebattery
packisfully seatedand fully latchedintoposition.

TO REMOVE BATTERY PACK: Depress the
battery release button in the back of the battery
pack and pull battery pack out of tool.

ZLWARNING: Before assembly, make

sure that the toot is switched off and the

battery has been removed.

This product ca.n accept any of the batteries and

argers iis_ea in the cnar_ [_elow.

LI=ION Battery Packs and Chargers

iDescription Cat. #

Batteries: LI-ION LBX36

LBXR36
LBXR2036

Chargers: LI-ION LCS36

LCS436

COLLECTION BAG (FIGURE E)

• Remove sweeper tube if attached.

• Push the collection bag on to the
sweeper housing until the lock lever
engages the lock hole as shown in

figure E.

• Attach collection bag clip to the lower
rear of the unit as shown infigure El.

NOTE: Ensure the sweeper[A

is switched off and the _ _ .J
battery is removed before / _ _,

attaching or removing | .....

the sweeper tubes. The |
tube assembly must be L '_ I

assembled to the housing
before use.

• TUBE ASSEMBLY: To attach the two
piece sweeper tubes to the sweeper, line

up the tube with the sweeper housing as
shown infigure D. Push the tube into
the sweeper housing until the lock lever
engages the lock hole in the tube.

• FAN COVER ASSEMBLY: To attach the
fan cover to the sweeper, line up the tabs

on the cover with the sweeper housing
slots as shown in figure D1. Push the cover into the sweeper
housing until the locking/release button is fully engaged.

(This comes pre-assembled from the factory).

VACUUM TUBE ASSEMBLY

(FIGURES F, G, H, H1)

NOTE: Ensure the sweeper is switched
off and the battery is removed before
attaching or removing the vacuum tubes.
The vacuum tube and collection bag must
be assembled to the housing before use.

• Vacuum tubes must be assembled
together before use.

• Align the notches and the triangles on

upper and lower tubes. (figure F)

• Push the lower tube firmly into the

upper tube, until the triangles click into
place. (Never operate apart).

• In the interest of safety, it is not

intended for the tubes to be separated
once assembled.

Remove the fan cover from the side of the sweeper housing by
pressing the spring loaded release button (located on the lower
right side of the sweeper housing) and pulling the cover off (figure
G). Fan cover can be stored in pouch on collection bag.

• Attachthevacuumtubeassemblyto
thefaninletonthesweeperhousing

(figureH}byliningupthetabsonthe

tubewiththeslotsonthesweeper

housingandpushinwardsuntil

thelocking/releasebuttonisfully

engaged.(figureH1}

• Vacuumtubeassemblycanbestored

byhangingonawallwithanail,using

thebuiltinhangholeontheunderside

ofthetube.

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.

_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 battery when:

• Changing from blower to vacuum.

• The power supply cord has become damaged or entangled.

• You leave blower/vac unattended.

• Clearing a blockage.

• Checking, adjusting, cleaning or working on blower/vac.

Use blower/vac only in daylight or good artificial light.

SWITCHING ON AND OFF (FIGURE I)

ZLWARNING: USE BOTH HANDS TO

GRiP THE PRODUCT FIRMLY WHEN

SWITCHING ON.

To switch the sweeper on, slide the on/off
switch forward.

To switch the sweeper off, slide the on/off
switch back.

z_CAUTION: DO NOT POINT UNIT

DISCHARGE AT SELF OR BYSTANDERS.
POWER COMMAND (FIGURE J)

MAX POWER / MAX RUNTIME

The max power / max runtime feature
(J1) is located on the tool handle.
It allows you to optimize the tools
performance and boost the power as

needed.

•To choose max power, rotate dial

to setting 6. (most vacuuming tasks

require max power.)

•To maximize runtime rotate dial to setting 1.

• For a combination of both, rotatedial to setting from 2 to 5.

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 long hair and loose
clothing away from openings and moving parts. THIS SWEEPER

IS FOR HOUSEHOLD USE ONLY.
NOTE: Ensure the sweeper is switched off and the battery is

removed before attaching or removing the sweeper tubes. The
sweeper tube must be assembled to the housing before use.
Install battery after assembly just prior to use.

• Holdthesweeperwithonehandasshownin
figureKandsweepfromsidetosidewiththe
nozzleseveralinchesabovethehardsurface.

Slowlyadvancekeepingtheaccumulatedpile
ofdebrisinfrontofyou.

NOTE:Ensurethesweeperisswitchedoffandthebatteryisremoved

fromtoolbeforeattachingorremovingthevacuumtubes.Thevacuum
tubeandcollectionbagmustbeassembledtothehousingbeforeuse.

Installbatteryafterassemblyjustpriortouse.

• AttachthecollectionbagtothepowerheadasshowninfigureE.

• Removethefancoverfromthesideofthesweeperhousingby
pressingthespringloadedreleasebutton(locatedonthelowerright

sideofthesweeperhousing)andpullingthe cover off (figure G).

• Attach the vacuum tube assembly ,d_
to the fan inlet on the sweeper qLV

housing (figure H) by lining up the
tabs on the tube with the slots on

the sweeper housing and push
inwards until the locking/release

button is fully engaged. (figure H1}

• Position the tube slightly above
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 bag

(figure L}.

As the bag fills the power of the suction wilt decrease. To empty
collection bag, switch off your product and remove the battery from

the tool. Remove the collection bag from the power head, unzip the
collection bag to empty. Re-assemble before continuing to operate.

Whenusedproperlyon thecorrectapplications,this unitshouldnotjam.This
toolis not intendedtovacuumwetleavesordebrisandisdesigned primarily

for cleanupof hardsurfaceslike decks,patiosorgarages.Thetool should not
be usedtovacuumlitter or non-organicdebris.

