Black & Decker Vp900 Instruction Manual

VP900

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On the purchase of your Black & Decker Paintmate.

T o ensure the best results from your Paintmate please read these safety and usage instructions carefully. If you have any questions or queries after reading this manual concerning the Paintmate or the paint, please do not hesitate to call either Black & Decker or Dulux using the numbers shown towards the back of this manual.

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Safety instructions Additional Paintmate safety instructions Unwanted tools and the environment

The Black & Decker guarantee After sales service for your Black & Decker product Our after sales service policy Accessories Features

Preparing your Paintmate Operating your Paintmate

Handy hints Cleaning after use T r ouble shooting guide EC declaration of conformity Black & Decker and Dulux phone numbers and addresses Guarantee card

Paintmate user manual

SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Warning! When using electric tools, the following

basic safety precautions should always be taken to reduce the risk of fire, electric shock and personal injury. Read all these instructions before attempting to operate the product and save this booklet.

FOR SAFE OPERATION:

• Keep the work area clean. Cluttered areas and benches invite injuries.

• Consider the work area environment. Do not expose your Paintmate to rain and do not use in damp or wet locations. Keep the work area well lit. Do not use in the prescence of flammable liquids or gases.

• Keep children away. Do not let visitors touch your Paintmate. All visitors should be kept away from the work area.

• Store idle tools. When not in use, your Paintmate should be stored in a dry, high or locked place, out of reach of children.

• Do not force your Paintmate. It will do the job better and more safely at the rate for which it was intended.

• Use the right tool. Do not force small tools or attachments to do the job of a heavy duty tool.

• Dress properly. Do not wear loose clothing or jewellery as they can be caught in moving parts. Rubber gloves and non-skid footwear are recommended when working outdoors. Wear protective hair covering to contain long hair.

• Use safety glasses. Use a face or dust mask as well, if working overhead.

• Do not overreach. Keep proper footing and balance at all times.

• Maintain the tool with care. Keep your Paintmate clean for better and safer performance. Follow the instructions for cleaning and changing accessories. Keep the handles dry, clean and free from oil and grease.

• Remove batteries when not in use.

• Avoid unintentional starting. Ensure the switch is off when inserting batteries.

• Stay alert. Watch what you are doing, use common sense and do not operate your Paintmate when tired.

• Check damaged parts. Before further use of your Paintmate, any part that is damaged should be carefully checked to determine whether it will operate properly and perform its intended function. Check for alignment of moving parts, free running of moving parts, breakage of parts, mounting and any other conditions that may affect its operation. A guard or other part that is damaged should be properly repaired or replaced by an authorised service agent unless otherwise indicated in this use

manual. Have defective switches replaced by an authorised service agent. Do not use your Paintmate if the switch does not turn it on and off.

• Warning! The use of any accessory or attachment, other than recommended in this user manual, may present a risk of personal injury.

• Have your Paintmate repaired by a qualified person. The electrical tool is in accordance with the relevant safety requirements. Repairs should only be carried out by qualified persons using original spare parts, otherwise, this may result in considerable danger to the user.

• Your Paintmate complies with legal requirements in force relating to radio and television suppression.

ADDITIONAL PAINTMATE SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Important! On delivery, your Paintmate cordless

painting product requires battery power in order to operate. This may be supplied in one or two ways:

• By use of a single Black & Decker Versapak rechargeable battery. Always ensure your Versapak rechargeable battery is fully charged using a Versapak battery charger before use.

• By use of three size C (L14) Alkaline batteries.

Safety

• Never use solvents to clean any part of your Paintmate. Only use water and mild soap if necessary.

• Do not place any sharp or abrasive objects in your Paintmate.

• Wipe any paint spills from the unit with a damp cloth, do not immerse the main unit"∫ö water.

• Only use recommended Dulux Handypack paint refills.

• Do not re-use empty Handypacks.

• If the Handypack appears to be damaged or torn, it should not be used.

• Ensure all connections are correctly made before turning the unit on.

• Do not angle the brush towards your face when pressing the trigger .

• Do not place your Paintmate near a heat source, such as an open fire.

• Do not lean forward excessively when your Paintmate is mounted on your back, as it may slip forward and hit your head.

• Do not lift or drag your Paintmate with the handset and tube.

Save these instructions! UNWANTED TOOLS AND THE ENVIRONMENT

Should you find one day that your Paintmate needs replacement or is of no further use, think

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of the protection of the environment. Black & Decker authorised service agents will accept old products and will dispose of them in an environmentally safe way.

THE BLACK & DECKER GUARANTEE (UK, AUSTRALIA AND NEW ZEALAND ONL Y)

If your Paintmate becomes defective due to faulty materials and workmanship, within 24 months from the date of purchase, we guarantee to either replace all defective parts or at our discretion, replace the unit free of charge provided that:

• Your Paintmate is returned to us or our authorised repairers with evidence of date of purchase.

• Your Paintmate has not been used for trade, professional or hire purposes.

• Your Paintmate has not been subjected to misuse or neglect.

• Your Paintmate has not sustained any damage through foreign objects, substances or accidents.

• Repairs have not been attempted by anyone other than our authorised repair agents.

This guarantee is offered as an extra benefit and is additional to the customers statutory rights.

AFTER SALES SERVICE FOR YOUR BLACK & DECKER PRODUCT (UK, AUSTRALIA AND NEW ZEALAND ONL Y)

Black & Decker offers a nationwide network of authorised service agents. The use of other than genuine Black & Decker accessories and parts may damage or reduce the performance of your Paintmate and may also endanger the user. The terms and conditions of the warranty may also be effected.

THE AFTER SALES SERVICE POLICY (UK, AUSTRALIA AND NEW ZEALAND ONL Y)

It is our aim that all Black & Decker customers should be totally satisfied with their Black & Decker product and after sales service, but if help or advice is needed please contact a local Black & Decker authorised repair agent manager who will be happy to help. Full details of our unique after sales service can be obtained from any of our Black & Decker authorised repair agents.

ACCESSORIES

The performance of any power tool is dependant upon the accessory used. Black & Decker accessories are engineered to high quality standards and are designed to enhance the performance of your Paintmate. Buying a Black & Decker accessory will ensure that you get the very best from your Black & Decker Paintmate.

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