Black & Decker BDH1600PL User manual

INSTRUCTION MANUAL
CORDLESS HAND VAC
CATALOG NUMBERS
BDH1600PL
BDH1800PL
BDH2000PL 20V MAX*
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INSTRUCTIVO DE OPERACIÓN, CENTROS DE SERVICIO Y PÓLIZA DE GARANTÍA.
ADVERTENCIA: LÉASE ESTE INSTRUCTIVO ANTES DE USAR EL PRODUCTO.
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
When using an electrical appliances, basic precautions should always be followed, including the following:
READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING THE APPLIANCE.
WARNING: Read all safety warnings and all instructions. Failure to follow
the warnings and instructions listed below may result in electric shock, fire and/or serious injury.
WARNING: Some household dust contains chemicals known to the
State of California to cause cancer, birth defects or other reproductive harm such as
asbestos and lead in lead based paint.
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.
• Shock Hazard. To protect against risk of electrical shock, do not put unit or charging
base in water or other liquid.
• Donotuse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.
• Shock Hazard.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dryhandvacsoutdoorsoronwetsurfaces.
• 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.
• Shock Hazard.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.
• Fire Hazard.Donotvacuumburningorsmokingmaterials,suchaslitcigarettebutts,
matches or hot ashes.
•Donotchargetheunitoutdoors
• 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LithiumIonbatteries.Donotincineratebatteriesas
theywillexplodeathightemperatures.
•If battery contents come into contact with the skin, immediately wash area
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 moderate injury.
NOTICE: Usedwithoutthesafetyalertsymbolindicatespotentiallyhazardous
situation which, if not avoided, may result in property damage.

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with mild soap and water. Ifbatteryliquidgetsintotheeye,rinsewateroverthe
openeyefor15minutesoruntilirritationceases.Ifmedicalattentionisneeded,the
batteryelectrolyteforLithiumIonbatteriesiscomposedofamixtureofliquidorganic
carbonates and lithium salts.
WARNING: Donotlookintotheairventswhentheunitisswitchedon,as
sometimes there is a possibility of small debris being discharged from the air vents, especially
after cleaning / replacement of the filters as debris inside the unit can be disturbed.
• Thechargersuppliedwiththisproductisintendedtobepluggedinsuchthatitis
correctly orientated in a vertical or floor mount position.
SAFETY WARNINGS AND INSTRUCTIONS: BATTERIES
• Donotdisassembleoropen,drop(mechanicalabuse),crush,bendordeform,
puncture, or shred.
• Donotmodifyorremanufacture,attempttoinsertforeignobjectsintothebattery,
immerseorexposetowaterorotherliquids,orexposetofire,excessiveheatincluding
soldering irons, or put in microwave oven.
• O
nly use the battery / tool with a charging system specified by the manufacturer/supplier.
• Donotshort-circuitabatteryorallowmetallicorconductiveobjectstocontactboth
battery terminals simultaneously.
•
Disposeofusedbatteriespromptlyaccordingtothemanufacturer/supplier’sinstructions.
• Improperbatteryusemayresultinafire,explosion,orotherhazard.
• Battery/toolusagebychildrenshouldbesupervised.
SAFETY WARNINGS AND INSTRUCTIONS: CHARGING
1. Thismanualcontainsimportantsafetyandoperatinginstructions.
2. Beforeusingbatterycharger,readallinstructionsandcautionarywarningsonbattery
charger and product using battery. CAUTION: To reduce the risk of injury, use this
chargeronlywiththisproduct.Batteriesinotherproductsmayburstcausing
personal injury or damage.
3. Donotexposechargertorainorsnow.
4. UseofanattachmentnotrecommendedorsoldbyBLACK+DECKER may result in a
risk of fire, electric shock, or injury to persons.
5. Toreduceriskofdamagetoelectricplugandcord,pullbyplugratherthancord
when disconnecting charger.
6. Makesurecordislocatedsothatitwillnotbesteppedon,trippedover,orotherwise
subjected to damage or stress.
7. Anextensioncordshouldnotbeusedunlessabsolutelynecessary.Useofimproper
extensioncordcouldresultinariskoffire,electricshockorelectrocution.
8. Useonlythesuppliedchargerwhenchargingyourtool.Theuseofanyothercharger
could damage the tool or create a hazardous condition.
9. Useonlyonechargerwhencharging.
10.Donotattempttoopenthecharger.Therearenocustomerserviceablepartsinside.
Return to any authorized BLACK+DECKER service center.
11.DONOTincineratethetoolorbatterieseveniftheyareseverelydamagedor
completelywornout.Thebatteriescanexplodeinafire.Toxicfumesandmaterials
are created when lithium ion battery packs are burned.
12.Donotchargeorusebatteryinexplosiveatmospheres,suchasinthepresenceof
flammableliquids,gasesordust.Insertingorremovingthebatteryfromthecharger
may ignite the dust or fumes.
13.Ifbatterycontentscomeintocontactwiththeskin,immediatelywashareawithmild
soapandwater.Ifbatteryliquidgetsintotheeye,rinsewaterovertheopeneyefor
threeminutesoruntilirritationceases.Ifmedicalattentionisneeded,thebattery
electrolyteiscomposedofamixtureofliquidorganiccarbonatesandlithiumsalts.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
SYMBOLS
• Thelabelonyourtoolmayincludethefollowingsymbols.Thesymbolsandtheirdefinitionsareasfollows:
V..................volts A...................amperes
Hz................hertz W..................watts
min ..............minutes or AC.......alternating current
or DC ..direct current no.................no load speed
................Class I Construction .................earthing terminal
(grounded) ................safety alert symbol
................Class II Construction .../min or rpm ........ revolutions or reciprocation
(double insulated) per minute

