Black & Decker S500 Instruction Manual

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Scumbuster® S500

Thank you for choosing Black & Decker. We hope
that you will enjoy using this product for many years.

OVERVIEW (fig. A)

1. On/off switch

2. Motor unit

3. Scrub pad & disc

4. Battery cover

5. Charger

6. Battery

7. Battery cap

EC DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY

S500

Black & Decker declares that these
products conform to:
98/37/EC, 89/336/EEC, 73/23/EEC,
EN 55014, EN 60335, EN 61000

LpA(sound pressure) dB(A) < 70
Hand/arm weighted vibration value m/s

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WARNING SYMBOLS

The following symbols are used in this manual:

Denotes risk of personal injury, loss of life
or damage to the product in case of non­observance of the instructions in this
manual.

SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

◆ Warning! When using battery-powered

appliances, basic safety precautions, including
the following, should always be followed to
reduce the risk of fire, leaking batteries,
personal injury and material damage.

◆ Read all of this manual carefully before using

the appliance.

◆ The intended use is described in this manual.

The use of any accessory or attachment or the
performance of any operation with this
appliance other than those recommended in
this instruction manual may present a risk of
personal injury.

◆ Retain this manual for future reference.

Using your appliance

◆ Keep children and animals at a safe distance

when using this appliance.

◆ Never use the appliance near flammable fumes

or liquids.

Colin Wills

Director of Engineering

BDCI, 4/F, 2 Dai Wang Street

Tai Po Industrial Estate
Tai Po NT, Hong Kong

INTENDED USE

Your Black & Decker Scumbuster® has been
designed for wet and dry cleaning purposes.
This product is intended for household use only.

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After use

◆ Unplug the charger after use and before

cleaning it.

◆ When not in use, the appliance should be

stored indoors, in a dry place. Children should
not have access to stored appliances.

Inspection and repairs

◆ Before use, check the appliance for damaged

or defective parts. Check for breakage of parts,
damage to switches and any other conditions
that may affect its operation.

◆ Do not use the appliance if any part is

damaged or defective.

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◆ Have any damaged or defective parts repaired

or replaced by an authorised repair agent.

◆ Regularly check the charger plug for damage.

Replace the charger if the plug is damaged or
defective.

◆ Never attempt to remove or replace any parts

other than those specified in this manual.

Battery

◆ Never attempt to open the battery for any reason.

◆ Do not expose to water.

◆ Do not store in locations where the

temperature may exceed 40 °C.

◆ Charge only at ambient temperatures between

4 °C and 40 °C.

◆ Before charging, make sure that the battery is

dry and clean.

◆ Do not attempt to charge damaged batteries.

◆ When disposing of batteries, follow the

instructions given in the section
“Protecting the environment”.

◆ Do not incinerate the battery.

◆ Under extreme conditions, battery leakage

may occur. When you notice liquid on the
battery, proceed as follows:

- Carefully wipe the liquid off using a cloth.
Avoid skin contact.

- In case of skin or eye contact, follow the
instructions below.

◆ Never attempt to charge non-rechargeable

batteries.

◆ Do not expose the charger to water or high

humidity.

◆ Do not open the charger.

◆ Do not probe the charger.

◆ Do not use an extension cord. Plug the charger

directly into a wall socket, away from water and
hot surfaces.

The charger is intended for indoor use
only.

ELECTRICAL SAFETY

Your charger has been designed for a specific
mains voltage. Always check that the mains voltage
corresponds to the voltage on the rating plate.

Your charger is double insulated in
accordance with EN 60335; therefore no
earth wire is required.

BEFORE FIRST USE (fig. B)
Before first use, the battery must be charged
for at least 6 hours.

◆ Remove the cap (7) from the battery (6).

◆ Charge the battery as described below.

USE

The battery fluid, a 25-30% solution of
potassium hydroxide, can be harmful.
In case of skin contact, immediately rinse
with water. Neutralise with a mild acid such
as lemon juice or vinegar. In case of eye
contact, rinse abundantly with clean water
for at least 10 minutes. Consult a physician.

Fire hazard! Avoid short-circuiting the
contacts of a detached battery.
Always fit the cap to protect the battery
during transport or storage.

Charger

◆ Use your Black & Decker charger only to charge

batteries of the type supplied with your tool.
Other batteries could burst, causing personal
injury and damage.

Charging the battery (fig. A)

◆ Remove the battery from the appliance.

◆ Insert the battery (6) into the charger (5) as shown.

◆ Plug in the charger. Switch on at the mains.

The indicator light on the charger will be lit and
will stay lit as long as the battery is in the charger.

◆ Leave the battery to charge for at least 3 hours.

Whilst charging, the charger may become warm.
This is normal and does not indicate a problem.
The battery can be left in the charger indefinitely.
When the battery is fully charged, the power
consumption of the charger is negligible.

Important! Recharge the battery when the
performance of the appliance decreases. Do not
continue to use the appliance until the battery is
empty. After fully charging the battery, the average
effective usage time is approx. 30 minutes.

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It may take several charging cycles before the
battery attains full capacity.

Do not charge the battery at ambient
temperatures below 4 °C or above 40 °C.

Spare batteries (type VP100) are available from
your Black & Decker service agent.

Fitting and removing the battery (fig. B & C)

Fitting

◆ Remove the cap (7) from the battery (6).

◆ Turn and pull the battery cover (4) to remove it

from the appliance.

◆ Insert the battery into the appliance as shown

and push it as far as it will go.

◆ Place the battery cover over the end of the

battery.

