Black & Decker VM400, VM800, VM650 User Manual

1400W
1600W
1800W
VACUUM
CLEANERS

MODELS: VM400 / VM650 / VM800

AUSTRALIA/
NEW ZEALAND

Consistent with our continuing product

development, improvements may have been

made which render the contents of this

instruction manual slightly different to the

product received.

Congratulations!

On the purchase of your
Black & Decker Vacuum Cleaner

To ensure the best results from your Vacuum Cleaner
please read these safety and usage instructions
carefully. If you have any questions or queries after
reading this user manual please do not hesitate to
call our Service and Information Centre.

Service and Information Centre:
Australia

20 Fletcher Road, MOOROOLBARK, Victoria 3138
Tel: [phone] Fax: [phone]

New Zealand

81 Hugo Johnston Drive, PENROSE, Auckland, New Zealand.
Tel: [phone] FreeFax: 0800 339 258

For Repair or Service in Australia:

See “Electric Tools-Retail and / or Repairs” section of Yellow
Pages, otherwise Tel: [phone] to be connected to your
nearest Service Agent.

First Use Safety Recommendation

Please read through this booklet for safe and efficient use of this
vacuum cleaner. We urge you to read the “Important
Safeguards” section and also follow all detailed
instructionseven if you are familiar with a similar appliance.

Keep this guide handy for future reference.

VM400 Parts Identification

1. Telescopic chrome tube

2. Rotary hose

3. Accessories compartment

4. Filter

5. Electronic speed control

6. Electronic dust bag indicator

7. ON/OFF switch

8. Auto cord rewind

9. Roller brush

VM650 Parts Identification

1. Telescopic chrome tube

2. Rotary hose

3. Accessories compartment

4. HEPA Filter

5. Electronic speed control

6. Electronic dust bag indicator

7. ON/OFF switch

8. Auto cord rewind

9. Chrome roller brush

VM800 Parts Identification

1. Battery compartment

2. Infra red remote control

3. Telescopic chrome tube

4. Rotary hose

5. Accessories compartment

6. HEPAFilter

7. ON/OFF switch

8. Electronic dust bag indicator

9. LEDdisplay

10. Auto cord rewind

11. Chrome roller brush

VM400

VM650

VM800

IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS

When using electrical appliances, in order to reduce the risk
of fire, electric shock, and/or injury to persons, basic safety
precautions should be followed, including the following:

• Read all instructions carefully, even if you are familiar
with the appliance.

• To protect against the risk of electric shock, DO NOT
IMMERSE the appliance,cord set or plug in water or
other liquids.

• To clean, wipe the exterior with a damp cloth.

• Close supervision is necessary when any appliance
is used by or near children. Never leave an appliance
unattended when in use.

•Switch off and remove the plug from the power outlet
when not in use before assembling or disassembling
parts, and pull from power outlet. Never pull the cord.

• Do not operate any appliance with a damaged cord
or plug, or after the appliance malfunctions, or is
dropped or damaged in any manner. Return the
complete appliance to your nearest authorised
service facility for examination, electrical repair,
mechanical repair or adjustment.

• The use of attachments or accessories not
recommended or sold by this appliance manufacturer
may result in fire, electric shock or personal injury.

• Do not let the cord hang over the edge of a table,
counter, or touch hot surfaces.

• Avoid touching hot surfaces, use handles and knobs.

• Do not operate or place any part of this appliance on
or near any hot surfaces (such as gas or electric
burner or in a heated oven).

• Do not abuse the cord. Never carry the appliance by
the cord or yank it to disconnect it from the outlet;
instead, grasp the plug and pull to disconnect.

• When using an extension cord with your appliance,
make sure the extension cord is correctly wired and
rated for its use.

• This product is intended for household use only.

•Do not attempt to repair the appliance yourself;
instead, take it to your Black & Decker-Owned or
Authorised Service Centre for repair.

• This appliance is not intended for use by young or
infirm persons without supervision.

• Children must be supervised to ensure they do not
play with this appliance.

BLACK & DECKER HOME APPLIANCE
2 FULL YEAR WARRANTY

Black & Decker provides a 2 Full Year Warranty for this
product from the date of purchase against defects due to
defective materials or workmanship. Motor/element burn­outs due to voltage fluctuations are not covered under
warranty. If the product should become defective within
the warranty period, Black & Decker will repair or replace

it free of charge.
The warranty provisions do not cover failure due to

accident, misuse, abuse, negligence or non observation of
local regulations on the part of the user. Equally, the
warranty provisions do not apply where the appliance has
been serviced by a person not authorised by Black &
Decker or serviced with non-approved parts and this has
contributed to the fault of the product. Superseded models
without a replacement equivalent will either be repaired
or (at Black & Decker’s discretion) replaced with another
product of similar retail value.

