Black & Decker Vn1400p Owner's Manual

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INSTRUCTION MANUAL

CATALOG NUMBERS VN2200 VN1400P

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KEY INFORMATION YOU SHOULD KNOW

• Your Black & Decker vacuum cleaner has been designed to vacuum dry substances. This product is intended for household use only.

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IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS

When using electrical appliances, basic safety precautions should always be followed, including the following:

PLEASE READ AND UNDERSTAND ALL INSTRUCTIONS CAREFULLY BEFORE USING THE UNIT.

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 hazardous situation which, if not

avoided, may result in minor or moderate injury.

CAUTION: Used without the safety alert symbol indicates potentially a

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

WARNING: Injury to pets. Do not use directly on animals.

WARNING: To reduce the risk of fire, electrical shock or injury:

• 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.

• Make sure that the appliance is switched off before connecting to or disconnecting from the power supply.

• Always take care when using the appliance.

• Do not use the appliance outdoors.

• If the power supply cord is damaged during use, disconnect the appliance from the power supply immediately. Do not touch the power supply cord before disconnecting from the power supply.

• Disconnect the appliance from the power supply when not in use, before fitting or removing parts and before cleaning.

• 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.

• Have any damaged or defective parts repaired or replaced by an authorised repair agent.

• Before use, check the power supply cord for signs of damage, ageing and wear.

• Do not use the appliance if the power supply cord or mains plug is damaged or defective.

• If the power supply cord or mains plug is damaged or defective it must be repaired by an authorised repair agent in order to avoid a hazard. Do not cut the power supply cord and do not attempt to repair it yourself.

• Never attempt to remove or replace any parts other than those specified in this manual.

• Do not leave appliance when plugged in. Unplug from outlet when not in use and before servicing.

• Use indoors only. Do not use on wet surfaces.

• Do not store outdoors or on wet surfaces. To prevent tripping accidents, store vacuum after each use.

• Close supervision is necessary when any appliance is used near children. Do not allow to be used as a toy.

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• Use only as described in this manual. Use only manufacturer’s recommended attachments.

• Do not operate any appliance with a damaged cord or plug or after the appliance malfunctions, is left outdoors, dropped into water or is damaged in any manner. Return the appliance to any authorized service facility.

• Do not pull or carry by cord, do not use cord as a handle, do not 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 plug or appliance with wet hands.

• Do not put any object into unit openings. Do not use with any openings 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, moving parts and rotating brush.

• Keep end of hose, wands and other openings away from your face and body.

• Use extra caution when cleaning on stairs.

• Keep work areas well lit.

• Do not vacuum any electrical appliances while they are plugged in.

• Do not use this product to pick up sharp objects, metallic debris or large, solid objects (i.e., rocks or pebbles), as product damage may result.

• Do not use to pick up any liquids, toxic substances, flammable or combustible liquids such as gasoline or use in areas where they may be present.

• Do not place or drop the product into water or other liquids, if the product falls into water, immediately unplug it from the electrical outlet. Do not touch or reach into the water.

• Do not use this product while standing in water or on wet surfaces.

• Do not vacuum burning or smoking materials, such as lit cigarette butts, matches or hot ashes.

• Do not use on or near hot surfaces. Keep cord away from heated surfaces.

• Do not use without dirt bowl and filters in place.

• Turn off the switch before unplugging.

• Use only extension cords UL-rated or cUL at 15 amperes. Extension cords rated for less amperage may overheat. Care should be taken to arrange the cord so that the cord cannot be pulled or tripped over.

• Using improper voltage may result in damage to the motor and possible injury to the user. Correct voltage is listed on the rating label.

• Always wear the appropriate shoes and clothing while operating this product.

• Do not allow children or any person unfamiliar with these instructions to use the appliance.

• Do not allow children or animals to come near the work area or to touch the appliance or power supply cord.

• When not in use, the appliance should be stored in a dry place. Children should not have access to stored appliances.

• Use only extension cords rated UL/cUL or UL/CSA at 15 amperes.

Additional Safety Warnings for

Vacuum Cleaners

• Do not use the appliance near water. Do not immerse the appliance in water.

• Keep the motor draught away from your eyes and face.

• Do not use damaged accessories.

• Before use, always make sure that the filter is correctly seated.

• Do not immerse the appliance in water.

• Keep the air exhaust away from your eyes and face.

• Do not carry the appliance at the container handle.

• Always work from bottom up when using the appliance on stairs, and keep the appliance at least a stair below your working position.

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• Do not use the appliance without the Multi Surface Suction Head or another suitable accessory mounted to the tube.

• The canister vacuum is a very powerful unit. Make sure to hold firmly when starting and in use.

• Use only Black & Decker accessories.

Safety Instructions: Polarized Plugs

To reduce the risk of electric shock, this equipment has a polarized plug (one blade is wider than the other). Polarized connections will fit together only one way. If the power cord plug does not fit fully into the receptacle, reverse the plug. If it still does not fit fully into the outlet, contact a qualified electrician to install the proper outlet. Do not change the vacuum power cord in any way.