◆ Push the battery cover into place.

◆ Never immerse the unit under water without

the battery cover securely in place.
Important! If some water leaks into the unit, it will
not affect performance. However, should the unit
or the battery accidentally fall into water without
the battery cover in place, shake out loose liquid
and allow to air dry overnight.

Removing

◆ Turn and pull the battery cover (4) to remove it

from the appliance.

◆ Pull the battery out of the appliance.

◆ Before storing the battery, fit the cap (7).

Accessories (fig. E)

This product is supplied with the following
accessories:

8. Shampoo brush: for carpet cleaning

9. Wide area bristle brush: for aggressive area

cleaning on ceramic tile walls and floors,

fibreglass and hard plastic surfaces

10. Heavy-duty pad (green and white): for aggressive

scrubbing on large surfaces such as barbecue

grill grates

11.Coarse scrub pad (light blue): for aggressive

scrubbing of larger surfaces, such as ceramic

tile walls and floors or bath tubs and sinks

(porcelain or enamel)

12.Mild scrub pad (white): for milder scrubbing of
large areas, such as ceramic tile walls and
floors or outdoor furniture

13.Sponge pad with mesh bonnet: for washing
and scrubbing car headlights, bumpers and
grills; not for use on vinyl, wood, metalised

plastic and other sensitive materials

14.Pad disc: for use with pads

15.Nap lifter: for raising carpet pile, beautifying
short pile and plush carpeting; not for use on

shag, high or looped pile carpet

16.Spiral wheel brush: for scrubbing in confined
spaces such as hubcaps

17.Carrying caddy: for portable and convenient
storage of the unit and accessories

18.Cleaning solution: for carpet cleaning

Fitting and removing an accessory (fig. D)

Fitting

◆ Only fit accessories when the appliance is

switched off.

◆ When using a pad, fit the pad onto the pad disc.

◆ Align the triangular notch on the accessory (19)

with the shaft on the motor unit.

◆ Push the accessory onto the shaft and turn it

clockwise.

Removing

◆ Only remove accessories when the appliance is

switched off.

◆ Turn the accessory counterclockwise and pull it

off the motor unit.

Operating the appliance (fig. A)

◆ To switch on, press the on/off switch (1).

◆ To switch off, press the on/off switch again.

The appliance can be used with a variety of
cleaning agents, including bathroom, automotive,
patio furniture, carpet and other common household
cleaners. Always read and follow the manufacturer’s
instructions on the cleaning agent you use. Do not
use the appliance with abrasive cleaning agents.

Wear gloves and eye protection when
using aggressive chemical cleaners.

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HANDY HINTS

◆ Before cleaning carpets, thoroughly vacuum

the surface. You can use the nap lifter prior to
vacuuming to loosen dirt from the carpet.

◆ For soiled carpets, dip the shampoo brush in

the cleaning solution and shampoo the soiled
area. Move the appliance in a circular pattern.
Do not hold the appliance in one place while
running. Once the foam has disappeared, let it
dry, then vacuum the carpet. You can use the
nap lifter immediately after shampooing.

◆ If you are unsure about using this appliance on

a particular surface, test it first on a small
inconspicious patch.

TROUBLESHOOTING

If the product does not work, follow the instructions
below. If this does not solve the problem, please
contact your local Black & Decker repair agent.

◆ Make sure the battery is fully charged.

◆ If the battery cannot be charged, check if the

charger is plugged in correctly and the mains is
working.

CLEANING AND MAINTENANCE

◆ Regularly clean the motor unit using a damp

cloth. Do not use any abrasive or solvent­based cleaner.

◆ After every use, clean the accessories in soapy

water.

PROTECTING THE ENVIRONMENT

Should you find one day that your
Black & Decker product needs replacement,
or if it is of no further use to you, think of
the protection of the environment.
Black & Decker repair agents will accept
old Black & Decker products and ensure
that they are disposed of in an
environmentally safe way.

Battery

If you want to dispose of the product
yourself, the battery must be removed as
described below and disposed of in

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accordance with local regulations.

Do not short-circuit the battery terminals.

◆ Preferably discharge the battery by operating

the appliance until the motor stops.

◆ Remove the battery.

◆ Fit the battery cap onto the battery or place

the battery in suitable packaging to ensure
that the terminals cannot be short-circuited.

◆ Take the battery to your service agent or a

local recycling station. Collected batteries will
be recycled or disposed of properly.

GUARANTEE

Black & Decker is confident of the quality of its
products and offers an outstanding guarantee.
This guarantee statement is in addition to and in
no way prejudices your statutory rights.
The guarantee is valid within the territories of the
Member States of the European Union and the
European Free Trade Area.

If a Black & Decker product becomes defective
due to faulty materials, workmanship or lack of
conformity, within 24 months from the date of
purchase, Black & Decker guarantees to replace
defective parts, repair products subjected to fair
wear and tear or replace such products to ensure
minimum inconvenience to the customer unless:

◆ The product has been used for trade,

professional or hire purposes;

◆ The product has been subjected to misuse or

neglect;

◆ The product has sustained damage through

foreign objects, substances or accidents;

◆ Repairs have been attempted by persons other

than authorised repair agents or Black & Decker
service staff.

To claim on the guarantee, you will need to submit
proof of purchase to the seller or an authorised
repair agent. You can check the location of your
nearest authorised repair agent by contacting your
local Black & Decker office at the address indicated
in this manual. Alternatively, a list of authorised
Black & Decker repair agents and full details of our
after-sales service and contacts are available on
the Internet at: www.2helpU.com.

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