Black & Decker VM1000 User manual

While using electrical appliances, in order to reduce the risk of fire, electric shock,
and / or injury to persons, basic safety precautions should be followed, including the
following:
• Read all instructions carefully, even if you are familiar with the appliance.
• To protect against the risk of electric shock, DO NOT IMMERSE the appliance,
cord set or plug in water or other liquids.
• To clean, wipe the exterior with a damp cloth.
• Close supervision is necessary when any appliance is used near children. Never
leave an appliance unattended when in use.
• Switch off and remove the plug from the power outlet when not in use before
assembling or disassembling parts, cleaning or carrying out any maintenance of
the appliance. Never pull the cord while unplugging out from power outlet.
• Do not operate any appliance with a damaged cord or plug, or after the appliance
malfunctions, or is dropped or damaged in any manner. Return the complete
appliance to your nearest authorized service facility for examination, electrical
repair, mechanical repair or adjustment to avoid any hazard.
• The use of attachments or accessories not recommended or sold by this
appliance manufacturer may result in fire, electric shock or personal injury.
• Do not let the cord hang over the edge of a table, counter, or touch hot surfaces.
• Avoid touching hot surfaces, use handles and knobs.
• Do not operate or place any part of this appliance on or near any hot surfaces
(such as gas or electric burner or in a heated oven).
• Do not abuse the cord. Never carry the appliance by the cord or yank it to
disconnect it from the outlet; instead, grasp the plug and pull to disconnect.
• When using an extension cord with your appliance, make sure the extension cord
is correctly wired, and rated for its use.
• This product is intended for household use only.
• Do not attempt to repair the appliance yourself; instead, take it to your Black &
Decker-owned or Authorized Service Centre for repair.
IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
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Parts Identification:-
1. Handle
2. Electronic speed control
3. On / Off button
4. Cord rewind button
5. Bag full indicator
6. Hose connector
7. Carrying handle
8. Hose
9. Telescopic tube
10. Tube adjuster
11. Power cord
12. Floor Head
13. Brush actuator
14. Tool storage
15. Tool storage latch
16. Dust bag compartment
17. Dust bag compartment latch
18. Brush
19. Crevice tool
Product Features:
• 2000 Watts
• HEPA filter
• Permanent 3.5 litre cloth bag
• Chromed Telescopic Tube
• Electronic Speed Control
• On board tool storage
• Automatic cord rewind
• Bag full indicator
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How to use your Vacuum Cleaner
• This Vacuum Cleaner is intended for household use only.
• Do not use this appliance outdoors.
ASSEMBLY:
Connecting the hose
• Insert the hose connector (6) into the inlet of the appliance
• Push the hose until the release button clicks into place.
• To disconnect the hose, press the release button and pull out the hose.
Connecting the telescopic tube
• Push the hose handle (1) into the telescopic tube (9).
• To remove the tube, pull the hose out of the tube.
Fitting the floor head
• The floor head (12) can be used for vacuuming on carpet and hard surfaces (e.g.
laminate and tiles).
• Push the tube (9) into the head (12).
• To remove the head, pull it from the tube.
Fitting accessories
The crevice tool (19) is designed to help vacuum in narrow and hard-to reach
places. The brush tool (18) can be used to vacuum furniture, blinds, curtains,
windows and stairs. The accessories can be mounted on both the hose handle (1)
and the tube (9). When not in use, the accessories should be placed in the tool
storage compartment (14). Open the tool storage compartment (14) by pressing the
latch (15). The door will automatically spring open. Remove the required accessory
& close the door. Push the accessory onto the hose handle (1) or the tube (9) as
required. To remove an accessory, pull the accessory from the hose handle or the
tube.
USE:
Unwinding and rewinding the power cord
The cord rewind button (4) can be operated by hand or foot. Pull a sufficient length
of cord from the back of the appliance & connect it to a suitable power supply. After
use, unplug the cord and press the cord rewind (4) button to retract the cord into
the unit. Manually guide the cord to ensure it does not swing back. Ensure the plug
is correctly located.

