Black & Decker FV9601 Manual page 9

Switching on and off (fig. D)
To switch the appliance on, slide the on/off switch (1)
forward one position.
To switch on the brush roller, slide the on/off switch fully
forward. The brush roller is only active when the appliance
is fitted on the lower handle. The brush roller is needed
when cleaning rugs and carpets.
To switch the appliance off, slide the on/off switch (1) fully
back.
Cleaning and maintenance
Warning! Regularly clean the filters.
Cleaning the dust bowl and filters (fig. J - N)
The filters are re-usable and should be cleaned regularly.
Press the release button (3) and remove the dust bowl (2)
(fig. J).
Remove any dust from the dust bowl (fig. K).
Brush any loose dust off the filters.
Twist the filters (17 & 18) clockwise to release and take
them off the appliance (fig. L).
Wash the filters in warm, soapy water and wash the bowl
if necessary (fig. M).
Make sure the dust bowl and filters are completely dry.
Refit the filters, locking them into place by twisting
counterclockwise.
Refit the dust bowl onto the appliance.
Make sure the dust bowl clicks into place.
Warning! Optimum dust collection will only be achieved with
clean filters and an empty dust bowl. If dust begins to fall back
out of the appliance after switching it off, this indicates that the
dust bowl is full and must be emptied.
Warning! Never use the appliance without the filter.
Warning! Do not immerse the appliance in water (fig. N).
Replacing the filters (fig. J - L)
The should be replaced every 6 to 9 months and whenever
worn or damaged. Replacement filters are available from
your Black & Decker dealer (cat. no. VF20):
Press the release button (3) and remove the dust bowl (2)
(fig. J).
Twist the filters (17 & 18) clockwise to release and take
them off the appliance (fig. L).
Take the new filters and place the soft filter into the hard
filter.
Fit the filters, locking them into place by twisting
counterclockwise.
Refit the dust bowl onto the appliance. Make sure the dust
bowl clicks into place.
Troubleshooting guide
If the product does not work, follow the instructions below.
If this does not solve the problem, please contact your local
Black & Decker repair agent.
Make sure the battery is fully charged.
If the battery cannot be charged, check if the charger is
plugged in correctly and the mains is working. Make sure
the on/off switch is in the off position.
Protecting the environment
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.
Black & Decker provides a facility for the collection and
recycling of Black & Decker products once they have reached
the end of their working life. To take advantage of this
service please return your product to any authorised repair
agent who will collect them on our behalf.
You can check the location of your nearest authorised repair
agent by contacting your local Black & Decker office at the
address indicated in this manual. Alternatively, a list of
authorised Black & Decker repair agents and full details of
our after-sales service and contacts are available on the
Internet at: www.2helpU.com.
Battery (fig. O & P)
If you want to dispose of the product yourself, the
battery must be removed as described below and
disposed of in accordance with local regulations.
Do not short-circuit the battery terminals.
Preferably discharge the battery by operating the appliance
until the motor stops.
Remove the hand-held vacuum cleaner from the lower
handle as described above.
The battery is located under the back end of the appliance.
Push the slider (19) towards the nose of the appliance (A).
Remove the bottom part of the appliance (B).
Strike the appliance firmly on a suitable surface until the
battery (20) is released (fig. P).
Place the battery in a suitable packaging to ensure that the
terminals cannot be short-circuited.
Take the battery to your service agent or a local recycling
station.
Warning! Once removed, the battery cannot be refitted.
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