SAVE THIS MANUAL FOR FUTURE REFERENCE
WARNING: IMPORTANT SAFETY WARNINGS AND INSTRUCTIONS
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 an electric appliance, basic safety precautions should always be
followed to reduce risk of fire, electric shock, and personal injury, including the following.
CAUTION:
Wear appropriate personal hearing protection during use. Under some
conditions and duration of use, noise from this product may contribute to hearing loss.
READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING THE BLOWER
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 haz ard ous situation which, if not avoided, may result in
minor or mod er ate injury.
CAUTION:
Used without the safety alert symbol indicates potentially hazardous situation
which, if not avoided, may result in property damage.
GENERAL SAFETY WARNINGS AND INSTRUCTIONS FOR ALL TOOLS
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READ
and follow all instructions.
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DO NOT
place inlet or outlet of vacuum near eyes or ears when operating.
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THIS APPLIANCE IS PROVIDED WITH DOUBLE INSULATION.
Use only identical
replacement parts. See instructions for servicing of double insulated appliances.
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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.
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DON'T OVERREACH.
Keep proper footing and balance at all times.
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DO NOT
pick up anything that is burning or smoking, such as cigarettes, matches or hot
ashes.
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MAINTAIN TOOL WITH CARE.
Keep fan area clean for best and safest performance.
Follow instructions for proper maintenance.
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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.
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DO NOT
operate blower/vac in a gaseous or explosive atmosphere. Motors in these tools
normally spark, and the sparks might ignite fumes.
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DO NOT
use to pick up flammable or combustible liquids such as gasoline or use in areas
where they may be present.
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USE EXTRA CARE
when cleaning on stairs.
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DO NOT
leave appliance when plugged in. Unplug from outlet when not in use and before
servicing.
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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.
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DO NOT
attempt to clear clogs from tool without first unplugging it.
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USE ONLY
as described in this manual. Use only manufacturer's recommended
attachments.
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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.
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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.
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DO NOT
unplug by pulling on cord. To unplug, grasp the plug, not the cord.
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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.
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KEEP
hair, loose clothing, fingers, and all parts of body away from openings and moving
parts.
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TURN OFF
all controls before unplugging.
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DO NOT
vacuum water, other liquids, or wet objects such as leaves. Never immerse any
part of the tool in liquid.
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DO NOT
handle plug or appliance with wet hands.
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KEEP CHILDREN, BYSTANDERS AND ANIMALS AWAY
from the work area a minimum
of 30 feet (10 meters) when starting or operating the tool.
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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:
To reduce the risk of electrical shock; do not expose to rain, do not use on
wet surfaces. Store indoors.
WARNING:
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
SERVICING OF DOUBLE INSULATED APPLIANCES
Your Blower/Vac is double-insulated to give you added safety. In a double insulated appli-
ance, two systems of insulation are provided instead of grounding. No grounding means is
provided on a double insulated appliance, nor should a means for grounding be added to
the appliance. Servicing a double insulated appliance requires extreme care and knowl-
edge of the system and should be done only by qualified service personnel. Replacement
parts for a double insulated appliance must be identical to the parts they replace. A double
insulated appliance is marked with the words double insulated or "double insulation". The
symbol (square within a square) may also be marked on the appliance.
SAFETY RULES AND INSTRUCTIONS: EXTENSION CORDS
Double insulated tools have 2-wire cords and can be used with 2-wire or 3-wire extension
cords. Only round jacketed extension cords should be used, and we recommend that they
be listed by Underwriters Laboratories (U.L.) (C.S.A. in Canada). If the extension will be
used outside, the cord must be suitable for outdoor use. Any cord marked as outdoor can
also be used for indoor work.
An extension cord must have adequate wire size (AWG or American Wire Gauge) for safety,
and to prevent loss of power and overheating. The smaller the gauge number of the wire,
the greater the capacity of the cable, that is 16 gauge has more capacity than 18 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 OPERATING
SECURING POWER SUPPLY CORD
• Secure the extension cord in the tool's built-in cord retainer as shown in Figure 12 or
secure the power supply cord and a suitable extension cord as shown in Figure 13.
SWITCH
NOTE:
The switch will not operate if the release button, shown in Figure 1, is depressed.
To turn the tool ON, slide the switch forward, as shown in Figure 1. To turn tool OFF, slide
switch to the rear.
OPERATION
USE AS A BLOWER: ALWAYS WEAR SAFETY GLASSES, WEAR A FILTER MASK IF THE
OPERATION IS DUSTY. USE OF RUBBER GLOVES AND SUBSTANTIAL FOOTWEAR IS
RECOMMENDED WHEN WORKING OUTDOORS. FOR HOUSEHOLD USE ONLY.
BLOWER MODE
• Ensure that the unit is switched OFF and is disconnected from the power supply.