WARNING: Always unplug the product from the electrical outlet

before assembling, opening or emptying the container, or connecting/disconnecting the attachments.

CAUTION: Keep the suction intake opening free from obstruction at

all times; otherwise the motor will overheat and product damage may result.

WARNING: This product contains chemicals, including lead, known

to the State of California to cause cancer, and birth defects or other reproductive harm. Wash hands after handling.

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.

CAUTION: The vacuum could move unexpectedly if the air inlet is

suddenly blocked.

IMPORTANT: Washing filters improves vacuum performance. Make sure all filters are completely dry before inserting back in the hand vacuum.

This appliance is intended for household use only and not for commercial or industrial use.

This appliance includes some or all of the following features.

Polarized Plug

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

Functional Description

1. Hose

2. Container handle

3. Filter cleaning switch

4. On/off switch

5. Handle

6. Cord rewind button

7. Multi surface suction head

8. Wheels

9. Container

10. Extension tube

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VN1400P

11. Airflow control switch In addition, this appliance is supplied with some or all of the following accessories (fig. A):

12. Crevice tool

13. Brush tool

14. Hard Surface Head (VN2010 / VN2200) 15a. Large Turbo brush (VN2200 / VN1400P) 15b. Mini Pet Hair Turbo Brush (VN1400P)

The Hard Surface Head is not included with all models. This accessory is available from your Black & Decker dealer / service centre (cat. no. WV100). The turbo brush is not included with all models. This accessory is available from your Black & Decker dealer / service centre (cat. No. WV200). The Mini Pet Hair Turbo brush is not included with all models. This accessory is available from your Black & Decker teleservices at

1-800-544-6986.

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Connecting the hose (fig. A)

• Insert the hose connector (16) into the inlet (17) of the appliance.

• Line up the hose connector tabs with the slots in the inlet.

• Slide the hose further until the release buttons (18) (2 positions) click into place.

• To disconnect the hose, press the release buttons (18) (2 positions) and pull out the hose.

Mounting the extension tube (fig. A)

• Press the lock button (19) and slide the hose nozzle (20) into the tube (10) until it clicks into place.

• To remove the tube (10), press the lock button and pull the hose nozzle (20) out of the tube.

Mounting the multi surface suction head (fig. A)

The multi surface suction head (7) allows for vacuuming on carpet and hard surfaces (e.g. laminate and tiles).

• Press the lock button (21) and slide the tube (10) into the head (7) until it clicks into place.

• To remove the head (7), press the lock button (21) and pull the tube (10) out of the head (7).

Assembly

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VN2010/VN2200 - Mounting the Hard Surface Head (fig. A)

The Hard Surface Head (14) allows for vacuuming on wooden and polished surfaces.

• Press the lock button (21) and slide the tube (10) into the head (14) until it clicks into place.

• To remove the head (14), press the lock button (21) and pull the tube (10) out of the head.

VN2200/VN1400P - Mounting the Mini and Large Turbo Brush (fig. A 15a & 15b)

WARNING: Injury to pets. Do not use directly on animals.

The turbo brush (15a & 15b) allows for vacuuming on cut pile carpeting. The brush is particularly useful for picking up hair, threads, etc., as well as for refreshing trodden-down carpet pile.

• Press the lock button (21) and slide the tube (10) into the head (15a & 15b) until it clicks into place.

• To remove the head (15a & 15b), press the lock (21) button and pull the tube (10) out of the head.

Mounting accessories (fig. A)

The crevice tool (12) allows for vacuuming in narrow and hard to-reach places. The brush tool (13) allows for vacuuming on furniture, blinds, curtains, windows and stairs. The accessories can be mounted on both the hose (1) and the tube (10).

• Press the lock button (19 or 21) and slide the accessory onto the hose nozzle (20) or the tube (10).

• To remove an accessory, press the lock button (19 or 21) and pull the accessory off.

When not in use, the accessories can be stored on the accessory holder (22). The accessory holder is stored on the hose nozzle. This is clipped into place, to remove pull way from the hose nozzle. The tools are stored as shown in fig. A.

Unwinding and rewinding the cord

The cord rewind button (6) can be operated by hand or foot.

• Before use, pull a sufficient length of cord from the back of the appliance.

• After use, press the cord rewind button (6) to store the cord back into place. Manually guide the cord to ensure it does not swing back. Ensure the plug is correctly located.

Adjusting the length of the tube (fig. B)

The extension tube (10) is made up of three pieces.

• To extend the middle / lower two pieces, press the lower adjustment button (23) and slide out the tube fully until it clicks into place.

• The upper two pieces can be adjusted in 11 steps. Press the upper adjustment button knob (24) and slide the tube to the desired length. Make sure that the tube clicks into place.

Adjusting the suction head (fig. A)

• For vacuuming on carpets, switch the floor surface selector (25) into the up position.

• For vacuuming on laminates, tiles, etc., switch the floor surface selector (25) into the down position.

