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ASSEMBLY
Connecting the hose (fig. C)
• Insert the hose connector (15) into the inlet (14) of
the appliance.
• Push the hose until the release buttons (16) click
into place.
• To disconnect the hose, press the release buttons
and pull out the hose.
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Assembling the tube (fig. D)
• Push the lower tube (17) firmly into the upper tube
(18), until they fit tightly.
Connecting the tube (fig. E)
• Push the hose nozzle (19) into the tube (6).
• To remove the tube, pull the hose out of the tube.
Mounting the suction head (fig. F)
The suction head (7) allows for vacuuming on carpet
and hard surfaces (e.g. laminate and tiles).
• Push the tube (6) into the head (7).
• To remove the head, pull the tube out of the head.
Mounting accessories (fig. F & G)
The crevice tool (10) allows for vacuuming in narrow
and hard-toreach places. The brush tool (11) allows for
vacuuming on furniture, blinds, curtains, windows and
stairs. The accessories can be mounted on both the
hose (4) and the tube (6). When not in use, the
accessories can be stored in the accessory holder (12).
• Remove the accessory from the holder (fig. G).
• Push the accessory onto the hose nozzle (19) or
the tube (6) (fig. F).
• To remove an accessory, pull the accessory from
the hose nozzle or the tube.
USE
Unwinding and rewinding the power cord (fig. A)
The cord rewind button (2) can be operated by hand
or foot.
• Pull a sufficient length of cord from the back of the
appliance.
• After use, press the cord rewind button to retract
the cord into the unit. Manually guide the cord to
ensure it does not swing back. Ensure the plug is
correctly located.
Adjusting the suction head (fig. F)
• For vacuuming on carpets, switch the brush
actuator (21) into the up position.
• For vacuuming on laminates, tiles, etc., switch the
brush actuator into the down position.
Switching on and off (fig. A)
The on/off switch (1) can be operated by hand or
foot.
• To switch the appliance on, press the on/off switch (1).
• To switch the appliance off, press the on/off switch
again.
Adjusting the airflow (fig. I)
Move the airflow control switch (5) to adjust the
airflow as desired.
Vacuuming
• When operating the appliance, make sure that the
hose is not trapped, twisted or blocked.
• In case of overheating, a cut-out will operate and
the appliance will automatically stop.
• If the appliance stops operating, unplug the
appliance and allow it to cool for 2-3 hours before
continuing.
Hints for optimum use
• When vacuuming stairs, always start at the bottom
and work your way up. Position the appliance on
the floor and do the stairs until halfway. Then carry
the appliance to a stable position which is at least
one stair below your working position, and do the
top half of the stairs.
Carrying the appliance (fig. A)
During use the appliance can be carried using the
handle (3).
Temporarily parking the suction head (fig. J)
• Use the park position (22) for a temporary parking
of the suction head.
Storing the appliance (fig. K)
Warning! When storing the appliance, switch the
appliance off and unplug it.
• Make sure that the cord is fully rewound.
• Place the appliance in an upright position.
• Park the tube in the park position (28).
• Store the appliance in a dry location.
Maintenance
Your Black & Decker appliance has been designed to
operate over a long period of time with a minimum of
maintenance. Continuous satisfactory operation
depends upon proper appliance care and regular
cleaning.
Warning! Before performing any maintenance or
cleaning on the appliance, unplug the appliance.
• Regularly clean the ventilation slots in your
appliance using a soft brush or dry cloth.
• Regularly clean the motor housing using a damp
cloth. Do not use any abrasive or solvent-based
cleaner.
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