BLACK DECKER BXVC15PE Solid and Liquid Vacuum Cleaner Instruction Manual

BLACK DECKER BXVC15PE Solid and Liquid Vacuum Cleaner

Dear Customer,

Please read these original instructions before using the appliance for the first time, comply with the information they provide and keep them in a safe place for future use or to be handed on to any subsequent owners.

SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

The appliance you have purchased is a technologically advanced product designed by one of the leading European manufacturers. This appliance is intended for use as a multi-purpose vacuum cleaner, in compliance with the descriptions and safety precautions contained in these instructions. This information is provided to enable you to get the best from your appliance; please read it carefully and always comply with its recommendations. During connection, use and servicing of the appliance, take all possible precautions to protect your own safety and that of the people in the immediate vicinity. Read the safety regulations carefully and comply with them on all occasions; failure to do so may put health and safety at risk or cause expensive damage.

SAFETY SIGNS

Comply with the instructions provided by the safety signs fitted to the appliance and to those contained in this manual.
The appliance and manual only feature the symbols relevant to the model purchased. Check that the symbols and signs affixed to the appliance are always present and legible; otherwise, fit replacements in the original positions. (Contact the Service Centre).

Warning – danger!
Please read these instructions carefully before use.

Symbol E3 (if the symbol appears in fig. 1) – Indicates that this appliance is designed for household use only and must not be utilised for industrial or commercial purposes.

0 Switch “OFF” position
I Switch “ON” position
Automatic vacuuming setting
II Automatic vacuuming setting

This product is rated in insulation class II. This means that it has reinforced or double insulation (only if the symbol appears on the appliance).

This produce is rated in insulation class I. This means that it is equipped with a protective earthing conductor (only if the symbol appears on the appliance).

The product complies with the relevant European directives.

Symbol E1 – Recycling the appliance. Make the old appliance unusable immediately.
Unplug the appliance.
Cut the power cable.
Do not dispose of electrical equipment together with household waste.
According to the provisions of Directive 2012/19/EC concerning waste electrical and electronic equipment (WEEE), electrical component must be collected separately and recycled in an environment-friendly manner.
For further information, contact the relevant local authority department or your dealer.

Wear ear defenders.

Wear a protective mask.

Wear respiratory protection.

Wear protective gloves.

Wear safety footwear.

Wear safety clothing.

SAFETY RULES/RESIDUAL RISKS

SAFETY “DO NOTS”

1. Warning. DO NOT allow the appliance to be used by children less than 8 years of age or persons with impaired physical, sensory or mental capabilities, or who do not have the necessary experience and knowledge, unless they are suitably supervised and have been instructed in the safe use of the appliance and the risks involved..

2. Warning. Children MUST NOT use the appliance as a toy. Supervise children to ensure that this does not occur.

3. Cleaning and user maintenance must NOT be carried out by children or incompetent persons unless properly supervised.

4. Keep the packaging film out of reach of children. Suffocation hazard!

5. Warning. The appliance MUST NOT be operated by anyone who has not read and understood the instructions..

6. Warning. NEVER use the appliance with flammable or toxic liquids, or liquids with characteristics incompatible with its proper operation. Use of the appliance in a potentially flammable or explosive atmosphere is forbidden.

7. Warning. Some substances may combine with the air sucked in to form explosive vapours and mixtures. NEVER suck in the following substances:
   – Explosive or flammable gases, liquids or dust (reactive dust).
   – Powdered reactive metals (e.g. aluminium, magnesium or zinc) together with strong alkaline and acid detergents.
   – Pure acid and alkaline solutions.
   – Organic substances (e.g. petrol, paint thinners, acetone or diesel fuel). These substances may also corrode the materials from which the appliance is made.

8. Switch off the appliance after each use and before all cleaning/maintenance.

9. Fire hazard. NEVER suck up burning or red hot materials.

10. Warning. NEVER use the appliance outdoors in the rain.

11. Warning. DO NOT touch the plug and/or socket with wet hands.

12. Warning. NEVER use the appliance if the power cable is damaged. If the power cable is damaged, it must be replaced by the manufacturer, one of its Service Centres or similarly qualified persons in order to avoid a safety hazard.

13. Warning. Check that the appliance is fitted with its data plate; contact your dealer if it is missing. Appliances without data plate must NOT be used, since they cannot be identified and are potentially hazardous.

14. Warning. NEVER move the appliance by pulling on the POWER CABLE.

15. Warning. The use of non-original accessories and any other accessories not specifically intended for the model in question is prohibited. All modifications to the appliance are prohibited. Any modifications made to the appliance shall render the Declaration of Conformity null and void and relieve the manufacturer of all liability under civil and criminal law.

