BLACK DECKER HFS215 Floor Sweeper Instruction Manual

BLACK DECKER HFS215 Floor Sweeper

Product Information

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Specifications

• Model: HFS115 HFS215
• Power Button: On/off power button
• Sweeper Head: Sweeper head
• Handle: Handle
• Middle Poles: 2 middle poles
• Lower Pole: Lower pole
• Sweeper Head Pole: Sweeper head pole
• Dust Bin: Dust bin
• Dust Bin Release Tabs: Dust bin release tabs
• Cleaning Tool: Cleaning tool
• Charging Socket: Charging socket
• Storage Magnet: Storage magnet

Product Usage Instructions

Safety Precautions:
Before using the appliance, please read and follow all safety instructions provided in the instruction manual.

Charging the Appliance:
To charge the appliance, follow these steps:

1. Locate the charging socket (10) on the appliance.
2. Connect the charger specified by the manufacturer to the charging socket.
3. Ensure the appliance is connected to a power source.
4. The appliance will start charging. Wait until it is fully charged before use.

Operating the Appliance:
To operate the appliance, follow these steps:

1. Ensure the appliance is fully charged.
2. Press the on/off power button (1) to turn on the appliance.
3. Hold the handle (3) and position the sweeper head (2) on the desired surface.
4. Move the appliance back and forth to sweep the area.
5. When finished, press the on/off power button to turn off the appliance.

Emptying the Dust Bin:
To empty the dust bin, follow these steps:

1. Locate the dust bin release tabs (8) on the appliance.
2. Press the release tabs to remove the dust bin (7) from the appliance.
3. Empty the contents of the dust bin into a trash receptacle.
4. Attach the dust bin back onto the appliance.

Cleaning and Maintenance:
To clean and maintain the appliance, follow these steps:

1. Ensure the appliance is turned off and disconnected from the power source.
2. Use the cleaning tool (9) to remove any debris or blockages from the sweeper head and dust bin.
3. Wipe the appliance with a damp cloth to remove any dirt or stains.
4. Regularly check for any signs of damage or wear and contact customer support if needed.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: Can I use this appliance outdoors or on wet surfaces?
A: No, this appliance should not be used outdoors or on wet surfaces. It is recommended for indoor use only.

Q: Can children use this appliance?
A: Close attention is necessary when used by or near children. It is not recommended to be used as a toy.

Q: Can I use attachments other than the manufacturer’s recommended ones?
A: No, only use attachments that are recommended by the manufacturer for safe and proper operation of the appliance.

Q: Can I pick up flammable liquids or use the appliance in areas where they may be present?
A: No, do not use the appliance to pick up flammable or combustible liquids such as gasoline. Avoid using the appliance in areas where such liquids may be present.

Q: What should I do if the appliance gets damaged?
A: If the appliance is severely damaged, do not incinerate it as the batteries can explode in a fire. Contact customer support for assistance.

Definitions: Safety Alert Symbols and Words
This instruction manual uses the following safety alert symbols and words to alert you to hazardous situations and your risk of personal injury or property damage.

• DANGER: Indicates an imminently hazardous situation which, if not avoided, will result in death or serious injury.
• WARNING: Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could result in death or serious injury.
• CAUTION: Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, may result in minor or moderate injury.(Used without word) Indicates a safety related message.

NOTICE: Indicates a practice not related to personal injury which, if not avoided, may result in property damage.

1. On/off power button
2. Sweeper head
3. Handle
4. Middle poles (2)
5. Lower pole
6. Sweeper head pole
7. Dust bin
8.  Dust bin release tabs
9. Cleaning tool
10. Charging socket
11. Storage magnet

WARNING: Read all safety warnings and all instructions. Failure to follow the warnings and instructions may result in electric shock, fire and/or serious injury.

• To reduce the risk of injury, read the instruction manual.

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

When using an electrical appliances, basic precautions should always be followed, including the following:
READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING THIS APPLIANCE.

WARNING: To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, or injury:

• Do not use outdoors or on wet surface
• Do not allow to be used as a toy. Close attention is necessary when used by or near children.
• Use only as described in this manual. Use only manufacturer’s recommended attachments.
• Do not handle appliance with wet hands.
• Do not put any object into openings. Do not use with any opening blocked; keep free of dust, lint, hair, and anything that may reduce air flow.
• Keep hair, loose clothing, fingers, and all parts of body away from openings and moving parts.
• Use extra care when cleaning on stairs.
• Do not use to pick up flammable or combustible liquids, such as gasoline, or use in areas where they may be present.
• Do not pick up anything that is burning or smoking, such as cigarettes, matches, or hot ashes.
• Do not incinerate the appliance even if it is severely  damaged. The batteries can explode in a fire.

