Black & Decker fv850 Instructions Manual page 7

Emptying the dust bowl (fig. H & I)
When the dust bowl is full or the filter is clogged, the bowl
should be emptied. Always empty the dust bowl into a waste
bin outdoors.
FV750
Release the bowl (4) by pushing the button (16) forward.
x
While keeping the button in forward position remove the
bowl from the appliance.
Take the filter (17) out of the dust bowl.
x
Empty the dust bowl.
x
Refit the filter.
x
Refit the dust bowl into the appliance. Make sure the dust
x
bowl clicks into place.
FV850
Release the bowl (4) by pushing the button (16) forward.
x
While keeping the button in forward position remove the
bowl from the appliance.
Take the filter holder (18) out of the dust bowl.
x
Empty the dust bowl.
x
Open the cover (19) as shown (fig. I).
x
Pull the filter (17) out of the filter holder (19).
x
Refit the filter.
x
Refit the cover
x
Refit the dust bowl into the appliance. Make sure the dust
x
bowl clicks into place.
Cleaning, maintenance and storage
Your 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.
Frequently clean the filter to avoid overheating.
x
Regularly clean the ventilation slots in your tool using a
x
soft brush.
Regularly clean the motor housing using a damp cloth.
x
Do not use any abrasive or solvent-based cleaner.
Cleaning the dust bowl and the filter (fig. H & I)
The filter is reusable and should be cleaned frequently.
It should be replaced when it is worn or damaged.
Empty the dust bowl as described above.
x
Brush any loose dust off the filter (17).
x
Wash the filter and the dust bowl in warm, soapy water.
x
Make sure that the dust bowl and the filter are
x
completely dry.
Refit the filter.
x
Refit the dust bowl into the appliance. Make sure the dust
x
bowl clicks into place.
FV850 - Replacing the HEPA filter (fig. I)
The HEPA filter reduces the amount of dust exiting the motor
housing to a minimum. The filter should be replaced whenever
worn or damaged. Replacement filters are available from your
Black & Decker dealer.
Empty the dust bowl as described above.
x
Open the cover (19).
x
Remove the old filter (17).
x
Insert the new filter as shown.
x
Refit the cover.
x
Refit the dust bowl into the appliance. Make sure the dust
x
bowl clicks into place.
Storing the appliance (fig. J)
Place the appliance in an upright position.
x
Fold the handle (3).
x
Set the hook (18) to the up position (A).
x
Wind the cord around the upper and the lower hook.
x
To release the cord:
Set the hook (18) to the down position (B) or raise the handle.
x
Mains plug replacement (U.K. & Ireland only)
If a new mains plug needs to be fitted:
Safely dispose of the old plug.
x
Connect the brown lead to the live terminal in the new plug.
x
Connect the blue lead to the neutral terminal.
x
Warning! No connection is to be made to the earth terminal.
Follow the fitting instructions supplied with good quality
plugs. Recommended fuse: 5 A.
Protecting the environment
Separate collection. This product must not be
disposed of with normal household waste.
Should you find one day that your Black & Decker product
needs replacement, or if it is of no further use to you, do not
dispose of it with household waste. Make this product
available for separate collection.
Separate collection of used products and packaging
allows materials to be recycled and used again.
Re-use of recycled materials helps prevent
environmental pollution and reduces the demand for
raw materials.
Local regulations may provide for separate collection of
electrical products from the household, at municipal waste
sites or by the retailer when you purchase a new product.
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