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WARNING: Important Safety Warnings and Instructions

PLEASE READ AND UNDERSTAND ALL INSTRUCTIONS CAREFULLY BEFORE USING THE UNIT.

To Reduce Risk of Injury:

• Before any use, be sure everyone using this tool reads and understands all safety instructions and other information contained in this manual. 
• Save these instructions and review frequently prior to use and in instructing others.

WARNING:  

When using electrical appliances, basic safety precautions should always be followed, including the following: 

WARNING:  

Some dust created by this product contains chemicals known to the State  of California to cause cancer, birth defects or other

reproductive harm. Some examples of these chemicals are:

• compounds in fertilizers
• compounds in insecticides, herbicides and pesticides
• arsenic and chromium from chemically treated lumber

To reduce your exposure to these chemicals, wear approved safety equipment such as dust masks that are specially designed to filter out
microscopic particles.

WARNING:  

This product contains chemicals, including lead, known to the State of California to cause cancer, and birth defects or other

reproductive hands. 

Wash hands after handling.

CAUTION:

Wear appropriate personal hearing protection during use. Under some conditions and duration of use, noise from this product may

contribute to hearing loss.

SAFETY GUIDELINES - DEFINITIONS

It is important for you to read and understand this manual. 

The information it contains relates to protecting YOUR SAFETY and PREVENTING 
PROBLEMS. The symbols below are used to help you recognize this information. 

DANGER: 

Indicates an imminently hazardous situation which, if not avoided, will result in death or serious injury.

WARNING: 

Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could result in death or serious injury.

CAUTION: 

Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, may result in minor or moderate injury.

CAUTION: 

Used without the safety alert symbol indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, may result in property   

damage.

READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING BLOWER.

General Safety Warnings and Instructions for all Tools

READ

and follow all instructions.

DO NOT

place inlet or outlet of vacuum near eyes or ears when operating.

THIS APPLIANCE IS PROVIDED WITH DOUBLE INSULATION.

Use only identical replacement parts. See instructions for servicing of double

insulated appliances.

STORE IDLE TOOLS.

When not in use, the unit should be stored in a dry, high or locked-up place - out of reach of children.

DON'T OVERREACH.

Keep proper footing and balance at all times.

DO NOT

pick up anything that is burning or smoking, such as cigarettes, matches or hot ashes.

MAINTAIN TOOL WITH CARE.

Keep fan area clean for best and safest performance. Follow instructions for proper maintenance.

DO NOT

attempt to repair the blower/vac. To assure product safety and reliability, repairs, maintenance, and adjustments should be performed by

Black & Decker service centers or authorized service stations, always using Black & Decker replacement parts.

DO NOT

operate blower/vac in a gaseous or explosive atmosphere. Motors in these tools normally spark, and the sparks might ignite fumes.

DO NOT

use to pick up flammable or combustible liquids such as gasoline or use in areas where they may be present.

USE EXTRA CARE

when cleaning on stairs.

DO NOT

leave appliance when plugged in. Unplug from outlet when not in use and before servicing.

DO NOT

allow to be used as a toy. Close attention is necessary when used by or near children. Not recommended for use by children.

DO NOT

attempt to clear clogs from tool without first unplugging it.

USE ONLY

as described in this manual. Use only manufacturer's recommended attachments.

DO NOT

use with damaged cord or plug. If appliance is not working as it should, has been dropped, damaged, left outdoors, or dropped into

water, return it to a service center.

DO NOT

pull or carry by cord, use cord as a handle, or pull cord around sharp edges or corners. Keep cord away from heated surfaces.

DO NOT

unplug by pulling on cord. To unplug, grasp the plug, not the cord.

DO NOT

put any objects into openings. Do not use with any opening blocked; keep free of dust, lint, hair and everything that may reduce air flow.

KEEP

hair, loose clothing, fingers, and all parts of body away from openings and moving parts.

TURN OFF

all controls before unplugging.

DO NOT

vacuum water, other liquids, or wet objects. Never immerse any part of the tool in liquid.

DO NOT

handle plug or appliance with wet hands.

