Black & Decker BHFE520J, Manual

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To empty the dust canister (Fig. J, K)

Push down the dust canister release button (15) to release
and remove the dust canister (8) from the vacuum (16) as
shown in
fi gure J.

Use your index fi nger and thumb to pinch the fi lter housing
tabs (17) and pull the fi lter housing (18) from the dust
canister as shown in Fig. K.

Place the dust canister over a trash can and empty the
dust canister.

Install the fi lter housing into the dust canister (8) ensuring
the dust canister slots align with the fi lter housing tabs as
shown in fi gure N1.

Install the dust canister onto the vacuum, until it “clicks”
fi rmly into position.
Note: Ensure the dust port is placed towards the main handle
of the vacuum and the dust canister release button (15) is
facing away from the vacuum (16).
Cleaning the fi lters (Fig. L, M, N)
Note: Maximum dust collection will only be obtained with
clean fi lters and an empty dust canister. If dust begins to fall
back out of the product after it is switched off, this indicates
that the dust canister is full and requires emptying.

Wash the fi lters regularly using warm, soapy water and
ensure that they are completely dry before using again.
The cleaner the
fi lter is, the better the product will perform.

It is very important that the fi lters are correctly in position
before use.

Pull back on the dust canister release button (15) to
release and remove the dust canister (8) from the vacuum
(16) as shown in
fi gure J.

Use your index fi nger and thumb to pinch the fi lter tabs
(17) and lift the fi lter housing (18) from the dust canister as
shown in fi gure K.

Once the fi lter housing is removed from the dust canister,
use your index fi nger and thumb to pinch the fi lter tabs
(17) and rotate the fi lter (22)
anti-clockwise and remove it as shown in fi gure L.

Remove the foam fi lter (23) from the fi lter housing as
shown in fi gure M.

Shake or lightly brush any loose dust off of the foam fi lter
(23) and fi lter (22).

Rinse out the dust canister (8) with warm soapy water.

Wash the fi lters with warm soapy water.

Ensure the fi lters are completely dry before re fi tting the
fi lters into the fi lter housing (18).

Re fi t the clean and dry foam fi lter (23) into the fi lter
housing (18).

Re fi t the clean and dry fi lter (23) into the fi lter (22) by
aligning the fi lter locks (24) , located on the sides of the
fi lter, with the fi lter housing slots (25) , located on the sides
of the fi lter housing, and turn the fi lter clockwise until it
locks fi rmly into position as shown in fi gure N.

Install the fi lter housing into the dust canister (8) ensuring
the dust canister slots align with the fi lter housing tabs as
shown in fi gure N1.

Install the dust canister onto the vacuum, until it “clicks”
fi rmly into position.
Note: Ensure the dust port is placed towards the main handle
(2) of the vacuum and the dust canister release button (15) is
facing away from the vacuum (16).
Removing and cleaning the rotary brushes
(Fig. O, P, Q, R, S)
Warning! To reduce the risk of injury from moving parts,
disconnect the fl oor brush from the vacuum before cleaning
or servicing.

To remove the rotary brush (26) from the fl oor head (9)
use a coin or straight screwdriver to rotate the lock (27) on
the lock plate (28) to the unlocked position (29) as shown
in
fi gure O.

Remove the lock plate (28).

Ease the drive belt (9a) away from the rotary brush (26)

The rotary brush (26) can now be removed.
Note: The bearings (33) are also removable from the end
pieces (32) allowing you to clear the brushes of any hair or
other debris that may have accumulated as shown in
fi gure Q.

Once the rotary brush has been cleaned, reinstall the
rotary brush into the
fl oor head (9) as shown in fi gure R.

Install the lock plate (28) onto the fl oor head (9) as shown
in fi gure S.

Use a coin or straight screwdriver to rotate the lock (27)
on the lock plate (28) to the locked position (36) as shown
in
fi gure S.
Safe storage (Fig. T)
The unit can be safely stored, when not in use, by placing the
catch on the motor unit (6b) onto the storage hook (6a) as
shown in
fi gure T.
Maintenance
Your BLACK+DECKER cordless appliance has been designed
to operate over a long period of time with a minimum of
maintenance. Continuous satisfactory operation depends
upon proper tool care and regular cleaning.
Warning! Before performing any maintenance on cordless
appliances:

Run the battery down completely if it is integral and then
switch off.

Unplug the charger before cleaning it. Your charger does
not require any maintenance apart from regular cleaning.

Regularly clean the ventilation slots in your appliance/
charger using a soft brush or dry cloth.

Regularly clean the motor housing using a damp cloth. Do
not use any abrasive or solvent-based cleaner.