Black & Decker WV1400 manual How to use your Vacuum Cleaner

How to use your Vacuum Cleaner: Dry Vacuuming

Your Black & Decker vacuum cleaner has been designed to vacuum wet and dry substances. This product is intended for household use only.

Do not use this appliance outdoors.

Assembly:

Fig. A - Connecting the hose

Insert the hose connector (11) into the hose inlet (10). Push the hose until the release button clicks into place. To disconnect the hose, press the release button and pull out the hose.

Fig. B - Assembling the extension tubes (13)

Push the lower tube firmly into the upper tube until they fit tightly.

Fig. C - Fitting the floor head

The floor head (17) can be used for vacuuming on carpet and hard surfaces (e.g. laminate and tiles). Push the tube (13) into the floor head (17). To remove the floor head, pull it from the tube.

Figs. D, E, F & N - Fitting the accessories

The crevice tool (16) is designed to help vacuum in narrow and hard-to reach places. The small brush (15) can be used to vacuum furniture, blinds, curtains, windows and stairs. The wet surface tool (14) is designed to help pick up wet spills.

Push the accessory onto the hose handle (12) or the tube (13) as required. To remove an accessory, pull the accessory from the hose handle or the tube. The accessories can be stored in the recesses above each wheel (9).

Use:

Figs. P, Q & V - Unwinding and rewinding the power cord

Connect the power cord to a suitable power supply. After use, unplug the cord and wrap it around the cord storage recess (3) in the motor housing. A clip is provided to fasten the plug to the wrapped cord.

Fig. G - Adjusting the suction head

For vacuuming on carpets, switch the brush actuator to the up position. For vacuuming on laminates, tiles, etc., switch the brush actuator to the down position. Take care not to trap fingers when adjusting the brush position.

Fig, H - Switching the appliance ON and OFF

•After checking if the voltage of the source is suitable, plug in the appliance.

•To switch the appliance on, press the on/off switch (4)

•To switch the appliance off, press the on/off switch again.

Fig. R & S - Adjusting the airflow

The slider on the hose handle (12) can be used to momentarily reduce the airflow if required.

If the appliance has already been operated for wet cleaning, ensure that all accessories, filters and the dust filter are properly dried & fitted.

Warning: The dust filter (see fig. O) and dust bag (19) must be attached to the appliance before dry vacuuming.

The floor brush or any accessory may be used whilst dry 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. Note: Never use the Vacuum to pick up anything burning or smoking (matches, cigarettes, hot ashes, etc.)

Figs. O, T & U - Wet Vacuuming

Remove the dust filter (see fig. O). Remove the dust bag (19). Only the wet surface tool (14) must be used during wet vacuuming.

To remove the dust filter, the cap shown in fig. T must be removed. Turn this anti-clockwise to remove and clock- wise to re-fit. After the cap is removed, the filter can be slid off the plastic cage. To ensure that there is no water remaining in the hose and tubes after use hold these parts UPWARD before switching off the appliance.

During ‘wet’ cleaning, when the liquid level reaches to maximum the float (see fig.U) will automatically block the motor entrance and suction will be cut off. In order to continue cleaning, empty the container (7) and restart.

If the Vacuum overturns during use, unplug it from the electrical supply then stand it back on its wheels again. The Vacuum can then be re-connected to the electrical supply & continue vacuuming.

Fig. I, J & K - ‘Blower’ Function

Ensure the dust bag has been removed from the unit before using the blower function. Remove the blower cover lid (5) and insert the hose connector (20) into the hose inlet (10).

Fig. L & M - Emptying the dust-bag

If the suction drops significantly drops, this indicates that the bag is full, or the filter is saturated and needs to be cleaned. To empty the dust-bag, first unplug the vacuum from the electrical supply.

Lift both latches to the open position & lift the motor unit from its location. Then empty the bag into a suitable container.

How to care for your Vacuum Cleaner You can rinse the dust filter (see fig. O) with lukewarm water after shaking the filter to remove dust. Ensure the filter is dry before using the Vacuum again. Regular cleaning/replacement of the dust-bag and filter will maintain the efficiency of your Vacuum Cleaner and the life of the motor.

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