Black & Decker VM800 Vacuum Cleaner User Manual


 
IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS
When 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 by or 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, and pull from power outlet. Never pull the cord.
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 authorised
service facility for examination, electrical repair,
mechanical repair or adjustment.
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
Authorised Service Centre for repair.
This appliance is not intended for use by young or
infirm persons without supervision.
Children must be supervised to ensure they do not
play with this appliance.
BLACK & DECKER HOME APPLIANCE
2 FULL YEAR WARRANTY
Black & Decker provides a 2 Full Year Warranty for this
product from the date of purchase against defects due to
defective materials or workmanship. Motor/element burn-
outs due to voltage fluctuations are not covered under
warranty. If the product should become defective within
the warranty period, Black & Decker will repair or replace
it free of charge.
The warranty provisions do not cover failure due to
accident, misuse, abuse, negligence or non observation of
local regulations on the part of the user. Equally, the
warranty provisions do not apply where the appliance has
been serviced by a person not authorised by Black &
Decker or serviced with non-approved parts and this has
contributed to the fault of the product. Superseded models
without a replacement equivalent will either be repaired
or (at Black & Decker’s discretion) replaced with another
product of similar retail value.
MAKING A CLAIM
Take your defective product together with the Warranty
Registration Card & purchase receipt to your local service
Centre. You can either do this in person or send it freight
prepaid. If mailing or shipping your appliance, ensure the
unit is packed carefully in a sturdy carton with enough
packing material to prevent damage. Include a note
describing the problem to the Service Centre and be sure
to give your return address.
DESIGNED FOR DOMESTIC PURPOSES
ONLY
YOUR VACUUM CLEANER FEATURES
VM400: 1400 watts of power tackles most jobs
VM650: 1600 watts of power tackles tough jobs
VM800: 1800 watts of power for extreme cleaning
VM400: 2.0 litre dustbag
VM650: 4.5 litre dustbag
VM800: 4.5 litre dustbag
Chrome telescopic tube combines stylish looks with
durability and convenience
Roller brush makes it convenient to use and
minimizes fatigue
VM400 & VM650: Electronic speed control for
greater control and a variety of tasks.
VM800: Remote speed control on handle (VM1800
only) for ease, greater control and a variety of tasks
360° rotary hose for easy manoeuvring
Accessory compartment stores accessories neatly
and reduces clutter
Foot pedal control - stylish and convenient
Automatic cord rewinder for convenient usage
VM800/V650: HEPA (High Efficiency Particulate Air)
filter system for a cleaner, healthier environment.
HOW TO USE YOUR VACUUM CLEANER
Assembling the appliance
This appliance is designed for vacuuming small households.
Before first use, please ensure that all the filters are
installed correctly.
VM800 only: The VM800 vacuum is equipped with an infra-
red remote control, hence please follow the instructions.
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