Black & Decker 905180165 User manual

UK
Ireland
Australia
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Intended use
Your Black & Decker vacuum cleaner has been designed to
vacuum dry substances. This product is intended for
household use only.
Safety instructions
Warning!When using mains-powered appliances, basic safety
precautions, including the following, should always be followed
to reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, personal injury and
material damage.
XRead all of this manual carefully before using the
appliance.
XThe intended use is described in this manual. The use of
any accessory or attachment or the performance of any
operation with this appliance other than those
recommended in this instruction manual may present a risk
of personal injury.
XRetain this manual for future reference.
Using your appliance
XMake sure that the appliance is switched off before
connecting to or disconnecting from the power supply.
XAlways take care when using the appliance.
XDo not use the appliance outdoors.
XNever pull the power supply cord to disconnect the plug
from the socket. Keep the power supply cord away from
heat, oil and sharp edges.
XIf the power supply cord is damaged during use, disconnect
the appliance from the power supply immediately. Do not
touch the power supply cord before disconnecting from the
power supply.
XDisconnect the appliance from the power supply when not
in use, before fitting or removing parts and before cleaning.
Safety of others
XDo not allow children or any person unfamiliar with these
instructions to use the appliance.
XDo not allow children or animals to come near the work
area or to touch the appliance or power supply cord. Close
supervision is necessary when the appliance is used near
children.
After use
XSwitch off and remove the plug from the socket before
leaving the appliance unattended and before changing,
cleaning or inspecting any parts of the appliance.
XWhen not in use, the appliance should be stored in a dry
place. Children should not have access to stored
appliances.
Inspection and repairs
XBefore use, check the appliance for damaged or defective
parts. Check for breakage of parts, damage to switches and
any other conditions that may affect its operation.
XDo not use the appliance if any part is damaged or
defective.
XHave any damaged or defective parts repaired or replaced
by an authorised repair agent.
XBefore use, check the power supply cord for signs of
damage, ageing and wear.
XDo not use the appliance if the power supply cord or mains
plug is damaged or defective.
XIf the power supply cord or mains plug is damaged or
defective it must be repaired by an authorised repair agent
in order to avoid a hazard. Do not cut the power supply cord
and do not attempt to repair it yourself.
XNever attempt to remove or replace any parts other than
those specified in this manual.
Electrical safety
This tool is double insulated; therefore no earth
wire is required. Always check that the power
supply corresponds to the voltage on the rating
plate.
Additional safety instructions for vacuum cleaners
XBefore use, always make sure that the filter is correctly
seated.
XDo not carry the appliance at the container handle.
XDo not use the appliance to pick up liquids.
XDo not use the appliance to pick up any materials that could
catch fire.
XDo not use the appliance near water. Do not immerse the
appliance in water.
XKeep the motor draught away from your eyes and face.
XKeep children and animals at a safe distance when using
this appliance.
XAlways work from bottom up when using the appliance on
stairs, and keep the appliance at least a stair below your
working position.
XDo not use the appliance without the suction head or
another suitable accessory mounted to the tube.
XKeep your hair, clothing and gloves away from moving
parts. Do not reach into the rotating brush. Keep the
rotating brush away from the power supply cord.
XDo not use damaged accessories.
XUse only Black & Decker accessories.

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Features
This appliance includes some or all of the following features.
1. Hose
2. Container handle
3. Filter cleaning switch (not VN1800N)
4. On/off switch
5. Handle
6. Cord rewind button
7. Suction head
8. Wheels
9. Container
10. Extension tube
11. Airflow control switch
In addition, this appliance is supplied with some or all of the
following accessories (fig. A):
12. Crevice tool
13. Brush tool
14. Parquet floor head (VN2010 / VN2200 / VN2400)
15a.Large turbo brush (VN1800T / VN2200 / VN2205 /
VN2400)
15b.Mini turbo brush (VN2000C)
The parquet floor head is not included with all models. This
accessory is available from your Black & Decker dealer /
service centre (cat. no. WV100).
The large turbo brush is not included with all models. This
accessory is available from your Black & Decker dealer /
service centre (Cat. No. WV200).
The mini turbo brush is not included with all models. This
accessory is available from your Black & Decker dealer /
service centre (Cat. No. WV300).
Assembly
Connecting the hose (fig. A)
XInsert the hose connector (16) into the inlet (17) of the
appliance.
XLine up the hose connector tabs with the slots in the inlet.
XSlide the hose further until the release buttons (18) (2
positions) click into place.