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ASSEMBLY
ADJUSTING THE NOZZLE (FIG.
A - C)
The nozzle (4) has a brush (7) that can be
folded forward for dusting and upholstery
cleaning.
•Thenozzle(4)isstoredunderthe
appliance.
•Pressthepivotlockbutton(2)androtate
thenozzle(4)totherequiredposition.
•Releasethepivotlockbutton(2)tolockthe
nozzle in position
•Thenozzlecanbeextendedbypullingthe
crevicetool(6)untilitlocksintoposition.
•Thecrevicetoolcanberetractedby
pressing the raised button on the crevice
tool and pushing the crevice tool back into
the nozzle.
•Thenozzleshouldbereturnedtothe
storage position under the appliance after
use and while charging the appliance.
USE
•Beforefirstuse,thebatterymustbe
chargedforatleast24hours.
•Plugtheapplianceintothecharger
whenever power gets low.
CHARGING THE BATTERY (FIG. D)
WARNING: Charge only at
ambienttemperaturesbetween50°F(10°C)
and104°F(40°C).The charger supplied with
this product is intended to be plugged in
such that it is correctly oriented in a vertical
or floor mount position.
TO CHARGE THE APPLIANCE:
PRODUCT FEATURES
1.On/offswitch
2.Pivotlockbutton
3. Charging indicator
4.Nozzle
5.Bowlreleasebutton
6.Crevicetool
7.Brushtool
8.Dustbowldoor
9.Dustbowldoorrelease
10.Removabledustbowl
11.Chargingbase
A
B
C
7

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•Makesuretheapplianceisswitchedoff.
The battery will not be charged with the on/
offOn/Offswitch(1)intheOnposition.
•Plugthechargingbase(11)intoa
standard120Volt60Hzelectricaloutlet.
•Lowertheapplianceontothechargingbase.
TheblueLED(3)inthebaseoftheappliance
will blink to indicate that it is charging.
•Whenchargingiscomplete,theLEDwill
turn off.
• Thechargermaybecomewarmduring
charging. This is normal and does not
indicate a problem.
Whileitissafetoleavetheappliance
connected to the charger indefinitely, to
reduce power consumption, we recommend
unpluggingthechargerafter24hours.
SWITCHING ON AND OFF
(FIG. E)
•Toswitchtheapplianceon,slidetheon/
offswitch(1)forwardtopositionI.
•Toswitchtheapplianceoff,slidetheon/
offswitch(1)backtoposition0.
OPTIMIZING THE SUCTION
FORCE
Rotating the bowl agitates the filter to remove
dirt; however, in order to keep the suction force
optimized, the dust container and filters must
be cleaned regularly during use.
CLEANING THE FILTERS
(FIG. F - I)
WARNING: Projectile/
Respiratory Hazard: Neverusethe
appliance without the filters. Optimum dust
collection will only be achieved with clean filters.
CAUTION: Donotturn
appliance on when dust container is removed.
Boththeplasticpre-filter(12)andthe
pleatedfilter(13)arere-usableandshould
be cleaned regularly.
•Pullthedoorlatch(9),openthe
transparentdoor(8) as shown in figure F
and empty contents into a waste basket.
• Pushandholdthereleasebowlbutton
(5)onthenozzle.
• Rotatethenozzletowardthebottomof
the appliance as shown in figure G .
• Pullthedustcontainertotheside,and
away from the base of the appliance.
•Removethepleatedfilterfromthepre-
filter by pulling firmly as shown in figure H .
•Tapthefiltersvigorouslytoremoveloose
dust.
D
E
F
12
H
G