Assemble blow tube as shown in Figure 2. (This only needs to be done the first time you
assemble the unit.)
WARNING:
When turning the tool off for tube installation or any other reason, wait 10
seconds for the fan to stop rotating before disassembly.
Attach the blower tube assembly (The assembly includes the blower tubes, the fan chamber
and the blower air speed control mechanism) to the front of the tool, as shown in Figure 3
by inserting point A into the matching recess marked point B, also shown in Figure 3. Swing
the tube up to engage the lock, as shown in Figure 4.
NOTE: The lock will not engage if the ON/OFF switch is in the forward (ON) position.
Hold the end of the blower tube approximately 7 inches (180mm) above the ground and turn
the tool ON. Using a sweeping motion, from side to side, advance slowly keeping the
accumulated debris (leaves,grass clippings etc.) in front of you, as shown in Figure 5. Once
you have blown the debris into a pile, you can convert to vacuum mode to collect the debris
for disposal.
BLOWER AIR SPEED CONTROL
• Your Blower Vac has a variable air speed feature that allows you to select the air speed
that best fits your needs. To adjust the air speed, simply slide the collar. This will allow
movement over the full range of 1 3/4"(44.5mm). With the slide collar in the "A" position,
as shown in Figure 6, the maximum blower speed will be 200 mph (320 kph). When
pushed forward to position "C" ( as far from the tool housing as possible; about 1
3/4"{44.5mm}) the speed will be approximately 140 mph (225 kph). Position "B" (midway
between the two) permits infinite adjustment between positions "A" and "C". A little
practice will help you determine what is the best speed for your application.
USE AS A VACUUM CLEANER: ALWAYS WEAR SAFETY GLASSES. WEAR A FILTER
MASK IF THE OPERATION IS DUSTY. USE OF RUBBER GLOVES AND SUBSTANTIAL
FOOTWEAR IS RECOMMENDED WHEN WORKING OUTDOORS. FOR HOUSEHOLD
USE ONLY.
REMOVING THE BLOWER TUBE ASSEMBLY
• Switch off the unit and unplug from the outlet.
To disconnect the blower tube assembly from the tool, depress the release button, shown
in Figure 1, ensuring that the tube does not fall to the ground.
NOTE:
The release button will not depress if the ON/OFF switch is in the forward (ON)
position.
VACUUMING MODE
• Ensure that the unit is switched off and disconnected from the power supply. Position the
vacuum tube and extension tube as shown in Figure 7. Push the extension tube into the
vacuum tube until it snaps into place and the arrows shown in Figure 7A are covered as in
Figure 7B. If necessary, this can be made easier by wiping the end of the extension tube
with a cloth dampened with soapy water only.
Attach the vacuum tube assembly (The assembly includes the extension tube, the
vacuum tube and the fan chamber.) to the front of the tool. Insert point "A", shown in
Figure 8, into the matching recess in the front of the tool point "B", also shown in Figure 8,
and swing the tube up to engage the lock, as shown in Figure 9.
Attach the collection bag to the vacuum outlet using the bayonet fitting, as shown in
Figure 10.
Hold the vacuum as shown in Figure 11. Tilt the vacuum tube slightly and use a sweeping
action similar to the action described under Blower Mode. The light debris will flow into
and through the vacuum tube into the collection bag. Things such as leaves and small
twigs will be mulched as they pass through the fan chamber so that the collection bag will
hold a lot of debris.
When the collection bag gets full, suction will noticeably decrease. Turn off and unplug the
tool and unzip the bag to empty before continuing to operate.
CAUTION: NEVER UNZIP THE COLLECTION BAG WITHOUT FIRST
TURNING OFF AND UNPLUGGING THE VACUUM.
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.
MAINTENANCE
CLEANING AND STORAGE
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TURN OFF AND UNPLUG TOOL! (Unplug extension cord at power source.)
Use only mild soap and a damp cloth to clean the tool. Clean out any clippings which
may have accumulated in the Blower/Vac. When used properly with dry leaves the fan
chamber of your Blower/Vac should remain clean. If damp earth and debris are ingested
some of the particles may build up on the inside of the fan chamber. If this happens the
performance of the unit will decrease. This area can be cleaned out by gently wiping out
with a damp rag after disconnecting from the power source. Your Blower/Vac should be
stored in a dry place.
CAUTION: DO NOT POUR OR SPRAY WATER ON THE TOOL IN AN
ATTEMPT TO CLEAN.
Do not store the tool on or adjacent to fertilizers or chemicals. Such storage can cause
rapid corrosion of the metal parts.
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.
IMPORTANT:
To assure product SAFETY and RELIABILITY, repairs, maintenance and
adjustment should be performed by authorized service centers or other qualified service
organizations, always using identical replacement parts.
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