ADDITIONAL SAFETY WARNINGS

• Recharge only with the charger specified by the manufacturer. A charger that is suitable for one type of battery pack may create a risk of fire when used with another battery pack.
• Under abusive conditions, liquid may be ejected from the battery; avoid contact. If contact accidentally occurs, flush with water. If liquid contacts eyes, additionally seek medical help. Liquid ejected from the battery may cause irritation or burns.
• Do not use a battery pack or appliance that is damaged or modified. Damaged or modified batteries may exhibit unpredictable behavior resulting in fire, explosion or risk of injury.
• Do not expose a battery pack or appliance to fire or excessive temperature. Exposure to fire or temperature above 266°F (130°C) may cause explosion.
• Have servicing performed by a qualified repair person using only identical replacement parts. This will ensure that the safety of the product is maintained.

WARNING: Do not attempt to modify or repair the appliance
NOTE: This appliance is intended for household use only and should not be used for commercial purposes.
Prevent unintentional starting. Ensure the switch is in the off-position before connecting to battery pack, picking up or carrying the appliance. Carrying the appliance with your finger on the switch or energizing appliance that have the switch on invites accidents . Follow all charging instructions and do not charge the battery pack or appliance outside of the temperature range specified in the instructions. Charging improperly or at temperatures outside of the specified range may damage the battery and increase the risk of fire.
Only for use with S003AQU1500015 charger.

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
The label on your tool may include the following symbols. The symbols and their definitions are as follows:

• V…………………….. volts
• Hz……………………hertz
• min………………….minutes
• or DC…….direct current
• ………………….. Class I Construction (grounded)
• …/min……………per minute
• BPM…………………beats per minute
• IPM………………….impacts per minute
• RPM………………… revolutions per minute
• sfpm……………….. surface feet per minute
• SPM…………………strokes per minute
• A……………………..amperes
• W…………………….watts
• or AC…………alternating current
• or AC/DC….. alternating or direct current
• ………………….. Class II Construction (double insulated)
• no……………………no load speed
• n……………………..rated speed
• …………………..earthing terminal
• ………………….safety alert symbol
• ………………….visible radiation
• …………………. wear respiratory protection
• .………………… wear eye protection
• ****…………………. wear hearing protection
• …………………. read all documentation

Assembly

1. Slide the lower pole  5  into the sweeper head pole  6 . Ensure the slot of the lower pole is on the top.
2. Slide one of the middle poles  4  into the lower pole. Ensure the nub of the middle pole lines up with the slot of the lower pole.
3. Slide the second middle pole into the first. Ensure the nub of the second middle pole lines up with the slot of the first middle pole.
4. Slide the handle  3  into the second middle pole  4 . Ensure the nub of the handle lines up with the slot of the middle pole.

Charging the battery

WARNING: For use only with the supplied charger.
From new, the rechargeable cells of the product need a minimum charge time of 10 hours to ensure full power.

• Plug the jack plug of the charger  12  into the charging socket  10  of the tool as shown in Figure C. Plug the charger into any standard 120 Volt 60 Hz electrical outlet. The charging indicator will be lit.
  While charging, the charger may get warm, this is perfectly normal and safe. It is safe to leave the appliance connected to the charger indefinitely. The charger automatically reduces power consumption when charging is complete.

• When charging is complete, the LED will turn off.

WARNING: Do not charge the battery at ambient temperatures below 39°F (4°C) or above 104°F (40°C).

Switching on and off

• To switch the appliance on, depress the on/off button  1 . with your foot
• To switch the appliance off, depress the button again.

EMPTYING AND CLEANING THE PRODUCT
WARNING: Turn sweeper off before emptying the dust bin or cleaning.

Opening the dust bin

• Hold the sweeper over a garbage can.
• Simultaneously press both dust bin release tabs  8 . The door of the dust bin  7  underneath the sweeper head  2  will drop open, releasing the dust and dirt.
• Close the dust bin door until the two release tabs click into place.

