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20V MAX* CORDLESS MINI CANISTER VAC Catalog Number BDH2000FL (20V MAX*) *Maximum initial battery pack voltage (measured without a workload) is 20 volts. The nominal voltage is 18. Thank you for choosing Black & Decker! Go to www.BlackandDecker.com/NewOwner to register your new product.
SAFETy GuIDELINES - DEFINITIONS It is important for you to read and understand this manual. The information it contains relates to protecting YOUR SAFETY and PREVENTING PROBLEMS. The symbols below are used to help you recognize this information. DANGER: Indicates an imminently hazardous situation which, if not avoided, will result in death or serious injury.
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• Do not charge the unit outdoors • Do not use on or near hot surfaces. • Use extra caution when cleaning on stairs. • This appliance is intended for household use only and not for commercial or industrial use. • Use only as described in this manual. Use only manufacturer’s recommended attachments. • Unplug the charger from outlet before any routine cleaning or maintenance. • This product includes rechargeable Lithium Ion batteries. Do not incinerate batteries as they will explode at high temperatures. • If battery contents come into contact with the skin, immediately wash area with mild soap and water. If battery liquid gets into the eye, rinse water over the open eye for 15 minutes or until irritation ceases.
water. If battery liquid gets into the eye, rinse water over the open eye for three minutes or until irritation ceases. If medical attention is needed, the battery electrolyte is composed of a mixture of liquid organic carbonates and lithium salts. wARNING: Burn hazard.
To remove the handle: • Unclip the handle (2) from the appliance. • Rotate the locking ring (3) counterclockwise to release the clips. • Pull the hose away from the handle (2). • Fit the accessory directly to the hose cuff (16). To refit the handle: • Remove the accessory from the hose. • Push the hose into the handle (2). Rotate locking ring (3) clockwise until it clicks into place. CHARGING THE BATTERy (figure C) wARNING:...
BATTERy DIAGNOSTICS If the appliance detects a weak battery, the charging indicator will flash at a fast rate. Proceed as follows: • Place the appliance on the charging base. • Plug in the charger. • Leave the appliance to charge. If the appliance detects a damaged battery, the charging indicator will flash at a fast rate when the appliance is on the charger base. Proceed as follows: • Take the appliance and the charger to be tested at an authorized service facility.
CLEANING FILTERS (figures E,F) Both the plastic pre-filter (17) and the pleated filter (18) are re-usable and should be cleaned regularly. • Pull the door latch (8) and open the transparent door (6) 180 degrees. • Remove the pre-filter (17) from the appliance as shown in figure E. • Remove the pleated filter (18) by pulling firmly (figure F). • Tap the filters vigorously to remove loose dust. • If necessary, wash the filters in warm, soapy water.
MAINTENANCE Use only mild soap and damp cloth to clean the vac. Never let any liquid get inside the vac; never immerse any part of the vac into a liquid. wARNING: Make sure the vacuum is completely dry before using it. 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 organizations, always using identical replacement parts.