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• If necessary, wash the filter (13) in warm, soapy water
as
shown in figure I .
• Make sure that the filter is dry before refitting it to the appliance.
•Refitthepleatedfilterintotheplasticpre-filter.
•Closethetransparentdoorandmakesureitclicksintoplace.
T O REPLACE THE DUST CONTAINER
• Withthefiltersinstalledslidethecontainerbackontothebaseandrotate
the handle toward the front of the appliance until an audible click is heard.
Ensurethatthecontainerisfullyfastenedbackontothebase.
CLEANING THE DUST CONTAINER (FIG. J - L)
WARNING: Projectile/Respiratory Hazard:
Neverusetheappliancewithoutthefilters.
Optimum dust collection will only be achieved
with clean filters.
CAUTION: Donotturn
appliance on when dust container is removed.
• Pushandholdthereleasebowlbutton(5)
on the nozzle.
• Rotatethenozzletowardthebottomof
the appliance as shown in figure J .
• Pullthedustcontainertotheside,and
away from the base of the appliance.
•Pullthedoorlatch(9)andopenthe
transparentdoor(8).
•Removethepre-filter(12)andfilter(13)
from the appliance by twisting the filter to
the right and pulling it from the appliance
as shown in figure K .
• Oncefiltersareremoved,wipethedust
container with a damp cloth, or rinse with
warm soapy water as shown in figure L
and allow to dry.
T O REPLACE THE DUST CONTAINER
• Withthefiltersinstalled,slidethe
container back onto the base and
rotate the handle toward the front of the
appliance until an audible click is heard.
Ensurethatthecontainerisfullyfastened
back onto the base.
REPLACING THE FILTER
The filter should be replaced every
6to9monthsandwheneverwornor
damaged.Areplacementfilterisavailable
from your BLACK+DECKERdealer(cat.no.PVF110):
•Removetheoldfilterasdescribedabove.
•Fitthenewfilterasdescribedabove.
MAINTENANCE
Useonlymildsoapanddampclothtocleanthetool.Neverletanyliquidgetinsidethe
tool; never immerse the main body of the appliance into a liquid.
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 personnel, always using identical replacement parts.
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Troubleshooting
Problem Possible Cause Possible Solution
•Unitwillnotstart. •Batterynotcharged. •Checkbatterycharging 
requirements.
•Batterywillnotcharge. •Chargernotpluggedin. •Plugchargerintoaworking
      outlet.Referto“Important
      ChargingNotes”formoredetails.
      •Checkcurrentatreceptacleby
plugging in a lamp or other appliance.
       •Checktoseeifreceptacleis
connected to a light switch which
turns power off when you turn out
the lights.
   •Surroundingair •Movechargerandtooltoa
temperature too hot or surrounding air temperature
   toocold.  ofabove40degreesF(4.5°C)or
      below105degreesF(+40.5°C).
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 tool 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 tool could be hazardous.
BATTERY REMOVAL AND DISPOSAL
ThisproductusesLithiumIonrechargeableandrecyclablebatteries.Whenthebatteries
nolongerholdacharge,theyshouldberemovedfromtheVacandrecycled.Theymust
not be incinerated or composted.
The batteries can be taken for disposal to a BLACK+DECKER,Company-Ownedor
AuthorizedServiceCenter.Somelocalretailersarealsoparticipatinginanational
recyclingprogram(see“RBRCTM Seal”).Callyourlocalretailerfordetails.Ifyoubring
the batteries to a BLACK+DECKERCompany-OwnedorAuthorizedServiceCenter,the
Center will arrange to recycle old batteries. Or, contact your local municipality for proper
disposal instructions in your city/town.
To remove the battery pack for disposal:
1.)First,beforeattemptingtodisassembletheproduct,turnitonandleaveitonuntil
the motor completely stops insuring a complete discharge of the batteries.
2.)Removenozzle.
3.)Usingaphillipsscrewdriver,removethetwoexposedscrewsnearthefrontofhandle
securing the battery housing.
4.)Liftthehousingcoverawayfromtheassembly,exposingthebatteries.
5.)Liftoutthebatteryassemblyanddetachtheleadconnection.
6.)Disposeofbatteriesasperrecommendedguidelines.
The RBRC™ Seal
TheRBRC™(RechargeableBatteryRecyclingCorporation)SealontheLI-IONbattery
(orbatterypack)indicatesthatthecoststorecyclethebattery(orbatterypack)atthe
end of its useful life have already been paid by BLACK+DECKER.
RBRC™incooperationwithBLACK+DECKER and other battery users, has established
programsintheUnitedStatestofacilitatethecollectionofspentLI-IONbatteries.Help
protectourenvironmentandconservenaturalresourcesbyreturningthespentLI-ION
battery to an authorized BLACK+DECKER service center or to your local retailer for
recycling. You may also contact your local recycling center for information on where
to drop off the spent battery. RBRC™isaregisteredtrademarkoftheRechargeable Battery
Recycling Corporation.