SAFETY “MUSTS”

1. Warning. All electrical conductors MUST BE PROTECTED from jets or splashes of water.

2. Warning. The electric supply connection must be made by a qualified electrician and comply with IEC 60364-1. Either a residual current device that will cut off the power supply if the leakage current to earth exceeds 30 mA for 30 ms or a ground fault interrupt device must be installed.

3. Warning. DURING start-up, the appliance may generate interference on the electrical system.

4. Warning. Use only approved electrical extension leads with suitable conductor cross-section.

5. Warning. Always turn off the switch when leaving the appliance unattended.
   
   Warning. The air flow may cause parts to rebound: wear all the protective clothing and equipment (PPE) needed to ensure the operator’s safety.

6. Warning. Switch the appliance off and disconnect it from the power source before any assembly, maintenance, storage and transport operations.

7. Warning. Maintenance and/or repair of electrical components MUST be carried out by qualified staff.

8. Warning. Before each use, and periodically, CHECK that screws are tight and all appliance components are in good condition; inspect for broken or worn parts.

9. Warning. To ensure the appliance’s safety, only use the manufacturer’s genuine parts, or other parts which carry its approval.

10. Warning. Unsuitable extension cords can be dangerous. If an extension cable is used, it must be suitable for outdoor use, and the connection must be kept dry and off the ground. Use of a power cable reel which keeps the socket at least 60 mm above the ground is strongly recommended.

GENERAL INFORMATION

Use of the manual

This manual forms an integral part of the appliance and should be kept for future reference. Please read it carefully before installing/using the unit. If the appliance is sold, the seller must pass on this manual to the new owner along with the appliance.

Delivery

The appliance is delivered partially assembled in a cardboard box.

The supply package is illustrated in fig.1.

Documentation supplied with the appliance

D1 Use and maintenance manual
D2 Safety instructions
D3 Declaration of conformity
D4 Warranty regulations

Disposing of packaging

The packaging materials are not environmental pollutants but must still be recycled or disposed of in compliance with the relevant legislation in the country of use.

TECHNICAL INFORMATION

Intended use

The appliance is intended for use as a multi-purpose vacuum cleaner, in compliance with the descriptions and safety precautions contained in these instructions.
This appliance is designed for household use only and must not be utilised for industrial or commercial purposes.
The appliance conforms to the IEC 60335-1 and IEC 60335-2-2 standards.

Operator

The symbol shown in fig. 1 identifies the appliance’s intended operator (professional or non-professional).

Main components:

• A1 Starter device
• A2 Suction connection
• A3 Blower connection
• A4 Handle
• A5 Power cable stowing hook (where featured)
• A6 Catches
• A7 Power cable with plug
• A8 Castor wheels
• A9 Tank
• A10 Cover with motor
• A11 Accessories holder (where featured)
• A12 Liquid drain plug (where featured)
• C1 Power tool socket (where featured)

Accessories (see fig. 1 for details of models – supply package is as shown on the cardboard box)

• B1 Filter holder
• B2 Sponge filter
• B3 Hose
• B4 Adaptor for power tools
• B5 Tube
• B6 Floor brush
• B7 Carpet – upholstery brush
• B8 Crevice nozzle
• B9 Round brush
• B10 Fabric filter bag
• B11 Paper filter bag

Safety devices

• Starter device (A1)
  The starter device prevents accidental use of the appliance.

INSTALLATION

Warning – danger!

All installation and assembly operations must be performed with the appliance disconnected from the mains power supply.
The assembly sequence is illustrated .

Assembly

When unpacking, check for any missing accessories or damage to the contents. If damage caused in transit is found, notify your dealer at once.
Lift the cover with the motor (A10) off the appliance, releasing the catches (A6) and take out the accessories supplied, checking that the filter (B2) is fitted correctly.
See fig. 2

The assembly sequence is illustrated .

Fitting the castor wheels

Turn the vacuum cleaner tank (A9), with the cover off, upside down on a firm horizontal surface. Fit the castor wheel hubs (A8) into the holes provided and press fully down to secure the wheels in the correct position.
See fig. 3

Fitting the accessories

Connect the hose (B3) to the suction (A2) or the blower connection (A3) depending on the type of operation required.
See fig. 4

Then complete the sequence with the accessories required for the type of cleaning job planned. Use the tubes (B5) and the brushes (B6-B7-B8-B9) depending on the type of cleaning and the surface to be cleaned. The brushes (B6-B7-B8-B9) can be fitted straight onto the hose (B3).
See fig. 5

Electrical connection

Warning – danger!