Cleaning beater bars

• Turn the sweeper upside-down to expose the beater brushes.
• Use the comb side  13  of the cleaning tool  9  to pull away any hair or debris.
• If needed, use the blade side  14  of the cleaning tool to cut away hair or debris for easier removal.

CAUTION: Cut Hazard: Sharp blade.
Contact may result in injury. Always keep away from fingers and body. Handle with care. Keep out of reach of children

STORAGE
CAUTION: Store the sweeper so that if the handle falls, it will not strike a person, animal, or valuable.

• To store, lift the back of the sweeper head  2  up until the storage magnet  11  engages with the metal plate.
• Place the plastic caps of the cleaning tool on either end and snap the tool onto a pole.

MAINTENANCE

Use only mild soap and damp cloth to clean the sweeper. Never let any liquid get inside the sweeper; never immerse any part of the sweeper into a liquid.

WARNING: Make sure the sweeper is completely dry before using it.
IMPORTANT: To assure product SAFETY and RELIABILITY, repairs, maintenance and adjustment (other than those listed in this manual) should be performed by authorized service centers or other qualified service organizations, always using identical replacement parts.
WARNING: Changes or modifications to this unit not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.
NOTE: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:- Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna. – Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver. – Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected. -Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/ TV technician for help. Shielded cables must be used with this unit to ensure compliance with the Class B FCC limits.

THE RBRC® SEAL
The RBRC® (Rechargeable Battery Recycling Corp oration) Seal on the lithium- ion batteries (or battery packs) indicates that the costs to recycle these batteries (or battery packs) at the end of their useful life have already been paid by BLACK+DECKER. In some areas, it is illegal to place spent lithium-ion batteries in the trash or municipal solid waste stream and the Call 2 Recycle® program provides an environmentally conscious alternative. Call 2 Recycle, Inc., in cooperation with BLACK+DECKER and other battery users, has established the program in the United States and Canada to facilitate the collection of spent lithium-ion batteries. Help protect our environment and conserve natural resources by returning the spent nickel cadmium, nickel metal hydride or lithium-ion batteries to an authorized BLACK+DECKER service center or to your local retailer for recycling. You may also contact your local recycling center for information on where to drop off the spent battery. RBRC® is a registered trademark of Call 2 Recycle, Inc.

ACCESSORIES
Recommended accessories for use with your appliance are available from your local dealer or authorized service center. If you need assistance regarding accessories, please call: 1-800-544-6986.
WARNING: The use of any accessory not recommended for use with this appliance could be hazardous.

SERVICE INFORMATION
All BLACK+DECKER Service Centers are staffed with trained personnel to provide customers with efficient and reliable power tool service. Whether you need technical advice, repair, or genuine factory replacement parts, contact the BLACK+DECKER location nearest you. To find your local service location, call: 1-800-544-6986 or visit www.blackanddecker.com

LIMITED TWO-YEAR HOME USE WARRANTY

BLACK+DECKER warrants this product to be free from defects in material or workmanship for a period of two (2) years following the date of purchase, provided that the product is used in a home environment. This limited warranty does not cover failures due to abuse, accidental damage or when repairs have been made or attempted by anyone other than BLACK+DECKER and its Authorized Service Centers. A defective product meeting the guarantee conditions set forth herein will be replaced or repaired at no charge in either of two ways:
Send the product (prepaid) to a BLACK+DECKER owned or authorized Service Center for repair or replacement at BLACK+DECKER’s option. Proof of purchase may be required. BLACK+DECKER owned and authorized service centers are listed online at www.blackanddecker.com.
This warranty does not apply to accessories. This warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may have other rights which vary from state to state or province to province. Should you have any questions, contact the manager of your nearest BLACK+DECKER Service Center. This product is not intended for commercial use, and accordingly, such commercial use of this product will void this warranty. All other warranties, express or implied, are hereby disclaimed.
LATIN AMERICA: This warranty does not apply to products sold in Latin America. For products sold in Latin America, check country specific warranty information contained in the packaging, call the local company or see the website for such information.
FREE WARNING LABEL REPLACEMENT: If your warning labels become illegible or are missing, call 1-800-544-6986 for a free replacement.
Imported by Black & Decker (U.S.) Inc.,
701 E. Joppa Rd.
Towson, MD 21286
BlackandDecker.com
Tel: 1-800-544-6986
Black & Decker (U.S.) Inc.
701 East Joppa Road, Towson, MD 21286
Part No. N494460 REV01
HFS115, HFS215
JAN17
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