Switching on and off

• The on/off switch (4) can be operated by hand or foot.

• To switch the appliance on, press the on/off switch (4).

• To switch the appliance off, press the on/off switch (4) again.

Adjusting the airflow (fig. B)

• Rotate the airflow control switch (11) to adjust the airflow as desired. Max and min positions are shown.

Use

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Vacuuming

• When operating the appliance, make sure that the hose is not trapped, twisted or blocked

• In case of overheating, a cut-out will operate and the appliance will automatically stop.

• If the appliance stops operating, unplug the appliance and allow it to cool for 2-3 hours.

Hints for optimum use

• When working in confined spaces, temporarily remove the accessory holder from the tube to improve your scope.

• When vacuuming stairs, always start at the bottom and work your way up. Position the appliance on the floor and do the stairs until halfway. Then carry the appliance to a stable position which is at least one stair below your working position, and do the top half of the stairs.

VN2200/VN1400P - Using the turbo brushes (fig. A)

• Take care that the speed control switch is at the highest setting. Move the slider on top of the brush as necessary to optimise the suction force.

• Move the brush steadily back and forth. Do not keep the brush on the same place for a long time, as this might damage the surface.

Carrying the appliance (fig. C)

During use the appliance can be carried using the handle (5).

• Tilt the handle into position as shown.

Temporarily parking the multi surface suction head (fig. D)

• Use the park position for a temporary parking of the multi surface suction head.

Storing the appliance (fig. E & F)

WARNING: When storing the appliance, switch the appliance off

and unplug it.

• Make sure that the cord is fully rewound.

• Place the appliance in an upright position.

• Wrap the hose around the appliance.

• Insert the multi surface suction head hook (26) into the recess in the appliance.

• Push the tube until the locking device (27) inserts into the corresponding recess in the appliance as shown. The locking device (27) engages automatically.

• Store the appliance in a dry location. The appliance can be carried by the container handle (2).

• To take the tube from the appliance for use, press the lever on the locking device (27) on the back of the tube and pull the tube away from the unit and lift the tube and head out of the parking slots.

IMPORTANT: UNPLUG VACUUM BEFORE PERFORMING ANY MAINTENANCE.

Use only mild soap and a damp cloth to clean your vacuum. Never let any liquid get inside the vacuum; never immerse any part of the vacuum into a liquid.

Note: Make sure the vacuum is completely dry before using it.

Your Black & Decker tool has been designed to operate over a long period of time with a minimum of maintenance. Continuous satisfactory operation depends upon proper tool care and regular cleaning.

Maintenance

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Cleaning the filter

The appliance is fitted with a filter cleaning feature.

• After every use switch the appliance off but don't unplug from the mains.

• Ensure the container is securely in place.

• Press the filter cleaning switch (3) and the filter cleaning cycle will run for 10 seconds, after which it will automatically switch off. During the 10 seconds, the auto cleaning system cleans the filter.

• The plug can now be removed from the socket.

This will ensure that the next time the appliance is used the performance is at its optimum. Note: The appliance is designed to prevent vacuuming during the filter cleaning cycle. If the vacuum is switched on during the filter cleaning cycle, the filter cleaning cycle will stop.

WARNING: Before performing any maintenance or cleaning on the

appliance, unplug the appliance.

• Regularly clean the ventilation slots in your appliance using a soft brush or dry cloth.

• Regularly clean the motor housing using a damp cloth. Do not use any abrasive or solvent-based cleaner.

VN2200/VN1400P - Clearing the large turbo brush (fig. G)

• Remove any hair or threads collected onto the brush (28). Use a pair of scissors if necessary.

• Remove the cover (29) to remove any foreign objects blocking the air turbine (30). Refit the cover.

Emptying the container (fig. H & I)

The container (9) must be emptied when the dirt fills to the maximum mark indicated on the bin.

• Remove the container (9) from the appliance by pressing the two release buttons (31) and lifting the container out of the appliance.

• Press the lower door latch (32) to release the dirt.

• Empty the container as necessary.

• Clean the filter as described below.

• Close the lower door and make sure that it clicks into place.

• Re-fit the container (9) into the appliance, make sure that the release buttons (31) click into place.

• Press the filter cleaning switch (3) and the filter cleaning cycle will run for 10 seconds, after which it will automatically switch off. This will ensure that the next time the appliance is used, the performance will be at it's optimum.

Cleaning

WARNING: Before cleaning and maintenance, switch the ppliance

off and unplug it.

• From time to time wipe the appliance with a damp cloth. Do not use any abrasive or solvent-based cleaner. Do not immerse the appliance in water.

Cleaning the container filters (fig. H - K)

The container filters prevent dust and dirt from entering the motor housing. The filters are re-usable and should be cleaned periodically.

• Remove the container from the appliance (fig. H).

• Press the lower door latch (32) to release the lower door (fig. I).

• Remove the pre-filter (33) from the container (9) (fig. J) by rotating anti clockwise.

• Pull the filter (34) off the filter holder (fig. K).

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