Warning! Never use the appliance without the filters. Optimum dust collection will only be achieved with clean filters.

Maintenance access (Fig. H and I)

The maintenance access panel (8) can be removed to aid cleaning should the appliance become blocked, resulting in a loss of suction.

Remove the maintenance access panel (8) from the pivot arm (6) using a flat bladed screwdriver (fig. I) to release the front clip features.

Once released, the section will pivot free of the main assembly to give access for cleaning.

Replacing the filters

The filters should be replaced every 6 to 9 months and whenever worn or damaged. Replacement filters are available from your Black & Decker dealer (cat. no. FVF90):

Remove the old filters as described above. Fit the new filters as described above.

Protecting the environment

Separate collection. This product 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 available for separate collection.

Separate collection of used products and packaging

allows materials to be recycled and used again. Re- use of recycled materials helps prevent environmental pollution and reduces the demand for raw materials.

Local regulations may provide for separate collection of electrical products from the household, at municipal waste sites or by the retailer when you purchase a new product.

Black & Decker provides a facility for the collection and recycling of Black & Decker products once they have reached the end of their working life. To take advantage of this service please return your product to any authorised repair agent who will collect them on our behalf.

You can check the location of your nearest authorised repair agent by contacting your local Black & Decker office at the address indicated in this manual. Alternatively, a list of authorised Black & Decker repair agents and full details of our after-sales service and contacts are available on the Internet at: www.2helpU.com.

Batteries

Black & Decker batteries can be recharged many times. At the end of their useful life, discard batteries with due care for our environment.:

If you want to dispose of the product yourself, the battery must be removed as described below and disposed of in accordance with local regulations.

Discharge the battery by operating the appliance until the motor stops.

Open the appliance to get access to the eight screws

(12)securing the two housing halves (fig. J). Remove the eight screws (12).

Pull the cover away from the appliance. Disconnect the battery pack.

Place the battery in a suitable packaging to ensure that the terminals cannot be short-circuited.

NiHM batteries are recyclable. Take them to any authorised repair agent or a local recycling station.

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Black & Decker FV1205N, FV1805N Protecting the environment, Maintenance access Fig. H, Replacing the filters, Batteries

FV1205N, FV1205, FV1805N specifications

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