MAKING A CLAIM

Take your defective product together with the Warranty
Registration Card & purchase receipt to your local service
Centre. You can either do this in person or send it freight
prepaid. If mailing or shipping your appliance, ensure the
unit is packed carefully in a sturdy carton with enough
packing material to prevent damage. Include a note
describing the problem to the Service Centre and be sure
to give your return address.

DESIGNED FOR DOMESTIC PURPOSES
ONLY

YOUR VACUUM CLEANER FEATURES

• VM400: 1400 watts of power tackles most jobs
VM650: 1600 watts of power tackles tough jobs
VM800: 1800 watts of power for extreme cleaning

• VM400: 2.0 litre dustbag
VM650: 4.5 litre dustbag
VM800: 4.5 litre dustbag

• Chrome telescopic tube combines stylish looks with
durability and convenience

• Roller brush makes it convenient to use and
minimizes fatigue

• VM400 & VM650: Electronic speed control for
greater control and a variety of tasks.
VM800: Remote speed control on handle (VM1800
only) for ease, greater control and a variety of tasks

• 360° rotary hose for easy manoeuvring

• Accessory compartment stores accessories neatly
and reduces clutter

• Foot pedal control - stylish and convenient

• Automatic cord rewinder for convenient usage

• VM800/V650: HEPA (High Efficiency Particulate Air)

filter system for a cleaner, healthier environment.

HOW TO USE YOUR VACUUM CLEANER

Assembling the appliance

This appliance is designed for vacuuming small households.
Before first use, please ensure that all the filters are

installed correctly.
VM800 only: The VM800 vacuum is equipped with an infra-

red remote control, hence please follow the instructions.

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Extend the chrome tube to the desired length by pressing
on the button and pulling the tube apart.

To attach the flexible hose to the vacuum cleaner, push
the end of the pivoting head on the flexible hose into the
attachment point of the vacuum cleaner. Make sure that
the plug is correctly inserted into the socket. To remove
the flexible hose from the vacuum cleaner, press on the
two buttons situated on either side of the pivoting head
then pull upwards to remove it from the attachment point.

Any of the accessories can be fitted onto the end of the
tubes.

The floor accessory has two positions:
Hard Floor (tiles, parquet floors, etc.) position - The

cleaning tool’s brush must be in the lower position. Press
on the rocker switch to lower it.

Carpet or Rug position - The cleaning tool’s brush should
be raised. Press the rocker switch to lift the brush up. Only
the flat part of the tool is in contact with the floor.

Pull the mains lead out to the desired length and plug it
into a standard domestic outlet. If the supply cord is
damaged, it must be replaced with another made by the
same manufacturer or take it to an authorised Black &
Decker service centre. The cable must be managed and
routed so as to avoid tripping hazard during use.

Press the foot pedal to start the vacuum cleaner. To stop it,
press the pedal again.

The flexible hose handle has a manual air flow regulator
which allows you to briefly alter the suction level (Not on
VM800): the more open the regulator is, the weaker the
suction level. With the electronic speed control, you can
choose the power appropriate for the task.

The order of usages from low to high is as below

1. Curtains, delicate fabrics.

2. Armchairs, sofas, cushions, mattresses

3. Everyday tasks on dirty floors

4. Hard floors

5. Ordinary rugs and carpets

Using the Remote Control (VM800)

Using the Controls

The Remote Control handle operates by infra-red. You can
use it to turn the vacuum on and off and control the
suction by use of the Min., Max. and Auto buttons. This
gives you fingertip control for different applications.

Replacing the Batteries

If the function of the remote control starts to fail, this is
generally an indication the batteries need replacing. Hold
the end of the handle and open the battery cabinet. Press
the spring in the battery cabinet and take it out gently.
Repeat the process to remove the old battery. Replace
with the new battery.

On/Off button: To switch the
vacuum on or off. The red LED
indicates the unit is plugged in but
switched off. The green LED
indicates the vacuum is running.

Min. Button: Reduces the amount
of suction.

Max. Button: increases the amount
of suction.

Auto Button: With the roller brush in
position, the Auto function applies
the correct amount of suction
applicable to the floor vacuuming
requirements.

Using the Accessories

Open the accessory storage compartment. These
accessories can fit on to the tubes or directly on to the end
of the flexible hose handle. The small cleaning tool is used
for upholstered furniture. The crevice nozzle is used for
radiators, skirting boards, hard to reach corners, etc. The
brush which fits on to the small cleaning tool is used for
lampshades or polished surfaces.

