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Choose:
• Minimal suction power for curtains and
sensitive materials.
• Medium suction power for upholstery
cushions, mattresses, carpet floors.
• Maximum suction power for tiled,
wooden and robust floor surfaces.
Cord rewind
• Press and hold the cord rewind button
(7).
Fitting and removing the dust bag (fig. G,
H, I)
• Open the dust bowl by pressing the
release button (15) as shown in figure G.
• Fit the dust bag (16) to dust bag holder
as shown in figure I. Make sure the dust
bag clicks in place.
• Fit the dust bag and dust bag holder
together into the dust box as shown in
figure H.
• Follow this procedure in reverse when
the dust bag is full and requires
emptying.
Note: The VM1200 vacuum cleaner has a
system that prevents the unit operating with
the dust bag uninstalled, if the dust bag is
improperly inserted the front cover can not
be closed, causing the device to fail to
operate. Always make sure the dust bag is
properly installed.
Cleaning the exhaust air filter (fig. J)
The exhaust air filter cleans the air a final
time before it leaves the vacuum cleaner.
You can clean the exhaust air filter as
follows:
• Switch off the vacuum cleaner and
disconnect the plug from the mains.
NEVER pull on the cable to disconnect.
• Open the exhaust air grill (4) by pushing
down on the catch with your finger.
• The exhaust air filter (17) is visible when
the grill has been opened.
• Rinse the filter under cold running water
and allow to dry.
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(Original instructions)
Note: Only ever clean the filter with clean
water do not use soap or detergent. Dry the
filter naturally. Do not dry it by heat
otherwise it will distort.
Storing the appliance
Warning! When storing the appliance, switch
the appliance off and unplug it.
• Store the appliance in a dry location.
Maintenance
Your BLACK+DECKER corded appliance has
been designed to operate over a long period
of time with a minimum of maintenance.
Continuous satisfactory operation depends
upon proper tool care and regular cleaning.
Warning! Before performing any
maintenance on corded appliances:
• Switch off and unplug the appliance.
• Regularly clean the ventilation slots in
your appliance using a soft brush or dry
cloth.
• Regularly clean the motor housing using
a damp cloth. Do not use any abrasive or
solvent-based cleaner.
Mains plug replacement (U.K. &
Ireland only)
If a new mains plug needs to be fitted:
• Safely dispose of the old plug.
• Connect the brown lead to the live
terminal in the new plug.
• Connect the blue lead to the neutral
terminal.
Warning! Follow the fitting instructions
supplied with good quality plugs.
Recommended fuse: 10A.
Technical data
VM1200 (Type 1)
Voltage
V
220 - 240 50-60Hz
ac
Power
W
1000
Weight
kg
3.7