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Optimising the suction force (fig. G - I)
In order to keep the suction force optimised, the filters must
be cleared regularly during use.
Press the release latch (6) and open the container
door (5) (fig. F).
Empty the dust container.
Cleaning and maintenance
Rotating the bowl (fig. A) agitates the filter to remove dirt. It
is important however to empty the bowl regularly by
removing the filters (fig. J).
Warning! Regularly clean the filters (12 & 13).
Cleaning the dust container and filters (fig. G - K)
There are two methods of cleaning the bowl, a quick empty
method and a thorough clean method. To carry out the quick
empty method use the following instructions.
The filters are re-usable and should be cleaned regularly.
Press the release latch (6) and open the container
door (5) (fig. F).
Empty the dust container (11).
Close the dust container door (5). Make sure that the
release latch (6) clicks into place.
To carry out a thorough clean of the bowl, use the following
instructions.
The dust container (11) is attached to the body of the
appliance with a bayonet fixing, to remove the dust
container:
Press the dust container release button (2) and rotate
the dust container (11) anti-clockwise and carefully slide
the dust container clear of the appliance.
Rotate the filter hook (12) to the vertical position (fig. I).
Use the filter hook (12) to rotate the filter (13) within the
pre-filter (14) to agitate it and remove dirt.
Remove the main filter (13).
Brush any loose dust off the filter (13).
The pre-filter (14) is attached with a bayonet fixing, to
remove the pre-filter:
Rotate the pre-filter (14) anti-clockwise and carefully
slide the it clear of the dust container.
Install the pre- filter (14) in to the dust container (11)
rotating it clockwise until it locks into place.
Install the main filter (13) in to the pre-filter (14).
Install the dust container (11) to the appliance, rotate it
clockwise until it locks into place.
Warning! Never use the appliance without the filters.
Optimum dust collection will only be achieved with clean
filters.
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Replacing the filters
The filters should be replaced every 6 to 9 months and
whenever worn or damaged. Replacement filters are
available from your Black & Decker dealer (cat. no. VF90):
Remove the old filters as described above.
Fit the new filters as described above.
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 of it with household waste. Make this product
available for separate collection.
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.