Operation; Maintenance - Black & Decker BV5600 Instruction Manual

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ASSEMBLY
WARNING:
Before
attempting any of the assembly steps
below, ensure product is switched off and
disconnected from the power supply.
ASSEMBLY fOR BLOW MODE
BLOW TUBE ASSEMBLY (fIGURES A-D)
• Fit fan cover (13) as shown in figure A
until audible click is heard.
CAUTION:
CUT HAZARD.
Ensure fan cover (13) is securely seated
and latched into position.
NOTE: Unit will not operate in blow mode
without fan cover in place.
Align the upper and lower tubes as
shown in figure A.
• Push the lower tube firmly into the upper
tube, until the tubes click into place.
• Blow tubes must be assembled to the
power head before use.
• Never operate without both lower and
upper tubes assembled.
• In the interest of safety, it is not intended for
the tubes to be separated once assembled.
• Push the tube assembly onto the power
head until it is in the fully locked in position
and an audible click is heard. (figure B).
CAUTION:
CUT HAZARD.
Ensure the tube assembly is securely seated
and latched into position.
• Use the air concentrator attachment to
target air flow to a tighter area. Add the
attachment to the assembly as shown
in figure C. Push on until hole in tab
engages raised post on tube.
• Use the leaf blaster attachment to rapidly
move air back and forth to remove
stubborn debris from grassy areas. Add
the tube to the assembly as shown
in figure D. Push on until hole in tab
engages raised post on tube. To lock the
leaf blaster attachment and reduce the
back and forth motion, push forward on
the locking tab.
ASSEMBLY fOR VACUUM MODE
REUSABLE BAG (fIGURE E)
• Attach the shoulder collection bag to
the power head as shown in figure E.
• If needed, attach detachable strap to
bag as shown in figure f.
NOTE: BV6000 and BV6600 are supplied
with a detachable strap that can be used
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BV6600 Only, BV6600 Seulement, Solo BV6600
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with both reusable and disposable bags.
DISPOSABLE BAG (fIGURE G) -
BV6000 & BV6600 ONLY
NOTE: Disposable bags are designed for
single use only. Do not empty and reuse.
NOTE: Store bags in a cool, dry location,
do not expose to rain or wet environments
• Attach disposable bag to diffuser as
shown in figure G.
• Slide opening of the bag around the
diffuser so the elastic part of the bag sits
inside the grooves of the collar (G1).
• Wrap the diffuser strap (G2) around the
opening of the bag and fasten the velcro
to securely attach the bag to the diffuser.
• Attach the diffuser to the power head
as shown in figure E.
• Attach detachable strap to bag as
shown in figure f.
VACUUM TUBE ASSEMBLY (fIGURES H-j)
• Vacuum tubes must be assembled
together before use.
• Align the notches and the triangles on
upper and lower tubes. (figure H)
• 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 (13) from the
bottom of the power head by pressing the
spring loaded release button (located on
the back of the power head) and pulling
the cover off (figure I).
• Attach the vacuum tube assembly to the
power head (figure j) by locating the
assembly as indicated by arrow, then
pivot about this point until the locking/
release catch is fully engaged.
REMOVING BLOW TUBE, VAC TUBE OR
COLLECTION BAG (fIGURE I & K)
• To remove the blow tube, vac tube or
shoulder collection bag, depress the
release button on the power head and
pull straight off (figure I & K).