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NOTE: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits
foraClassBdigitaldevice,pursuanttoPart15oftheFCCRules.Theselimits
are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a
residential installation. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency
energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful
interference to radio communications.
However,thereisnoguaranteethatinterferencewillnotoccurinaparticularinstallation.If
this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be
determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the
interference by one or more of the following measures:
•Reorientorrelocatethereceivingantenna.
•Increasetheseparationbetweentheequipmentandreceiver.
• Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected.
•Consultthedealeroranexperiencedradio/TVtechnicianforhelp.
Changesormodificationstothisunitnotexpresslyapprovedbythepartyresponsiblefor
compliancecouldvoidtheuser’sauthoritytooperatetheequipment.ThisClassBdigital
apparatuscomplieswithCanadianICES-003.
SERVICE INFORMATION
AllBLACK+DECKER Service Centers are staffed with trained personnel to provide
customers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

TWO-YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY
Black&Decker(U.S.)Inc.warrantiesthisproducttobefreefromdefectsinmaterial
orworkmanshipforaperiodoftwo(2)yearsfollowingthedateofpurchase,provided
that the product is used in a home environment. This limited warranty does not cover
failures due to abuse, accidental damage or when repairs have been made or attempted
by anyone other than BLACK+DECKERanditsAuthorizedServiceCenters.Adefective
product meeting the warranty conditions set forth herein will be replaced or repaired at no
charge in either of two ways:
Thefirst,whichwillresultinexchangesonly,istoreturntheproducttotheretailerfrom
whomitwaspurchased(providedthatthestoreisaparticipatingretailer).Returnsshould
bemadewithinthetimeperiodoftheretailer’spolicyforexchanges.Proofofpurchase
mayberequired.Pleasecheckwiththeretailerforitsspecificreturnpolicyregardingtime
limitsforreturnsorexchanges.Thesecondoptionistotakeorsendtheproduct(prepaid)
to a BLACK+DECKER owned or authorized Service Center for repair or replacement
at BLACK+DECKER’soption.Proofofpurchasemayberequired.BLACK+DECKER
ownedandauthorizedservicecentersarelistedunder“Tools–Electric”intheyellow
pages of the phone directory or online at www.blackanddecker.com.
This warranty does not apply to accessories. This warranty gives you specific legal rights
and you may have other rights which vary from state to state. Should you have any
questions, contact the manager of your nearest BLACK+DECKER Service Center. This
product is not intended for commercial use, and accordingly, such commercial use of
thisproductwillvoidthiswarranty.Allotherguarentees,expressorimplied,arehereby
disclaimed.
LATIN AMERICA: ThiswarrantydoesnotapplytoproductssoldinLatinAmerica.For
productssoldinLatinAmerica,checkcountryspecificwarrantyinformationcontainedin
the packaging, call the local company or see the website for such information.
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Importedby
Black & Decker (U.S.) Inc.,
701E.JoppaRd.
Towson,MD21286U.S.A.