Adjusting the tube length
The telescopic tube (9) can be adjusted as follows: Push the knob (10) and slide the
tube to the desired length. Release the knob.
Adjusting the suction head
For vacuuming on carpets, switch the brush actuator (13) to the up position. For
vacuuming on laminates, tiles, etc., switch the brush actuator to the down position.
Take care not to trap fingers when adjusting the brush position.
Switching on and off
• The on/off switch (3) can be operated by hand or foot.
• To switch the appliance on, press the on/off switch (3).
• To switch the appliance off, press the on/off switch again.
Adjusting the airflow
Rotate electronic speed control (5) to adjust the airflow as desired. The slider on the
nozzle can also be used to momentarily reduce the airflow if required.
Vacuuming
When operating the appliance, make sure that the hose is not trapped, twisted or
blocked. In case of overheating, a cut-out will operate and the appliance will
automatically stop. If the appliance stops operating, unplug the appliance and allow
it to cool for 2-3 hours before continuing.
Note: Never use the Vacuum to pick up anything burning or smoking (matches,
cigarettes, hot ashes, etc.)
How to care for your Vacuum Cleaner
Regular cleaning of the dust-bag and filter will maintain the efficiency of your
Vacuum Cleaner and the life of the motor. Clean the Vacuum Cleaner body with a
damp cloth & allow it to dry thoroughly before using it again. Do not use any
abrasives.
Change of filters
The motor protection air filter is located in the dust-bag compartment and protects
the motor from dust. To reach this filter, press the latch (16) and open the dust-bag
compartment. Fig. 20-26: Pull the filter carrier from its location & remove the filter
and replace it with a new one. Close the dust-bag compartment.
Attention: Do not use the vacuum cleaner without the motor protection filter fitted.
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Hints for optimum use
When 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.
Carrying the appliance
During use the appliance can be carried using the handle (7).
Temporarily parking the floor head
Use the park position (26) for a temporary parking of the suction head.
Storing the appliance
Warning! When storing the appliance, switch the appliance off and unplug it.
• Make sure that the cord is fully rewound.
• Place the appliance in an upright position.
• Park the tube in the park position (27).
• Store the appliance in a dry location.
Maintenance
Continuous satisfactory operation depends upon proper appliance care and regular
cleaning. From 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. Regularly clean the ventilation slots in your appliance using a soft brush or dry
cloth.
Warning! Before cleaning and maintenance, switch the appliance off and unplug it
from the electrical supply.
Emptying the dust bag
This appliance is equipped with a fabric dust bag (23). Should the suction power
become noticeably less than normal, set the electronic speed control (2) at
maximum power and raise the floor head (12) approximately 100 mm above the
floor. If the dust-bag full indicator (5) is red, the bag is full & must be emptied.
Turn off the appliance and unplug it. Press the latch (16) to open the dust-bag
compartment. Handle the bag carefully. Open the zipper and empty the bag.
Replace the dust bag in its location in the vacuum. Make sure that the zipper is
closed. Close the dust bag compartment (17).
It is recommended that the bag be emptied after every 5 uses, or when
performance is noticeably reduced.
Notes: Avoid inhaling dust when emptying the bag.
Always empty the appliance outside
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Cleaning the motor filter
The motor filter prevents particles and larger objects from entering the motor
housing. The filter is re-usable and should be cleaned regularly.
Open the cover (20). Remove the dust bag (21) from the appliance. Empty the
container (24-25). Slide the filter cover up and out of the appliance. Clean the filter.
Replace the filter, and close the cover.
Warning! Do not use a brush or compressed air to clean the filter.
Replacing the HEPA filter
To change the HEPA filter, press the latch (16) and open the
dust-bag compartment.
Fig. 28: Pull the HEPA filter from its location & replace it with a new
one. Close the dust-bag compartment. The HEPA filter should be
replaced every 6 to 9 months or if worn or damaged.
Helpful Hints
• Do not immerse the appliance, cord set or plug in liquids
• Do not block the vents at the back of the unit
• Always keep the brush, crevice tool and other accessories away from the body
while the unit is in operation
• Use extra care when cleaning stairs. Always start at the bottom stair & work up.
• Use caution when vacuuming at top of stairs, near children, etc.
• Always be aware of the position of the power cable and hose so as to avoid a
tripping hazard during use
• Do not use this appliance on animals
• Disconnect the product from the electrical supply before emptying, cleaning or
carrying out any maintenance on the appliance
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VM1000
Voltage (Volts) 230
Power input (Watts) 2,000
Cable length (metres) 6.0
Carton size (litres) TBA
Weight (kilograms) 7.4
Technical data

Protecting the environment
Separate collection. This product must not be disposed of with normal
household waste.
Should you find one day that your Black & Decker product needs replacement, or if
it is of no further use to you, do not dispose it off with other household waste. Make
this product available for separate collection.
Separate collection of used products and packaging allows materials to be
recycled and used again. 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. A list of authorised Black & Decker repair agents and full details of
our after-sales service and contact are available on the Internet at: www.2helpU.com