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5
4. Reassemble the cleaned filter assembly and insert into
the dust bowl.
5. To replace the dust bowl, push it back onto the hand
vacuum until it clicks firmly into place.
WARNING:
Never use the appliance
without the filters. Optimum dust collection will only
be achieved with a clean filter.
Fig. F
5
4
Fig. G
4
20
19
18
Cleaning the dust bowl and filter
The dust bowl
4
, pre filter
20
and filter
19
can be washed
in warm soapy water.
1. Make sure the pre filter
20
, filter
19
and the
dust bowl
4
are completely dry before installing.
Removing and cleaning the rotary brushes (Fig. H)
CAUTION:
To reduce the risk of injury from
moving parts, disconnect the floor head from the
vacuum before cleaning or servicing.
• To remove the rotary brush
21
, pinch and lift the plastic
tab
22
on the pivoting clip
23
away from the floor
head
6
.
• Lift the rotary brush
21
out of the floor head. Clear
the brushes of any hair or other debris that may have
accumulated.
• Replace rotary brush, and secure pivoting clip before
using vacuum.
Fig. H
6
22
21
23
Replacing the filters
The filters should be replaced every 6 to 9 months and
whenever worn or damaged. Replacement filters are
available from your BLACK+DECKER dealer.
Visit
www.blackanddecker.com
to locate dealers.
• Remove the old filters as described in
Cleaning
the Filters
.
• Fit the new filters as described in
Cleaning the Filters
.
(cat. no:
SVF12
)
MAINTENANCE
Use only mild soap and damp cloth to clean the vac. Never
let any liquid get inside the vac; never immerse any part of
the vacuum into a liquid.
WARNING:
Make sure the vacuum is
completely dry before using it.
iMPORTAnT:
To assure product SAFETY and RELIABILITY,
repairs, maintenance and adjustment (other than those
listed in this manual) should be performed by authorized
service centers or other qualified service organizations,
always using identical replacement parts.
TROUBLESHOOTING
if the product does not work, check the following:
• The charger was correctly plugged in for recharge. (It
feels slightly warm to the touch.)
• The charger cord is not damaged and is correctly attached.
• The charger is plugged into a working electrical outlet.
• The switch is in the “OFF” position when charging.
if vacuum performance is poor, check the following:
• Clean the filters. (See "Cleaning and emptying the
vacuum" section.)
• Empty the dust bowl. (See "Cleaning and emptying the
vacuum" section.)
• Clean the rotary brushes. (See "Removing and cleaning
the rotary brushes" section.)
• The red LED flashes continuously, plug in the charger
and perform a recharge cycle
For assistance with your product, visit our website
www.blackanddecker.com
for the location of the service
center nearest you or call the BLACK+DECKER help line at
1–800–544–6986.
ACCESSORIES
Recommended accessories for use with your appliance are
available from your local dealer or authorized service center.
If you need assistance regarding accessories, please call:
1-800-544-6986.
WARNING:
The use of any accessory
not recommended for use with this appliance could
be hazardous.
The RBRC® Seal
The RBRC® (Rechargeable Battery
Recycling Corporation) Seal on the nickel
cadmium, nickel metal hydride or lithium-
