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

PLEASE READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS CAREFULLY BEFORE USING THE UNIT.

WARNING:

This product contains chemicals, including lead, known to the State of California 

to cause cancer, and birth defects or other reproductive harm.  Wash hands after 
handling.

WARNING:

To reduce the risk of fire, electrical shock or injury:

Close supervision is necessary when any appliance is used by or near children.  Do not allow to
be used as a toy.

To protect against risk of electrical shock, do not put unit or charging base in water or other liquid.

Do not use Dustbuster

®

dry hand vacs to pick up liquids, toxic substances, flammable or 

combustible liquids such as gasoline or use in areas where they may be present.

Do not use wet/dry hand vacs to pick up toxic substances, flammable or combustible liquids such
as gasoline or use in areas where they may be present.

Do not operate in the presence of explosives and/or flammable fumes or liquids.

Do not operate any appliance with a damaged cord or charger or after the appliance 
malfunctions, is left outdoors, dropped into water or is damaged in any manner.  Return the 
appliance to any authorized service facility. 

Do not use Dustbuster

®

dry hand vacs outdoors or on wet surfaces.  Do not use the wet/dry hand

vacs outdoors.

Do not abuse the cord.  Never carry the charger or base by the cord or yank to disconnect from
an outlet; instead grasp the charger and pull to disconnect.  Keep cord away from heated 
surfaces.  Do not pull cord around sharp edges or corners.

Do not allow the cord to hang over the edge of a table or counter or touch hot surfaces. The unit
should be placed or mounted away from sinks and hot surfaces.

Do not use an extension cord.  Plug the charger directly into an electrical outlet.

Use the charger only in a standard electrical outlet (120V/60Hz).

Do not attempt to use the charger with any other product; do not attempt to charge this product
with any other charger. Use only the charger supplied by the manufacturer to recharge.

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

Do not insert accessories when unit is running.

Do not handle plug or appliance with wet hands.

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

Do not operate the unit without a filter in place.  Replace a damaged filter promptly.

Do not vacuum burning or smoking materials, such as lit cigarette butts, matches or hot ashes.

Do not use on or near hot surfaces.

Use extra caution when cleaning on stairs.

This appliance is intended for household use only and not for commercial or industrial use.

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

Unplug the charger from outlet before any routine cleaning or maintenance.

This product includes rechargeable nickel cadmium batteries.  Do not incinerate batteries as
they will explode at high temperatures.

Leaks from battery cells can occur under extreme conditions.  If the liquid, which is a 20-35%
solution of potassium hydroxide, gets on the skin (1) wash quickly with soap and water or (2) 
neutralize with a mild acid such as lemon juice or vinegar.  If the liquid gets into the eyes, flush
them immediately with clean water for a minimum of 10 minutes.  Seek medical attention.

INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS (FIG. B)

Fix the charging base within reach of an electrical outlet, as illustrated, using the screws and plugs
supplied. Plug in and place the product in position. The charging base can also be fixed, or simply
placed, in a convenient horizontal position. 
NOTE: Avoid damaging the cord while fixing the base to the wall or when removing or replacing the
product from the base.

RECHARGING (FIG. C)

From new, the rechargable cells of the product need a minimum charge time of 16 hours to ensure full
power. We suggest you fully discharge the product when it is used for the first time as this will help the
cells recharge faster. The switch must be in the off (“O”) position, the product will not charge if it is in
any other position. While charging, the product may get warm, this is perfectly normal and safe. It can
remain on charge indefinitely without damage or danger. It is not possible to “overcharge” the battery
cells with the charger provided.   

OPERATION (FIG. D)

This product is for dry pick-up only.
To start, slide the On/Off switch forward (i.e. “O”= Off, “I” = On). To stop, slide the switch back.

9.6 volt units:

To start, slide the power switch forward to on (1) position for longest run time. Slide

switch to second position (2) for extra power when cleaning larger messes and debris. 
Always return the product to the charging base immediately after use so that it will be ready and fully
charged for the next use. Ensure that the product is fully engaged on the charging base.