KEEP CHILDREN, BYSTANDERS AND ANIMALS AWAY

from the work area a minimum of 30 feet (10 meters) when starting or operating the

tool. Do not blow debris in directions of bystanders.

INSPECT THE AREA

before using the tool. Remove all debris and hard objects such as rocks, glass, wire, etc. that can ricochet, be thrown, or

otherwise cause injury or damage during operation. As a vacuum, the tool is designed to pick up dry material such as leaves, grass, small twigs,
and bits of paper. Do not vacuum stones, gravel, metal, broken glass, etc.

WARNING:  Shock Hazard. 

To reduce the risk of electrical shock; do not expose to rain, do not use on wet surfaces. Store indoors.

WARNING:  Cut Hazard. 

Turn off and unplug unit, then wait until fan stops or at least 10  seconds before removing the  blower or vacuum tube

assemblies.

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

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Summary of Contents for BL1500

Page 1: ...NY REASON PLEASE CALL 1 800 544 6986 BEFORE YOU CALL HAVE THE CATALOG No AND DATE CODEAVAILABLE IN MOST CASES A BLACK DECKER REPRESENTATIVE CAN RESOLVE THE PROBLEM OVER THE PHONE IF YOU HAVEA SUGGESTION OR COMMENT GIVE USACALL YOUR FEEDBACK IS VITALTO BLACK DECKER T THANK HANK YOU YOU FOR FOR CHOOSING CHOOSING B BLACK LACK D DECKER ECKER G GO O T TO O WWW WWW B BLACKAND LACKANDD DECKER ECKER COM C...

Page 2: ...balance at all times DO NOT pick up anything that is burning or smoking such as cigarettes matches or hot ashes MAINTAIN TOOL WITH CARE Keep fan area clean for best and safest performance Follow instructions for proper maintenance DO NOT attempt to repair the blower vac To assure product safety and reliability repairs maintenance and adjustments should be performed by Black Decker service centers ...

Page 3: ...8 gauge When using more than one extension to make up the total length be sure each individual extension contains at least the minimum wire size Before using an extension cord inspect it for loose or exposed wires damaged insulation and defective fittings Make any needed repairs or replace the cord if necessary To determine the minimum wire size required refer to the chart Safety Rules and Instruc...

Page 4: ...he air concentrator attachment to target air flow to a tighter area Add the attachment to the assembly as shown in figure 3 Push on until hole in tab engages raised post on tube Use the leaf blaster attachment to rapidly move air back and forth to remove stubborn debris from grassy areas Add the tube to the assembly as shown in figure 4 Push on until hole in tab engages raised post on tube To lock...

Page 5: ...o stop rotating before disassembly Do not use in vacuum mode without the vacuum tubes and collection bag in place Always switch off and remove the plug from the electrical supply when Changing from blower to vacuum The power supply cord has become damaged or entangled You leave blower vac unattended Clearing a blockage Checking adjusting cleaning or working on blower vac Use blower vac only in day...

Page 6: ...n from side to side advance slowly keeping the accumulated debris leaves in front of you Once you have blown the debris leaves into a pile you can convert to vacuum mode to collect the debris Using the air concentrator will help remove matted debris and leaves Using the leaf blaster attachment will help move air back and forth to remove stubborn debris from grassy areas VACUUM MODE FIGURE 13 MODEL...

Page 7: ...zip the bag to empty before continuing to operate 14 15 MAINTENANCE CLEANING AND STORAGE TURN OFF AND UNPLUG TOOL Unplug extension cord at power source Use only mild soap and a damp cloth to clean the tool Never let any liquid get inside the tool never immerse any part of the tool into a liquid Clean out any clippings which may have accumulated in the Blower Vac When used properly with dry leaves ...

Page 8: ...ustomers with efficient and reliable power tool service Whether you need technical advice repair or genuine factory replacement parts contact the Black Decker location nearest you To find your local service location refer to the yellow page directory under Tools Electric or call 1 800 544 6986 or visit www blackanddecker com FULL TWO YEAR HOME USE WARRANTY Black Decker U S Inc warrants this produc...

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