Black & Decker VM1430 English, Mounting accessories Fig. F, Adjusting the suction head Fig. H

English

Mounting accessories (Fig. F)

The Brush / crevice tool (18) can be used as a crevice tool or an upholstery brush.

The crevice tool allows for vacuuming in narrow and hard-to-reach places. The brush tool allows for vacuuming on furniture, blinds, curtains, windows and stairs.

•Push the accessory onto the hose handle (1) or the tube (9).

•To remove an accessory, pull the accessory from the hose nozzle or the tube.

Selecting the crevice tool or brush tool (Fig. G)

•To use the crevice tool, move the brush part against the direction of the arrow.

•To use the brush tool, move the brush part in the direction of the arrow.

Use

Unwinding and rewinding the power cord

The cord rewind button (4) 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

(4) to retract the cord (10) 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. H)

•For vacuuming on carpets, push the left hand actuator (12) into the down position – this engages the brush.

•For vacuuming on laminates, tiles, etc., push the right hand actuator (12) down - the brush will lift clear of the floor.

Switching on and off

The on/off switch (3) can be operated by hand or foot.

•To switch the appliance on, press the on/off switch (3).

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

Setting the suction force

The variable suction control (2) allows for a precise setting of the suction force. For vacuuming on a hard surface (e.g. floors), choose a high speed setting. For vacuuming on soft surfaces (e.g. upholstery), choose a low speed setting.

Slide the selector to the desired setting.

Adjusting the airflow (Fig. I)

Move the airflow control switch (1B) 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. Ensure the filters are cleaned and the unit is blockage free before switching back on.

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

During use the appliance can be carried using the carrying handle (7).

Temporarily parking the suction head (Fig. J)

•Use the park position on the rear of the unit for a temporary parking of the suction head.

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