Check that the electricity supply voltage and frequency (V/Hz) correspond to those specified on the data plate. See fig.6

Use of extension cables

Use cables and plugs with “IPX4” protection level.

The cross-section of the extension cable should be proportionate to its length; the longer it is, the greater its cross-section should be.

Power tool socket (where featured)

Connect the hose (B3) to the power tool’s suction connection. If the two connections are not compatible, use the adaptor for power tools (B4) (where featured) cutting off the surplus.
Operate the power tool using the additional socket (C1) (for models with this feature).
See fig. 7

INFORMATION ON USE OF THE APPLIANCE

Controls

Starter device (A1). See fig. 8.
Set the starter device switch on (ON/I).
If there is a pilot light on the starter device, it should light up.
Set the starter device switch on (OFF/0) to stop the appliance.
If there is a pilot light on the starter device, it should go out.

Warning – danger!

During operation the appliance must be positioned as shown on a firm, stable surface. See fig. 8.

Start-up

Dry suction. See fig. 9.

Only work with the filters (B2 – B10 – B11) dry! Before using them, check the filters for damage and replace them if necessary. To suck up dry dirt, adjust the floor brush as appropriate and fit the corresponding accessories (use brush B6).
When sucking up dry dirt, if necessary an additional filter bag, which may be in fabric (B10) or in paper (B11), may be used.

Filter bag guidelines:

• The level to which the filter bag is filled depends on the type of dirt being collected.
• For fine dust, sand, etc., replace the filter bag often.
• A worn filter bag may burst, so it should be replaced in good time!

Sucking in liquids See fig.10.

Warning – danger!

If foam forms or liquid overflows, switch the appliance off at once or disconnect the mains plug! Do not use a filter bag (either paper or fabric)!

Warning

When the tank is full, a float switch shuts off the suction inlet and the motor starts to race. Switch the appliance off at once and empty the tank.
To suck up damp or dry dirt, adjust the floor brush as appropriate and fit the corresponding accessories (use brush B6).

Working with power tools. See fig 11.

The assembly sequence is illustrated in fig.11.
Switch on the appliance (automatic vacuuming switch turned left to or 2 button switch on II) and start working.
Warning: As soon as the power tool switches on, the suction fan starts up after a 0.5 second delay.
When the power tool is switched off, the suction fan keeps running for about a further 6 seconds to suck up the dirt left in the suction hose.

Blower function. See fig 12.

For cleaning inaccessible points or where suction is not possible, such as removing leaves from gravel.
Fit the suction hose to the connection provided. The blower function is now active.
For more effective blowing, use of the crevice nozzle (B8) is recommended.

Stopping operation (Pauses)

Switch off the appliance. See fig. 8.
Connect the floor brush in the stowed position.

Finishing work

Switch off the appliance. See fig. 8.
Disconnect the plug.

Empty the tank

For dry dirt and dust: remove the nozzle from the appliance and empty the tank. See fig 13.
For liquids: use the drain screw if featured (see fig. 14).

MAINTENANCE

Warning – danger!

All installation and assembly operations must be performed with the appliance disconnected from the mains power supply.
The assembly sequence is illustrated .
Always switch the appliance off and disconnect the plug before any servicing or maintenance work. Repairs and work on electrical systems may only be carried out by the Service Centre.

Warning – danger!

Never use abrasive detergents, glass detergents or universal detergents! Never immerse the cover with motor (A10) in water. Clean the appliance and plastic accessories with a standard synthetic material detergent. Rinse the tank and accessories with water if necessary and dry them before reuse.

Cleaning the sponge filter (B2). See fig 15.

Open the vacuum-cleaner by releasing the catches (A6). Turn the cover of the appliance (A10) upside down and remove the filter.
Rinse carefully under running water and leave to dry. Do not reassemble until dry.

Cleaning the fabric filter bag (B10). See fig 16.

Open the vacuum-cleaner by releasing the catches (A6). Remove the filter bag (B10). Empty the filter bag, rinse carefully under running water and leave to dry. Do not reassemble until dry.

Replacing the paper filter bag (B11). See fig 17.

Open the vacuum-cleaner by releasing the catches (A6).
Remove the full filter bag (B11), throw it away and fit a new one.

END-OF-SEASON STORAGE

Warning – danger!

All installation and assembly operations must be performed with the appliance disconnected from the mains power supply.
After finishing work, clean the appliance and then put it and the accessories away as shown in fig.18.
Store the appliance in a dry place.