WHAT TO DO iF THE UNiT JAMS: (FIGURE M}

z_CAUTION: TURN OFF UNiT AND REMOVE BATTERY FROM TOOL.

Ifthe unit motor stops, the fan has become jammed. If this

happens,turn the unit off then remove the battery. 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 then
remove the battery. 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.

Ifthe 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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ACTIONS THAT MAY LEAD TO THE UNiT JAMMING ARE:

• Vacuuming wet leaves or wet debris.

• Vacuuming litter or non-organic debris.

• Vacuuming debris with an already filled bag.

• Vacuuming large twigs or sticks.

• Submerging the tip of the vacuum tube into a pile of leaves or debris.

HOW TO AVOID JAMMING THE UNIT:

• Use the unit primarily for hard surface vacuuming.

• Vacuum dried leaves and debris.

• If attempting to vacuum damp debris, alternate vacuuming damp
leaves or debris with vacuuming dry leaves or debris. The dried

debris will help to remove damp debris from inside the unit.

• Empty the bag often and do not overfill the bag to avoid creating

a jam at the bag outlet.

• Hold the bottom of the vacuum tube above any leaf piles to

vacuum from the top and work down and avoid submerging the
vacuum tube into the pile of leaves.

CLEANING AND STORAGE
_WARNING: SHOCK HAZARD. DO NOT POUR OR SPRAY

WATER ON THE TOOL iN AN ATTEMPT TO CLEAN.

z._CAUTION: TURN OFF AND REMOVE BATTERY FROM TOOL.

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 tool into a

liquid. Clean out any clippings, which may have accumulated in the

fan chamber on the SweeperNac using a small wooden stick. Your

SweeperNac should be stored in a dry place.

z_WARNING: DO NOT use this product with any type of

accessory or attachment. Such usage might be hazardous.

Do not store the tool on or adjacent to fertilizers or chemicals. Such
storage can cause rapid corrosion of the metal parts.

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Problem Solution

• Unit will not turn on. • Check battery installation.

• Checkbatterychargingrequirements.

• Install fan cover for sweeper
mode or vac tube for vac mode.

• Battery will not charge.

• Unit will not blow air.

• Unit will not vacuum effectively.

• Unit jammed when vacuuming.

• Insert battery into charger until
green LED appears.

• Plug charger into a working
outlet. Refer to "Important
Charging Notes"for more details.

• Oheckcurrentat receptacleby
pluggingina lamporotherappliance.

• Checktosee ifreceptacleis
connectedto alightswitchwhichturns

poweroffwhenyouturnoutthelights.

• Move charger and tool to a
surrounding air temperature of
above 40 degree F(4.5°C) or
below 105 degree F(+40.5°C).

Installfancoverfor sweepermode.

Referto instructionsonremoving
jams. Ifthe toolstillwillnotblowair,
stop usingthetoolandtake itto a

servicecenter.

Emptycollectionbag.Referto
instructionsonremovingjams. Ifthe

toolstillwillnotvacuum,stopusing
thetoolandtakeittoaservicecenter.

Turnthe unit off then remove the
battery. Removethe bag and

vacuum tube. Refer to instructions
on removingjams.

For assistance with your product visitour website www.blackanddecker.
corn forthe ocaton ofthe servce center nearest you orca the
BLACK÷DECKER help line at 1-800-544-6986.

The RBRC TM Seal

The RBRC TM (Rechargeabte Battery Recycling
Corporation) Seal on the LI-ION battery (or battery
pack) indicates that the costs to recycle the battery

(or battery pack) at the end of its useful life have
already been paid by BLACK+DECKER. RBRC TM in
cooperation with BLACK+DECKER and other battery
users, has established programs in the United States to facilitate the
collection of spent LI-ION batteries. Help protect our environment
and conserve natural resources by returning the spent LI-ION battery
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. RBRCTM is a

registered trademark of the Rechargeable Battery Recycling Corporation.
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.

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 receiver is connected.

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• 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.

All BLACK+DECKER Service Centers are staffed with trained
personnel to provide customers with efficient and reliable power toot
service. Whether you need technical advice, repair, or genuine factory

replacement parts, contact the BLACK+DECKER location nearest you.
To find your local service location, call: 1-800-544-6986 or visit www.

blackanddecker.com.

BLACK+DECKER (U.S.) Inc. warranties this product to be free from
defects in material or workmanship for a period of three (3)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.

Imported by

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

701 E.Joppa Rd.

Towson, MD 21286 U.S.A.

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L'ASPIRATEUR ET BALAYEUSE POUR SURFACE
DURE, BLOC-PILES AU LITHIUM DE 40 V MAX*

HANUEL D' INSTRUCTIONS

NUMERO DE MODELE

LSWV36

Utiliser uniquement avec un bloc-piles de
36 V ou de 40 V max* de sGrie LB de B&D.

MERCI D'AVOIR CHOISI BLACK+DECKER !

A LIRE AVANT DE RETOURNER CE PRODUIT POUR QUELQUE RAISON QUE CE SOIT:

Si des questions ou des problemes surgissent apres I'achat d'un produit BLACK+DECKER, consulter le site Web www.
blackanddecker.com/instantanswers pourobtenirdesreponsesinstantanement24heuresparjour. Sila reponseestintrouvableou
en I'absence d'acces a I'lnternet, composer le 1 800 544-6986 de 8 h a 17 h HNE, du lundi au vendredi, pour parler avec un agent.
Priere d'avoir le numero de catalogue sous la main Iors de I'appel.

CONSERVER CE MODE D'EMPLOI POUR UN USAGE ULTI_RIEUR.

_La tension initiale maximale du bloc-piles (mesur_e sans charge de travail) est de 40 volts. La tension nominale est de 36.

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