Black & Decker 188214-00 - Manual (Page 10)

Features
1. Dust bowl
2. Dust bowl release button
3. On/off switch
4. Crevice tool
5. Brush tool
Assembly
Warning! Make sure that the appliance is switched off and
unplugged.
Fitting the accessories for vacuuming (fig. B)
The accessories provided can be used in various
combinations, depending on the task:
B1 General vacuuming/dusting.
B2 Vacuuming in confined spaces.
Fitting an accessory (fig. B )
To fit an accessory, proceed as follows:
Insert the appropriate accessory into the front of the dust
bowl (fig. B).
Fitting the accessories for blowing (fig. C & D)
Warning! When using the appliance for blowing purposes,
wear eye protection. Keep the air intake free from obstructions
to prevent the motor from overheating. Do not point the air
outlet at yourself, bystanders or animals. Make sure that the
dustbowl and filter are clean before using the blowing function.
To fit an accessory, proceed as follows:
Open the exhaust filter cover (7).
Insert the crevice tool into the opening.
(4)
Make sure that it fits snug against the rear of the
appliance (fig. C).
Use
Warning! Before connecting to the power supply, make sure
that the appliance is switched off.
Switching on and off (overview)
Warning! Make sure that the accessories are securely
attached before switching on. Keep a firm grip on the appliance,
when switching on and during use.
To switch the tool on, set the on/off switch (3) to the on
position (
I).
To switch the tool off, set the on/off switch (3) to the off
position (
O).
Motor thermal safeguard
The motor of the appliance is fitted with a thermal
safeguard. This device automatically switches the appliance
off in case of overheating. If this occurs, proceed as follows:
Switch the appliance off and remove the plug from the wall
socket.
Allow the unit to cool. When the unit has cooled down,
check and clean the filters.
Re-insert the plug in the wall socket and switch the
appliance on.
Maintenance
Your Black & Decker appliance has been designed to operate
over a long period of time with a minimum of maintenance.
Continuous satisfactory operation depends upon proper care
and regular cleaning.
Cleaning the dust bowl and filter (fig. E)
When the dust bowl (1) is full or the filter is clogged, empty
the dust bowl (1) and clean the filter. The filter is re-usable
and should be cleaned regularly.
Press the dust bowl release button (2) and remove the dust
bowl (1) (fig. F).
Remove the filter (6) from the dust bowl (1)
Brush any loose dust off the filter (6).
Remove any dust from the dust bowl (1).
Wash the filter (6) in warm, soapy water. The dust bowl (1)
can also be washed if necessary. Do not immerse the
appliance in water.
Make sure that the dust bowl (1) and the filter (6) are
completely dry.
Refit the filter (6).
Refit the dust bowl (1) onto the appliance.
Make sure that the dust bowl (1) clicks into place.
Cleaning the exhaust filter (fig. D)
To clean the exhaust filter (8), proceed as follows:
Turn the exhaust filter cover (7) anti-clockwise to remove
it from the appliance.
Remove the exhaust filter (8) from the appliance.
Wash and dry the exhaust filter (8) as described above.
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