XTo disconnect the hose, press the release buttons (18) (2
positions) and pull out the hose.
Mounting the extension tube (fig. A)
XPress the lock button (19) and slide the hose nozzle (20) into
the tube (10) until it clicks into place.
XTo remove the tube (10), press the lock button and pull the
hose nozzle (20) out of the tube.
Mounting the suction head (fig. A)
The suction head (7) allows for vacuuming on carpet and
hard surfaces (e.g. laminate and tiles).
XPress the lock button (21) and slide the tube (10) into the
head (7) until it clicks into place.
XTo remove the head (7), press the lock button (21) and pull
the tube (10) out of the head (7).
VN2010 / VN2200 / VN2400 - Mounting the parquet floor
head (fig. A)
The parquet floor head (14) allows for vacuuming on wooden
and polished surfaces.
XPress the lock button (21) and slide the tube (10) into the
head (14) until it clicks into place.
XTo remove the head (14), press the lock button (21) and pull
the tube (10) out of the head.
VN1800T / VN2200 / VN2205 / VN2400 - Mounting the
large turbo brush (fig. A)
The large turbo brush (15a) allows for vacuuming on cut pile
carpeting.
The brush is particularly useful for picking up hair, threads,
etc., as well as for refreshing trodden-down carpet pile.
XPress the lock button (21) and slide the tube (10) into the
head (15a) until it clicks into place.
XTo remove the head (15a), press the lock (21) button and
pull the tube (10) out of the head.
VN2000C - Mounting the mini turbo brush (fig. A)
The mini turbo brush (15b) allows for vacuuming on cut pile
carpeting and is especially ideal for stair cleaning.
The brush is particularly useful for picking up hair, threads,
etc., as well as for refreshing trodden-down carpet pile.
XPress the lock button (21) and slide the tube (10) into the
head (15b) until it clicks into place.
XTo remove the head (15b), press the lock (21) button and
pull the tube (10) out of the head.
Mounting accessories (fig. A)
The crevice tool (12) allows for vacuuming in narrow and
hard to-reach places. The brush tool (13) allows for
vacuuming on furniture, blinds, curtains, windows and stairs.
The accessories can be mounted on both the hose (1) and the
tube (10).
XPress the lock button (19 or 21) and slide the accessory onto
the hose nozzle (20) or the tube (10).
XTo remove an accessory, press the lock button (19 or 21)
and pull the accessory off.
When not in use, the accessories can be stored on the
accessory holder (22). The accessory holder is stored on the
hose nozzle. This is clipped into place, to remove pull way
from the hose nozzle. The tools are stored as shown in fig. A.

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Use
Unwinding and rewinding the cord
The cord rewind button (6) can be operated by hand or foot.
XBefore use, pull a sufficient length of cord from the back of
the appliance.
XAfter use, press the cord rewind button (6) to store the cord
back into place. Manually guide the cord to ensure it does
not swing back. Ensure the plug is correctly located.
Adjusting the length of the tube (fig. B)
The extension tube (10) is made up of three pieces.
XTo extend the middle / lower two pieces, press the lower
adjustment button (23) and slide out the tube fully until it
clicks into place.
XThe upper two pieces can be adjusted in 11 steps. Press the
upper adjustment button knob (24) and slide the tube to the
desired length. Make sure that the tube clicks into place.
Adjusting the suction head (fig. A)
XFor vacuuming on carpets, switch the floor surface selector
(25) into the up position.
XFor vacuuming on laminates, tiles, etc., switch the floor
surface selector (25) into the down position.
Switching on and off
XThe on/off switch (4) can be operated by hand or foot.
XTo switch the appliance on, press the on/off switch (4).
XTo switch the appliance off, press the on/off switch (4)
again.
Adjusting the airflow (fig. B)
XRotate the airflow control switch (11) to adjust the airflow
as desired. Max and min positions are shown.
Vacuuming
XWhen operating the appliance, make sure that the hose is
not trapped, twisted or blocked
XIn case of overheating, a cut-out will operate and the
appliance will automatically stop.
XIf the appliance stops operating, unplug the appliance and
allow it to cool for 2-3 hours.
Hints for optimum use
XWhen working in confined spaces, temporarily remove the
accessory holder from the tube to improve your scope.
XWhen vacuuming stairs, always start at the bottom and
work your way up. Position the appliance on the floor and
do the stairs until halfway. Then carry the appliance to a
stable position which is at least one stair below your
working position, and do the top half of the stairs.