CLEANING THE PRODUCT (FIGS . E-I)

WARNING:

Never use the Dustbuster without its filters.

NOTE:

The filters are re-usable, do not confuse them with disposable dust bags, and do not throw

them away when the product is emptied. We recommend that you replace the filters every 6-9 months.

FIG. E

Remove the dust bowl by pressing the dust bowl release button and pulling the bowl 

down and out. To replace the bowl, place it back onto the handle and click firmly into 
position.

FIG. F

Empty the dust from the bowl and wash if necessary (see Fig. H).

FIG. G

To remove the filter twist it in a clockwise direction. Shake or lightly brush any loose 

dust off the filter. 

FIG. H

Wash the filter regularly using warm, soapy water and ensure that it is completely dry 

before using it again. The cleaner the filters are, the better the product will perform. It is 
very important that the filter is correctly in position before use. The dust bowl can also be 
washed in warm soapy water. Ensure that it is dry before re-attaching.

IMPORTANT:

Maximum dust collection will only be obtained with clean filters and an empty dust

bowl. If dust begins to fall back out of the product after it is switched off, this indicates that the bowl
is full and requires emptying.

FIG. I

Never immerse the product in water. A damp cloth and soapy water should be used to 

clean the exterior of the motor section.  Always ensure the product is completely dry 
before re-use or storing.

ECONOMIC USAGE

Your product is very economical to charge. While it is charging it uses less than half the amount of

electricity used by a light bulb.

When fully charged, the average effective usage times are between 8-10 minutes.

Catalog Nos. V1200, V1210, V1220, V4800, V4810, V4820, V7200, V7210, V7220, V7260, V8460, V9600, V9610,

V9620, V9650, V9660, FVE1210, FVE9610

FORM NO. 571908-02 REV. 4 

PRINTED IN CHINA FEB. ‘03

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How To Use

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Catalog Nos. V1200, V1210, V1220, V4800, V4810, V4820, V7200,

V7210, V7220, V7260, V8460, V9600, V9610, V9620, V9650, V9660,

FVE1210, FVE9610

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Product Features (Fig. A)

1. On/Off slide switch (3 Position switch (9.6 volt units only))
2. Release button
3. Dust bowl
4. Wall mountable charging base
5. Charger

A

B

C

D

E

F

G

H

I

J

K

L

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2

3

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5

9.6V

4.8V
7.2V

12.0V

Summary of Contents for Dust Buster V1200

Page 1: ... a minimum charge time of 16 hours to ensure full power We suggest you fully discharge the product when it is used for the first time as this will help the cells recharge faster The switch must be in the off O position the product will not charge if it is in any other position While charging the product may get warm this is perfectly normal and safe It can remain on charge indefinitely without dam...

Page 2: ...ppareil loin des éviers ou des surfaces chaudes Ne pas utiliser de cordon de rallonge Brancher le chargeur directement dans une prise Brancher le chargeur seulement dans une prise standard 120 V 60 Hz Ne pas utiliser le chargeur avec un autre appareil ni tenter de charger le produit avec un autre chargeur Utiliser seulement le chargeur fourni par le fabricant Éloigner les cheveux les vêtements amp...

Page 3: ...ier cosa que pueda reducir la circulación de aire No opere la unidad sin instalar un filtro Cambie el filtro si está dañado No aspire material que se esté quemando o produciendo humo tales como las colillas de cigarrillo encendidas fósforos y las cenizas de la chimenea No use cerca de superficies calientes Tome cuidado adicional al aspirar las escaleras Este producto ha sido diseñado solamente par...

Page 4: ...ante Las devoluciones deberán hacerse dentro del tiempo estipulado por la política de cambios del distribuidor usualmente de 30 a 90 días después de la venta Se puede requerir prueba de compra Por favor verifique con el vendedor las políticas específicas de devolución relacionadas a las devoluciones en tiempo posterior al estipulado para cambios La segunda opción es llevar o enviar el producto con...

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