Intended Use; Important Safety Instructions - Black & Decker BCHV001 Mode D'emploi


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

Intended Use

Your BLACK+DECKER vacuum has been designed for
vacuuming everyday dry messes. This appliance is intended
for household use only.
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:
hazardous situation which, if not avoided, will result in
death or serious injury.

WARNING:
hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could result
in death or serious injury.

CAUTION:
situation which, if not avoided, may result in minor or

moderate injury.
(Used without word) Indicates a safety related message.
NOTICE:
personal injury which, if not avoided, may result in
property damage.
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:
and all instructions. Failure to follow the warnings
and instructions listed below may result in electric
shock, fire and/or serious injury.
Read all safety warnings
To reduce the risk of injury,
Indicates an imminently
Indicates a potentially
Indicates a potentially hazardous
Indicates a practice not related to
Read all safety warnings

WARNING:
contains chemicals known to the State of California to
cause cancer, birth defects or other reproductive harm
such as asbestos and lead in lead based paint.

WARNING:
repair the appliance.

WARNING:
ambient temperatures below 39 °F (4 °C) or above 104 °F
(40 °C). Follow all charging instructions and do not
charge the 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 risk of fire.

WARNING:
electrical shock or injury:
• Shock Hazard. To protect against risk of electrical shock, do
not put charging base in water or other liquid.
• 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.
• If appliance is not working as it should, has been dropped,
damaged, left outdoors, or dropped into water, return it to
a service center.
• Do not handle charger, including charger plug, and charger
terminals 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 use without dust bag and/or filters in place.
• Do not charge the unit outdoors.
• Use only the charger supplied by the manufacturer
to recharge.
• Do not incinerate the appliance even if it is severely
damaged. The batteries can explode in a fire.
• This appliance is intended for household use only and not
for commercial or industrial use. The unit should be placed
or mounted away from sinks and hot surfaces.
• Plug the charger directly into an electrical outlet.
• Use the charger only in a standard electrical outlet
(120V/60Hz).
• Unplug the charger from outlet before any routine cleaning
or maintenance.
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Do not attempt to modify or
Do not charge the battery at
To reduce the risk of fire,
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