VN2200 - Using the turbo brush (fig. A)
XTake care that the speed control switch is at the highest
setting. Move the slider on top of the brush as necessary to
optimise the suction force.
XMove the brush steadily back and forth. Do not keep the
brush on the same place for a long time, as this might
damage the surface.
Carrying the appliance (fig. C)
During use the appliance can be carried using the handle (5).
XTilt the handle into position as shown.
Temporarily parking the suction head (fig. D)
XUse the park position for a temporary parking of the suction
head.
Storing the appliance (fig. E & F)
Warning! Warning! When storing the appliance, switch the
appliance off and unplug it.
XMake sure that the cord is fully rewound.
XPlace the appliance in an upright position.
XWrap the hose around the appliance.
XInsert the suction head hook (26) into the recess in the
appliance.
XPush the tube until the locking device (27) inserts into the
corresponding recess in the appliance as shown. The
locking device (27) engages automatically.
XStore the appliance in a dry location. The appliance can be
carried by the container handle (2).
XTo take the tube from the appliance for use, press the lever
on the locking device (27) on the back of the tube and pull
the tube away from the unit and lift the tube and head out
of the parking slots.
Maintenance
Your Black & Decker tool 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.
Cleaning the filter (not VN1800N)
The appliance is fitted with a filter cleaning feature.
XAfter every use switch the appliance off but don't unplug
from the mains.
XEnsure the container is securely in place.
XPress the filter cleaning switch (3) and the filter cleaning
cycle will run for 10 seconds, after which it will
automatically switch off. During the 10 seconds, the auto
cleaning system cleans the filter.
XThe plug can now be removed from the socket.
This will ensure that the next time the appliance is used the
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Note: The appliance is designed to prevent vacuuming
during the filter cleaning cycle. If the vacuum is switched on
during the filter cleaning cycle, the filter cleaning cycle will
stop.
Warning! Before performing any maintenance or cleaning on
the appliance, unplug the appliance.
XRegularly clean the ventilation slots in your appliance using
a soft brush or dry cloth.
XRegularly clean the motor housing using a damp cloth. Do
not use any abrasive or solvent-based cleaner.
VN1800T / VN2200 / VN2205 / VN2400 - Clearing the
large turbo brush (fig. G)
XRemove any hair or threads collected onto the brush (28).
Use a pair of scissors if necessary.
XRemove the cover (29) to remove any foreign objects
blocking the air turbine (30). Re-fit the cover.
Emptying the container (fig. H & I)
The container (9) must be emptied when the dirt fills to the
maximum mark indicated on the bin.
XRemove the container (9) from the appliance by pressing
the two release buttons (31) and lifting the container out of
the appliance.
XPress the lower door latch (32) to release the dirt.
XEmpty the container as necessary.
XClean the filter as described below (not VN1800N).
XClose the lower door and make sure that it clicks into place.
XRe-fit the container (9) into the appliance, make sure that
the release buttons (31) click into place.
XPress the filter cleaning switch (3) and the filter cleaning
cycle will run for 10 seconds, after which it will
automatically switch off. This will ensure that the next time
the appliance is used, the performance will be at it's
optimum.
Cleaning
Warning! Before cleaning and maintenance, switch the
appliance off and unplug it.
XFrom time to time wipe the appliance with a damp cloth. Do
not use any abrasive or solvent-based cleaner. Do not
immerse the appliance in water.
Cleaning the container filters (fig. H - K)
The container filters prevent dust and dirt from entering the
motor housing. The filters are re-usable and should be
cleaned periodically (VN1800N - clean after every bowl
empty).
XRemove the container from the appliance (fig. H).
XPress the lower door latch (32) to release the lower door
(fig. I).
XRemove the pre-filter (33) from the container (9) (fig. J) by
rotating anti clockwise.
XPull the filter (34) off the filter holder (fig. K).
Warning! Do not brush or use compressed air to clean the
filter.
XDepending on its condition, rinse the outside of the filter
with water. Allow the filter to dry for 24 hours before
reinserting it.
Warning! Do not wash the inside of the filter.
XReplace the filter.
XRe-fit the pre-filter.
XClose the lower door.
XRe-insert the container into the appliance.
Cleaning the motor filter (fig. H & L)
The motor filter (35) prevents particles and larger objects
from entering the motor housing when the container is
removed.
The filter (35) is re-usable and should be cleaned regularly.
XRemove the container from the appliance (fig. H).
XTake the filter (35) out (fig. L).