If you wish to pause briefly during vacuuming i.e. to move
a small piece of furniture or a rug, use the special parking
position on your vacuum cleaner. Slide the hook attached
to the large cleaning tool into the slot on the rear of the
appliance.

When you have finished vacuuming, press the pedal to
stop the appliance then unplug it at the mains and press
your foot on the pedal to automatically rewind the cord.

You can move or store your appliance in a vertical position
by sliding the hook on the large cleaning tool into the clip
on the underside of the appliance. This practical system
allows you to carry the vacuum cleaner around in one
hand and to store it in the minimum of space.

HOW TO CARE FOR YOUR
VACUUM CLEANER

Your appliance is equipped with a fabric dust bag. If you
notice that the vacuum cleaner seems to be less efficient
than usual, check the dust indicator by selecting the
maximum power and lifting the cleaning tool off the floor. If
it turns red, change the bag.

To change the dustbag, turn off the appliance and unplug
it. Lift up the catch to gain access to the dustbag
compartment and raise the cover. Pull the handle up to
remove the bag holder. Hold the bag upside down to
release into bin. Please be careful so that it does not
overturn. Do not forget to regularly clean the dustbag and
filter. The efficiency of your cleaner and the life of the
motor depends on it.

Clean the vacuum cleaner body with a damp cloth. Do not
use any abrasives.

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Change of Filters

Motor protection filter

The filter is located in the dust bag compartment and
protects the motor from dust. To reach this filter, lift up the
grill which secures it and replace it with a new one after
emptying the dust bag 5 times

Attention: Do not use the vacuum cleaner without the
motor protection filter.

Air outlet filter

Filters the air which is expelled. Pull on its holding clip to
take it out of its housing. When fitting the new filter, make
sure to secure it correctly with the clip. Replace it after
every 5 dust bag emptying.

DUST BAG INDICATOR

When the indicator light comes on or when the suction
power reduces substantially, this indicates that you should
change/empty the dust bag.

Attention: If after inserting a new dust bag, the indicator
light stays on, this could be for several reasons -

• Suction passages (flexible and extension tubes,
suction inlet, floor brushes and nozzles obstructed)

• Motor suction filter dirty

• Air outlet filter dirty

Check carefully which of these causes is making the light
go on and correct it so that the vacuum cleaner can work
normally. If you cannot locate the cause, bring the
appliance to the nearest after-sales service centre.

Do not work with the vacuum with this indicator light on,
for this could cause irreparable damage to the motor.

DONT’S

• Never put the appliance in water.

• Do not touch the plug or the vacuum cleaner with
wet hands.

• Do not use your vacuum cleaner outside the house,
on wet surfaces, or to pick up wet or humid dirt.

• Do not use the vacuum cleaner on animals.

• Do not suck up inflammable liquids such as cleaning
fluids, gasoline etc. or their vapours. Never suck up
water or any other liquids

• Do not vacuum hard, sharp or over sized large objects,
matches, hot ashes, cigarette butts or similar materials.

• Do not use the vacuum cleaner without it’s dust bag
or motor protection and air outlet filters.

• Take care not to trap fingers while removing and
emptying the dustbag.

• Replace/empty the dust bag and filters after picking
up fine dust such as cement, very fine sand, flour, etc.

• Do not use the cleaner if there is any obstruction in it’s
passages, for this may dangerously overheat the motor.

• Please pay attention while cleaning stairs.

• Please be careful with the cord so that it does not
become a tripping hazard.

• If the supply cord is damaged, please take the unit to
an authorised Black & Decker service centre to
replace it with a new cord made by the manufacturer.

DUST BAG EMPTYING

Make sure to empty the dust bag after every five uses. The
motor life will be effected if worked with full dust bag.
Avoid inhaling the dust when emptying the dust bag.

WARRANTY CLAUSE

Black & Decker offers a full two year warranty for this
appliance from the date of purchase against defects due
to defective material or workmanship. Accessories
including hose and tube are not included in the warranty.
Warranty will not cover misuses by the consumer or
motor burnout and melting of parts due to non
emptying/cleaning of dust bags/filters.

PROTECTING THE ENVIRONMENT

Should you find one day that your tool needs replacement,
or if it is of no further use to you, think of the protection of
the environment. Black & Decker Authorised Service
Centres with accept old Black & Decker tools and ensure
that they are disposed of in an environmentally safe way.

THE BLACK & DECKER
AFTER SALES SERVICE

All Black & Decker products are scrupulously tested
before leaving the factory. However, in the case of your
vacuum cleaner being defective, please take it to your
nearest Black & Decker Authorised Service Centre.