OPERATION

USE AS A BLOWER:
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 plug
from the electrical supply when:
• Changing from blower to vacuum or
back.
• 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.
ON/Off SWITCH (fIGURE L)
BV5600 & BV6000
Your blower/vac is fitted with a two speed
switch located on the top of the power
head below the handle.
• To use in low speed, rotate the knob
clockwise to Position I. To use in high
speed, rotate the knob clockwise to
Position II.
• To turn tool OFF, rotate the knob
counterclockwise to the off position (0).
CORD RETAINER (fIGURE M)
• A cord retainer is incorporated into the
rear of the power head. It can be used in
two different ways:
• To use the cord retainer as shown in
figure M1, hook the extension cord under
the retainer. Then plug the cord from the
power head into the extension cord.
• To use the cord retainer as shown in
figure M2, loop the extension cord over
the power head cord and plug the two
ends into each other. Then hook the
extension cord under the retainer.
BV6600
Your blower/vac is fitted with a variable
speed switch located on the top of the
power head below the handle.
• To turn the tool ON, rotate the knob
clockwise. The further the knob is
rotated, the higher the air speed.
• To turn tool OFF, rotate the knob
counterclockwise to the off position (0).
USE AS A BLOWER (fIGURE N)
WARNING:
Ensure product
is switched off and disconnected from the
power supply.
• Fit fan cover (13) as shown in figure A
until audible click is heard.
CAUTION:
CUT HAZARD.
Ensure fan cover (13) is securely seated
and latched into position.
• Attach the blow tube assembly to the
power head as shown in figure B.
• Connect the cord on the power head to
the power supply (figure M).
• Hold the blow tube approximately 7
inches (180mm) above the ground, turn
the blower/vac on and using a sweeping
motion from side to side, advance slowly
keeping the accumulated debris/leaves in
front of you as shown in figure N.
• Once you have blown the debris/leaves
into a pile, you can convert to vacuum
mode to collect the debris.
• Using the air concentrator will help
remove matted debris and leaves.
• Using the leaf blaster attachment will
help move air back and forth to remove
stubborn debris from grassy areas.
USE AS A VACUUM:
VACUUM MODE (fIGURE O)
WARNING:
Ensure
product is switched off and disconnected
from the power supply.
To fit the leaf collection bag assembly to
product:
• Remove blow tube.
• To assemble the disposable bag to the
power head refer to the "Assembly"
section.
• Remove the fan cover (13) from the
bottom of the power head by pressing the
spring loaded release button (located on
the back of the power head) and pulling
the cover off (figure I).
• Attach the vacuum tube assembly to the
power head (figure j) by locating the
assembly as indicated by arrow, then
pivot about this point until the locking/
release catch is fully engaged and an
audible click is heard..
CAUTION:
CUT HAZARD.
`Ensure the vacuum tube assembly is
securely seated and latched into position.
• Connect the cord on the power head to
the power supply (figure M).
• Position the tube slightly above the debris/
leaves. Turn the blower/vac on, then using
a sweeping motion the debris/leaves will be
sucked up the tube, mulched and deposited
into the collection bag (figure O) .
As the bag fills the power of the suction
will decrease, turn the blower/vac off and
unplug from power supply.
EMPTYING REUSABLE BAG
(fIGURES Q-R)
CAUTION:
NEVER
REMOVE THE COLLECTION BAG
WITHOUT fIRST TURNING Off AND
UNPLUGGING THE VACUUM.
BV6600
• Empty the reusable leaf collection bag by
sliding the retaining bar off the bottom of
the bag as shown in figure Q.
NOTE: If the suction decreases and the bag
is not full, the vacuum tube is probably clogged
with debris. Turn off and unplug the blower/vac
and clear the tube before continuing.
• To reattach the retaining bar, close the
bottom of the shoulder bag by folding the
bi-folds flat as shown in figure R. Slide the
retaining bar over the closed bag.
BV5600 & BV6000:
As bag fills, suction power will decrease.
Switch off product and unplug from power
supply. Unzip reusable bag to empty and
re-zip before continuing to operate,
DISPOSING Of DISPOSABLE BAG
BV6000 & BV6600 (fIGURE T)
WARNING:
Do Not Burn.
Do Not Re-use.
NOTE: Ensure elastic is removed before
disposing of bag.
• To remove the disposable bag, undo the
diffuser strap and slide the bag off of the
diffuser.
• Pull elastic through the hole in the neck
of the bag, cut the elastic, and remove
it from the bag. Tie the rope tightly
to ensure the bag is sealed before
disposing of it (figure T).
• Place another disposable bag on the
diffuser before using the blower/vac again.
NOTES:
• Dispose off bag according to local regulations.
• Store in a cool, dry location, do not
expose to rain or wet environments.
• Dispose of within 6 months of first use.
Disposable Bag Components:
NOTE: Disposable bag is compostable.
• Fabric 100% Polyactic Acid
• Thread 100% Cotton
• Tie 3mm Hemp Rope
RAKE (fIGURE P)
BV6600 is supplied with a rake to pull
debris/leaves into piles for easier collection
when using vacuum mode.
• Attach the rake accessory to the lower
vac tube as shown in figure P.
• With the blower/vac off, use a simple raking
motion to collect debris/leaves into a pile.
• Turn on unit to vacuum up the pile of
debris/leaves.

MAINTENANCE

CLEANING AND STORAGE
TURN Off AND UNPLUG TOOL! (Unplug
extension cord at power source.)
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 Blower/Vac.
When used properly with dry leaves the fan
chamber of your Blower/Vac should remain
clean. If damp earth and debris are ingested
some of the particles may build up on the
inside of the fan chamber. If this happens
the performance of the unit will decrease.
This area can be cleaned out using a
wooden stick as shown in figure S after
disconnecting from the power source. Your
Blower/Vac should be stored in a dry place.
WARNING:
SHOCK
HAZARD. DO NOT POUR OR SPRAY
WATER ON THE TOOL IN AN ATTEMPT
TO CLEAN.
Do not store the tool on or adjacent to
fertilizers or chemicals. Such storage can
cause rapid corrosion of the metal parts.
IMPORTANT:
To assure product
SAFETY and RELIABILITY, repairs,
maintenance and adjustment (other than
those listed in this manual) should be
performed by authorized service centers or
other qualified service personnel, always
using identical replacement parts.
ACCESSORIES
WARNING:
The use of any
accessory not recommended for use with
this tool could be hazardous.
Recommended accessories for use with
your tool are available from your local
dealer or authorized service center. If you
need assistance regarding accessories,
please call: 1-800-544-6986.
SERVICE INfORMATION
All BLACK+DECKER Service Centers
are staffed with trained personnel to
provide customers with efficient and
reliable power tool 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
Two-YEAR LIMITED wARRAnTY
BLACK & DECKER (U.S.) Inc. warranties this
product to be free from defects in material
or workmanship for a period of two (2) 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