XBrush any loose dust off the filter.
XReplace the filter (35).
XRe-insert the container into the appliance.
Replacing the filters
If the container filter (34) is damaged or fails to operate
properly, it must be replaced. Replacement filters are
available from your Black & Decker dealer (cat. no. VLF50).
Replacing the container filter
XProceed as described above to replace the filter (34).
Replacing the outlet filter (fig. M & N)
The appliance is fitted with a lifetime filter but if it is
required to be replaced, replace it as follows:
XRemove the two screws (36)
XRemove the cover (37) by using a tool to lift the cover up.
XRemove the old filter (38) by pulling it out.
XInsert the new filter as shown.
XRefit the cover with the two screws (36).
Mains plug replacement (U.K. & Ireland only)
If a new mains plug needs to be fitted:
XSafely dispose of the old plug.
XConnect the brown lead to the live terminal in the new plug.
XConnect the blue lead to the neutral terminal.
Warning! No connection is to be made to the earth terminal.
Follow the fitting instructions supplied with good quality plugs.
Recommended fuse: 13A.

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Protecting the environment
Should you find one day that your tool needs
replacement, or if it is of no further use to you,
think of the protection of the environment. Black
& Decker repair agents will accept old Black &
Decker tools and ensure that they are disposed of
in an environmentally safe way.
Separate collection of used products and
packaging allows materials to be recycled and
used again. Re-use of recycled materials helps
prevent environmental pollution and reduces the
demand for raw materials.
Local regulations may provide for separate collection of
electrical products from the household, at municipal waste
sites or by the retailer when you purchase a new product.
Black & Decker provides a facility for the collection and
recycling of Black & Decker products once they have reached
the end of their working life. To take advantage of this
service please return your product to any authorised repair
agent who will collect them on our behalf.
You can check the location of your nearest authorised repair
agent by contacting your local Black & Decker office at the
address indicated in this manual. Alternatively, a list of
authorised Black & Decker repair agents and full details of
our after-sales service and contacts are available on the
Internet at: www.2helpU.com.
Technical data
EC declaration of conformity
VN1800/VN1800T/VN1800N/VN2000/VN2000C/VN2010/
VN2200/VN2205/VN2400
Black & Decker declares that these products conform to:
89/336/EEC, 2006/95/EC, EN 55014, EN 61000, EN 60335, EN
61000-3-11
Level of sound pressure, measured
according to EN 60704-1: = 73 dB(A)
Kevin Hewitt
Director of Consumer Engineering
Spennymoor, County Durham
DL16 6JG,
United Kingdom
01-04-2007
Guarantee
Black & Decker is confident of the quality of its products and
offers an outstanding guarantee. This guarantee statement
is in addition to and in no way prejudices your statutory
rights. The guarantee is valid within the territories of the
Member States of the European Union and the European
Free Trade Area.
If a Black & Decker product becomes defective due to faulty
materials, workmanship or lack of conformity, within 24
months from the date of purchase, Black & Decker
guarantees to replace defective parts, repair products
subjected to fair wear and tear or replace such products to
make sure of the minimum inconvenience to the customer
unless:
XThe product has been used for trade, professional or hire
purposes.
XThe product has been subjected to misuse or neglect.
XThe product has sustained damage through foreign objects,
substances or accidents.
XRepairs have been attempted by persons other than
authorised repair agents or Black & Decker service staff.
To claim on the guarantee, you will need to submit proof of
purchase to the seller or an authorised repair agent. You can
check the location of your nearest authorised repair agent by
contacting your local Black & Decker office at the address
indicated in this manual. Alternatively, a list of authorised
Black & Decker repair agents and full details of our after-
sales service and contacts are available on the Internet at:
www.2helpU.com
Please visit our website www.blackanddecker.co.uk to
register your new Black & Decker product and to be kept up
to date on new products and special offers. Further
information on the Black & Decker brand and our range of
products is available at www.blackanddecker.co.uk.
VN1800N VN1800
VN1800T
VN2000
VN2000C
VN2010
Voltage Vac 230 230 230
(Australia & New Zealand) Vac 240
Power input W 1800 1800 2000
Cable length m 5 6 7
Container size l 2.5 2.5 2.5
Weight kg 8.8 9.1 9.6
VN2200
VN2205
VN2400
Voltage Vac 230 230
(Australia & New Zealand) Vac 240
Power input W 2200 2400
Cable length m 8 8
Container size l 2.5 2.5
Weight kg 9.7 9.8

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