THE BLACK & DECKER GUARANTEE

If a Black & Decker product becomes defective due to
faulty materials or workmanship during the guarantee
period following purchase, we guarantee to repair/replace
it free of charge, provided that:

• The product has not been misused.

• Repairs have not been attempted by persons other than

our own Service Staff or the Staff of Authorised
Repairers.

• Proof of purchase date is produced.

This guarantee is offered as an extra benefit and is
additional to consumers’ statutory rights.

Australia (Head Office)

20 Fletcher Road,
MOOROOLBARK, Victoria 3138
Tel: [phone] Fax: [phone]

New Zealand

81 Hugo Johnson Drive, Penrose, Auckland,
New Zealand. Tel: [phone] Fax: [phone]

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AUSTRALIA

Black & Decker (Australia) Pty Ltd

20 Fletcher Road, MOOROOLBARK, Vic 3138

Tel: [phone]

Fax: [phone]

Service Department:

Tel: [phone]

Fax: [phone]

For Repair or Service

See “Electric Tools-Retail and/or Repairs” section

of Yellow Pages, otherwise

Tel: [phone] to be connected to

your nearest Service Agent.

NEW ZEALAND

Black & Decker New Zealand

81 Hugo Johnson Drive

PENROSE AUCKLAND NZ

Customer Service:

Tel: [phone]

Fax: [phone]

FreeFax: 0800 339 258

Service Centre:

Tel: [phone]

DO NOT MAIL THIS CARD TO BLACK & DECKER. RETAIN THIS CARD IN CASE OF A CLAIM.

UPON PURCHASE

Fill in the Warranty Registration Section of the card and attach your purchase receipt to the top corner of the card. Retain in case of claims in the future.

MAKING A CLAIM

Take your defective product together with the Warranty Registration Card and purchase receipt to your local Black & Decker Authorised Service Centre. You can either do

this in person or send freight prepaid. If mailing or shipping your appliance, ensure to remove any liquids from the product (if applicable) and pack it carefully in a sturdy

carton with enough packing material to prevent damage. Include a note describing the problem to the Service Centre and be sure to give your telephone number and return

address.

AUSTRALIA / NEW ZEALAND

AUSTRALIA / NEW ZEALAND

ATTACH

RECEIPT HERE

Black & Decker welcomes you as a purchaser of this product from our range of Home Workshop and Garden

Tools and Accessories. All our products are engineered and manufactured to ensure the highest standards of

reliability and performance during use, and are supported in After Sales Service by a wide network of Black &

Decker Authorised Service Centres.

BLACK & DECKER SUPPLEMENTARY GUARANTEE

Subject to the conditions stated below, Black & Decker guarantees that it will correct by repair or parts

replacement, without charge, any defect in the product which this Guarantee Card accompanies (“Product”)

arising from faulty workmanship or materials where such defect arises within two years from the date of

purchase of the product. A product subject to claim under this guarantee should be returned as a complete unit

to the most convenient Black & Decker Authorised Service Centre or Agent.

CONDITIONS

The Black & Decker Supplementary Guarantee does not apply in the following cases:

•
where the product has been used for trade or industrial purposes;

•
where any defect or failure is attributed to accident, misuse, abuse, negligence or

non-observance of local regulations on the part of the owner or user; or

•
where the product has been serviced by a person not authorised by Black & Decker to do

so, or with non-approved parts; or

•
where any defect or failure is attributed to loose accessories.

In order to enforce the Black & Decker Supplementary Guarantee, proof of purchase is required (Guarantee

Card and store receipt). The period of the Black & Decker Supplementary Guarantee begins from the original

date of purchase notwithstanding any subsequent repair or parts replacement. No Guarantees other than

contained in this document, whether written or verbal, are authorised to be made on behalf of Black & Decker.

All other conditions and guarantees whether expressed or implied by law, are, to the extent permitted by law,

hereby excluded. The Black & Decker Supplementary Guarantee does not apply outside Australia

and New Zealand.

PURCHASERS’ STATUTORY RIGHTS

The Black & Decker Supplementary Guarantee set out above does not exclude any conditions or

guarantees that may be mandatory by law, and your attention is drawn to the provisions of 0the

Consumer Guarantee Act 1993 (New Zealand only), Trade Practices Act 1974 and State legislation

(Australia only), which confers rights upon consumers. The Black & Decker Supplementary Guarantee

is in addition to any rights conferred on a consumer under the Act, where applicable, and any other

rights provided under applicable legislation.

WARRANTY REGISTRATION

Name:

Address:

Postcode:

Phone:

Product Code: Description:

Date of Purchase: Retailer’s Name:

GUARANTEE CARD

AUSTRALIA / NEW ZEALAND 2 YEAR REPAIR GUARANTEE

RETAIN THIS CARD