Black & Decker PV1825N, PV1225NPM, PV1425N Cleaning and maintenance, Protecting the environment

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Optimising the suction force (fig. G - I)

In order to keep the suction force optimised, the filters must be cleared regularly during use.

Press the release latch (6) and open the container door (5) (fig. F).

Empty the dust container.

Cleaning and maintenance

Rotating the bowl (fig. A) agitates the filter to remove dirt. It is important however to empty the bowl regularly by removing the filters (fig. J).

Warning! Regularly clean the filters (12 & 13).

Cleaning the dust container and filters (fig. G - K)

There are two methods of cleaning the bowl, a quick empty method and a thorough clean method. To carry out the quick empty method use the following instructions.

The filters are re-usable and should be cleaned regularly.

Press the release latch (6) and open the container door (5) (fig. F).

Empty the dust container (11).

Close the dust container door (5). Make sure that the release latch (6) clicks into place.

To carry out a thorough clean of the bowl, use the following instructions.

The dust container (11) is attached to the body of the appliance with a bayonet fixing, to remove the dust container:

Press the dust container release button (2) and rotate the dust container (11) anti-clockwise and carefully slide the dust container clear of the appliance.

Rotate the filter hook (12) to the vertical position (fig. I).

Use the filter hook (12) to rotate the filter (13) within the pre-filter (14) to agitate it and remove dirt.

Remove the main filter (13).

Brush any loose dust off the filter (13).

The pre-filter (14) is attached with a bayonet fixing, to remove the pre-filter:

Rotate the pre-filter (14) anti-clockwise and carefully slide the it clear of the dust container.

Install the pre- filter (14) in to the dust container (11) rotating it clockwise until it locks into place.

Install the main filter (13) in to the pre-filter (14).

Install the dust container (11) to the appliance, rotate it clockwise until it locks into place.

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

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. VF90):

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.

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