Storing The Appliance; Protecting The Environment; Maintenance - Black+Decker VM1680 Manual

Cleaning the motor filter (fig. O, P)
Switch off the vacuum cleaner and disconnect the plug
u
from the mains. NEVER pull on the cable to disconnect.
Lift the HEPA filter unit release button (19) and lift out the
u
HEPA filter unit as shown in figure O.
Using the tab provided, lift out the HEPA filter assembly
u
(20) and free the pre filter (21) as shown in figure N. Tap
the pre filter over a suitable receptacle, to free it from
accumulated dust, or wash it in running water and allow to
dry naturally before re-assembling.
Note: Only ever clean the pre filter with clean water do not
use soap or detergent. Dry the filter naturally. Do not dry it by
heat otherwise it will distort.
Cleaning the exhaust air filter (fig. Q)
The exhaust air filter cleans the air a final time before it leaves
the vacuum cleaner. You can clean the exhaust air filter as
follows:
Switch off the vacuum cleaner and disconnect the plug
u
from the mains. NEVER pull on the cable to disconnect.
Open the exhaust trap (23) by pushing down on the
u
exhaust trap release button (24) with your finger.
The exhaust filter (22) is visible when the trap has been
u
opened.
Rinse the filter under cold running water and allow to dry
u
naturally.
Note: Only ever clean the exhaust filter with clean water do
not use soap or detergent. Dry the exhaust filter naturally. Do
not dry it by heat otherwise it will distort.

Storing the appliance

Warning! When storing the appliance, switch the appliance off
and unplug it.
Store the appliance in a dry location.
u

Maintenance

Your BLACK+DECKER corded appliance has been designed
to operate over a long period of time with a minimum of main-
tenance. Continuous satisfactory operation depends upon
proper tool care and regular cleaning.
Warning! Before performing any maintenance on corded
appliances:
Switch off and unplug the appliance.
u
Regularly clean the ventilation slots in your appliance
u
using a soft brush or dry cloth.
Regularly clean the motor housing using a damp cloth. Do
u
not use any abrasive or solvent-based cleaner.
Mains plug replacement (U.K. & Ireland only)
If a new mains plug needs to be fitted:
Safely dispose of the old plug.
u
Connect the brown lead to the live terminal in the new
u
(Original instructions)
plug.
Connect the blue lead to the neutral terminal.
u
Warning! Follow the fitting instructions supplied with good
quality plugs. Recommended fuse: 10A.

Protecting the environment

Z
Separate collection. Products and batteries marked
with this symbol 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 avail-
able for separate collection.
Products and batteries contain materials that can be recov-
ered or recycled reducing the demand for raw materials.
Please recycle electrical products and batteries according to
local provisions. Further information is available at
www.2helpU.com
Technical data
VM1680
Voltage
V 220 - 240
ac
Power
W 1600
Guarantee
Black & Decker is confident of the quality of its products and
offers consumers a 24 month guarantee from the date
of purchase. This guarantee is in addition to and in no way
prejudices your statutory rights. The guarantee is valid within
the territories of the Member States of the European Union
and the European Free Trade Area.
To claim on the guarantee, the claim must be in accordance
with Black&Decker Terms and Conditions and you will need to
submit proof of purchase to the seller or an authorised repair
agent. Terms and conditions of the Black&Decker 2 year guar-
antee and the location of your nearest authorised repair agent
can be obtained on the Internet at www.2helpU.com, or
by contacting your local Black & Decker office at the address
indicated in this manual.
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