Black & Decker FV1805N - Manual (Page 7)

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Warning! Never use the appliance without the filters.
Optimum dust collection will only be achieved with clean
filters.
Maintenance access (Fig. H and I)
The maintenance access panel (8) can be removed to aid
cleaning should the appliance become blocked, resulting in
a loss of suction.
X
Remove the maintenance access panel (8) from the
pivot arm (6) using a flat bladed screwdriver (fig. I) to
release the front clip features.
X
Once released, the section will pivot free of the main
assembly to give access for cleaning.
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. FVF90):
X
Remove the old filters as described above.
X
Fit the new filters as described above.
Protecting the environment
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.
Batteries
If you want to dispose of the product yourself, the battery
must be removed as described below and disposed of in
accordance with local regulations.
X
Discharge the battery by operating the appliance until
the motor stops.
X
Open the appliance to get access to the eight screws
(12) securing the two housing halves (fig. J).
X
Remove the eight screws (12).
X
Pull the cover away from the appliance.
X
Disconnect the battery pack.
X
Place the battery in a suitable packaging to ensure that
the terminals cannot be short-circuited.
X
NiHM batteries are recyclable. Take them to any
authorised repair agent or a local recycling station.
Separate collection. This product must not be
disposed of with normal household waste.
Black & Decker batteries can be recharged many
times. At the end of their useful life, discard batteries
with due care for our environment.: