Black & Decker FHV1080 Battery Removal and Disposal, To remove the battery pack for disposal

TROUBLESHOOTING

If the product does not work, check the following:

• The charger was correctly plugged in for recharge. (It feels slightly warm to the touch.)

• The charger cord is not damaged and is correctly attached to the appliance.

• The charger is plugged into a working electrical outlet.

• The appliance was switched to the off position to charge. The battery will not be

charged with the switch in the “on” position.

• The filter is clogged. Pull the door latch and open the dust container door. Remove

the pre-filter and the fine filter. Brush any loose dust off the filters and wash them in

warm, soapy water. Make sure the filters are dry before placing back in the vacuum.

BATTERY REMOVAL AND DISPOSAL

This product uses nickel-cadmium (Ni-Cd) rechargeable and recyclable batteries.

When the batteries no longer hold a charge, they should be removed from the Vac and

recycled. They must not be incinerated or composited.

The batteries can be taken for disposal to a Black & Decker, Company-Owned or

Authorized Service Center. SomeTM

local retailers are also participating in a national

recycling program (see “RBRC

Seal”). Call your local retailer for details. If you bring

the batteries to a Black & Decker Company-Owned or Authorized Service Center, the

Center will arrange to recycle old batteries. Or, contact your local municipality for

proper disposal instructions in your city/town.

To remove the battery pack for disposal:

1.) First, before attempting to disassemble

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the product, turn it on and leave it on until

G

the motor completely stops insuring a

complete discharge of the batteries.

2.) Invert the appliance to get access to the

screws that attach the base.

3.) Remove the four screws (19) shown in

(figure G)

4.) Remove the base.

5.) Disconnect the 3-pin connector.

6.) Place the battery in suitable packaging to

prevent a short circuit of the battery

terminals.

7.) Dispose of batteries as per recommended

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guidelines.

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

IMPORTANT: To assure product SAFETY and RELIABILITY, repairs, maintenance and

using it.

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.