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USING YOUR APPLIANCE
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Do not direct steam at people, animals, electrical
appliances or electrical outlets.
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Do not expose to rain.
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Do not immerse the appliance in water.
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Do not leave the appliance unattended. Keep children
away from unit while in use.
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Do not leave the appliance connected to an electrical
outlet when not in use.
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Never pull the power cord to disconnect the appliance
from the socket. Keep the appliance cord away from heat,
oil and sharp edges.
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Do not handle steam cleaner with wet hands.
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Do not pull or carry by cord, use cord as a handle, close
door on cord, pull cord around sharp corners or expose
cord to heated surfaces.
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Do not use appliance in an enclosed space filled with
vapor given off by oil-based paint thinner, some moth-
proofing substances, flammable dust, or other explosive
or toxic vapors.
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Do not use on leather, wax polished furniture or floors,
synthetic fabrics, velvet or other delicate, steam-
sensitive materials.
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Do not use on any unsealed hard surfaces or painted
surfaces. Additionally, on surfaces that have been
treated with wax or some no-wax floors, the sheen may
be removed by the heat and steam action. It is always
recommended to test an isolated area of the surface
to be cleaned before proceeding. We also recommend
that you check the use and care instructions from the
floor manufacturer.
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Never put de-scaling, aromatic, alcoholic or detergent
products into the steam cleaner, as this may damage it or
make it unsafe for use.
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If the circuit breaker activates while using the steam
function, discontinue product use immediately and
contact the customer support center. (Beware of the risk of
electrical shock.)
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The appliance emits very hot steam to sanitize the area of
use. This means that the steam floor head and cleaning
pads get very hot during use.
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Always wear suitable shoes when using your steam
cleaner and when changing the accessories on your steam
cleaner. Do not wear slippers or open-toed footwear.
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Steam may escape from the appliance during use.
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Care should be taken when using this appliance. DO NOT
touch any parts which may become hot during use.
AFTER USE
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Unplug the appliance and allow to cool.
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When not in use, the appliance should be stored in a dry place.
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Children should not have access to stored appliances.
INSPECTION AND REPAIRS
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Unplug the appliance and allow to cool down before
performing any maintenance or repairs.
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Before use, check the appliance for damaged or defective
parts. Check for breakage of parts, damage to switches
and any other conditions that may affect its operation.
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Regularly check the power cord for damage.
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Do not use the appliance if any part is damaged or defective.
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Have any damaged or defective parts repaired or replaced
by an authorized repair agent.
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Never attempt to remove or replace any parts other than
those specified in this manual.
SAFETY OF OTHERS
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This appliance is not intended for use by persons (including
children) with reduced physical, sensory or mental
capabilities, or lack of experience and knowledge, unless they
have been given supervision or instruction concerning the
use of the appliance by a person responsible for their safety.
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Children should be supervised to ensure that they do not
play with the appliance.
Residual risks
Additional residual risks may arise when using the tool which
may not be included in the enclosed safety warnings. These
risks can arise from misuse, prolonged use, etc.
Even with the application of the relevant safety regulations
and the implementation of safety devices, certain residual risks
can not be avoided. These include:
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Injuries caused by touching any moving parts.
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Injuries caused by touching any hot parts.
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Injuries caused when changing any parts or accessories.
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Injuries caused by prolonged use of the appliance. When
using any appliance for prolonged periods ensure you take
regular breaks.
Intended Use
Your BLACK+DECKER™ BDH1715SMAPB steam mop has
been designed for sanitizing and cleaning the following
SEALED floors: hardwood, laminate, linoleum, vinyl, ceramic
tile, stone and marble floors. This appliance is intended for
indoor household use only.
nOTE: Each steam mop is 100% tested in the factory to
ensure product performance and safety. When assembling
your new steam mop for the first time you may notice water
residue inside of the unit.
WARNING: Before attempting any of the following
operations, make sure that the appliance is switched
off and unplugged and that the appliance is cold and
contains minimal or no water.
ASSEMBLY
WARNING: Do not attempt to modify or repair
the appliance.
Attaching the Handle (Fig. B)
1. Push handle into place until it is securely attached to
rest of unit.