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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 topof 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 fora 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
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
performance is at its optimum.
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.
XRegularlyclean the ventilation slots inyour 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.
VN2200 - Clearing the 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.