TROUBLESHOOTING

firmly in the socket and that the mains voltage supply is present (*)
Problems with the electric-electronic circuit| Contact the Service Centre
The appliance does not suck in material, or sucks only weakly| Accessories fouled| Check and clean the nozzles, extensions or hoses
Filters dirty| Clean the filters
Filter bags full| Empty / change filter bags
Tank full| Empty the tank
Power tool does not start (where power tool socket is featured)| Power tool plug not fitted into vacuum cleaner socket correctly| Fit the plug properly
Switch off or turned to I| Turn switch to power tool/II position
Dust comes out of appliance| Filter not fitted| Fit the filter
Filter damaged| Replace the worn filter with a new one
Hose or connections damaged| Replace damaged parts
Bad smells from appliance when in operation| Filters/ filter bags dirty| Replace filters/filter bags

(*) If the motor stops and does not restart during operation contact the Service Centre.

EC Declaration Of Conformity

We, Annovi Reverberi S.p.A, of Modena, Italy, declare that the following Black

• Decker appliance(s): Designation of appliance: Wet&dry vacuum cleaner BXVC20PE BXVC20XE BXVC30PDE BXVC30XDE Model No.: BXVC15PE BXVC20PTE BXVC20XTE BXVC30PTDE BXVC30XTDE Rated power: 1.2 kW 1.2 kW 1.4 kW 1.6 kW 1.6 kW is (are) compliant with the following European directives: 2014/35/EU, 2014/30/EU, 2011/65/EU, 2015/863/EU, 2009/125/EC, 2012/19/EU. and was (were) produced in compliance with the following norms or standardised documents: EN 60335-1; EN 60335-2-2; EN 55014-1; EN 55014-2; EN 61000-3-2; EN 61000-3-3; EN 62233; EN IEC 63000. Name and address of the person responsible for issuing the technical file: Stefano Reverberi / AR Managing Director Via ML King, 3 – 41122 Modena, Italy

Date: 02.08.2021
MODENA (I)
Stefano Reverberi

WARRANTY

The validity of the warranty is in accordance with the relevant legislation in the country where the product is sold (unless otherwise stated by the producer).
The warranty covers materials, construction and conformity defects during the warranty period, during which time the manufacturer will replace defective parts and repair the product if not excessively worn, or replace it.
The warranty does not cover components subject to normal wear and tear (filters, bags, or accessories such as the hose, brushes, wheels, etc.);

The warranty does not cover defects caused by or arising from:

• improper use, misuse, negligence,
• professional use or hire, if the product was sold for domestic use,
• failure to comply with the maintenance instructions provided in this manual,
• repair by unauthorised staff or centres,
• use of non-genuine parts or accessories,
• damage caused by transport, by dirt or foreign bodies, accidents,
• storage or warehousing problems.

Proof of purchase must be submitted to obtain warranty cover.

Technical Data| Unit| BXVC15PE| BXVC20PE BXVC20PTE| BXVC20XE BXVC20XTE| BXVC30PDE BXVC30PTDE| BXVC30XDE BXVC30XTDE
---|---|---|---|---|---|---
Voltage| V/Hz| 220-240 V ~ 50/60 Hz| 220-240 V ~ 50/60 Hz| 220-240 V ~ 50/60 Hz| 220-240 V ~ 50/60 Hz| 220-240 V ~ 50/60 Hz
Power| kW| 1,2| 1,2| 1,4| 1,6| 1,6
Tank capacity| l| 14,5| 20| 20| 30| 30
Maximum suction pressure| kPa| 17| 17| 18| 19| 19
Maximum vacuum| mbar| 170| 170| 180| 190| 190
Maximum air flow| l/s| 28| 28| 33| 37| 37
No. of motors| –| 1| 1| 1| 1| 1
Accessory Ø| mm| 35| 35| 35| 35| 35
Power cable| m| 5| 5| 5| 5| 5
Protection class| –| | | | |
Motor insulation| Class| F| F| F| F| F
Motor protection| –| IPX4| IPX4| IPX4| IPX4| IPX4
Net weight| kg| 5,7| 6,3/6,8| 7,0/7,5| 6,9/7,4| 7,2/7,7
Gross weight| kg| 6,7| 7,3/7,8| 9,5/10,0| 8,4/8,9| 9,8/10,3

Subject to technical modification!

BLACK+DECKER Service Addresses & Contact Details

United Kingdom & Republic Of Ireland
Black & Decker
Slough, Berkshire SL1 3YD
210 Bath Road
Tel. 01753 511234
www.blackanddecker.co.uk
emeaservice@sbdinc.com

Customer Support

BLACK+DECKER™
is a registred trademark of The Black & Decker Corporation used under license.
The product is manufactured and distributed by:
Annovi Reverberi S.p.A. Via M.L. King, 3 – 41122 Modena (Italy).
All the rights reserved.
© 2022 Black & Decker

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