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ENGLISH
(Original instructions)
Switch on the appliance by pushing the On/Off switch
(1) upwards (fig.j insert) and use a sweeping motion; the
debris/leaves will be sucked up the tube, and thrown into
the collection bag (10) (fig. J).
u As the bag lls, the power of the suction will decrease,
switch off the appliance and unplug from the mains power
supply.
u Unclip the the catch (10a) on the back pack collection bag
(g K).
u Unfold the opening of the back pack collection pack (g L).
u Open the back pack collection pack (g M) and proceed to
empty its contents.
u To seal the collection bag, hold the exible bars together
and roll 2-3 times (g N).
u Latch the retaining clip (10a) as shown in gure O.
Warning! Never remove the collection bag without rst turning
off and unplugging the appliance.
Note: If the suction decreases and the bag is not full, the
vacuum tube is probably clogged with debris. Turn off and
unplug the vacuum and clear the tube before continuing.
u When task is complete, rotate the assembled vacuum
tube anticlockwise to release the bayonet fixing. Insert the
rod (14) into the fan guard release (13) and push upwards
to release the assembled vacuum tube. Remove the
assembled vacuum tube from the powerhead as shown in
figure P.
u Replace the fan guard assembly as shown in figure Q.
u Rotate the fan guard assembly clockwise as shown in
gure R.
Blower mode (g. S, T, U, V)
u Assemble the upper blow tube (7), the lower blow tube (8)
and the optional concentrator (9) as shown in figure S.
u Push the assembled blow tube onto the vacuum outlet
(11a) until the lock engages tightly with the blow tube as
shown in figure T.
Warning! Never operate in Blow mode without the blow tube
firmly in place.
u Hold the blow tube approximately 180 mm above the
ground, switch on the appliance and using a sweeping
motion from side to side, advance slowly keeping the
accumulated debris/leaves in front of you (fig. U).
u Once you have blown the debris/leaves into a pile, you
can remove the blow tube assembly by inserting the rod
(14) into the aperture on the vacuum head and pushing
down to release the lock as shown in figure V.
u Now you can convert to vacuum mode and collect the
debris.
Troubleshooting
Problem Possible solution
Failure to operate
Check the connection to the power supply
Check the fuse in the plug, if blown, replace
(UK only).
Check that the blow/vacuum tube assembly is
correctly tted to the powerhead.
If the fuse continues to blow - immediately
disconnect from the mains power supply and
consult your local BLACK+DECKER
authorisedrepair agent.
Poor vacuum/high
pitched whine
Switch off - disconnect from the mains power
supply, debris should fall clear of the tube.
Remove and empty the collection bag.
Check that both the inlet and exit ports on the
vacuum tube are clear.
Remove any debris from the fan area.
If poor vacuuming continues - immediately
disconnect from the mains power supply and
consult your local BLACK+DECKER
authorised
repair agent
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
appliance care and regular cleaning.
u Keep the appliance clean and dry.
u Remove any leaves stuck to the inside of the vacuum
tube.
u Regularly clean the ventilation slots with a clean, dry paint
brush.
u Regularly clean the collection bag and ensure that it is
clean and empty after each use.
u To clean the appliance, use only mild soap and a damp
cloth. Never let any liquid get inside the tool and never
immerse any part of the tool into liquid. Do not use any
abrasive or solvent-based cleaner.
u Self lubricating bearings are used in your product,
therefore lubrication is not required.
Mains plug replacement (U.K. & Ireland only)
If a new mains plug needs to be tted:
u Safely dispose of the old plug.
u Connect the brown lead to the live terminal in the new
plug.
u Connect the blue lead to the neutral terminal.
Warning! No connection is to be made to the earth terminal.
Follow the tting instructions supplied with good quality plugs.
Recommended fuse: 13 A.