Black & Decker Orb-it ORB48 User manual
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Intended use
Your BLACK+DECKERTM orb-it TM handheld vacuum
cleaner has been designed for light dry vacuum cleaning
purposes. This appliance is intended for household use
only.
Safety instructions
@Warning! Read all safety warnings and all
instructions. Failure to follow the warnings
and instructions listed below may result in
electric shock, re and/or serious injury.
@Warning! When using battery-powered ap-
pliances, basic safety precautions, including
the following, should always be followed
to reduce the risk of re, leaking batteries,
personal injury and material damage.
u Read all of this manual carefully before using the
appliance.
u The intended use is described in this manual. The use
of any accessory or attachment or the performance
of any operation with this appliance other than those
recommended in this instruction manual may present
a risk of personal injury.
u Retain this manual for future reference.
Using your appliance
u Do not use the appliance to pick up liquids.
u Do not use the appliance to pick up any materials that
could catch re.
u Do not use the appliance near water.
u Do not immerse the appliance in water.
u Never pull the charger lead to disconnect the charger
from the socket. Keep the charger lead away from
heat, oil and sharp edges.
u This appliance is not intended for use by young or
inrm persons without supervision. Children must be
supervised to ensure they do not play with the appli-
ance.
After use
u Unplug the charger before cleaning the charger or
charging base.
u When not in use, the appliance should be stored in a
dry place.
u Children should not have access to stored appliances.
Inspection and repairs
u Before use, check the appliance for damaged or
defective parts. Check for breakage of parts, damage
to switches and any other conditions that may affect
its operation.
u Do not use the appliance if any part is damaged or
defective.
u Have any damaged or defective parts repaired or
replaced by an authorized repair agent.
u Regularly check the charger lead for damage. Replace
the charger if the lead is damaged or defective.
u Never attempt to remove or replace any parts other
than those specied in this manual.
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Additional safety instructions - batteries and
chargers
Batteries
u Never attempt to open for any reason.
u Do not expose the battery to water.
u Do not expose the battery to heat.
u Do not store in locations where the temperature may
exceed 40°C.
u Charge only at ambient temperatures between 10°C
and 40°C.
u Charge only using the charger provided with the appli-
ance/tool. Using the wrong charger could result in an
electric shock or overheating of the battery.
u When disposing of batteries, follow the instructions
given in the section "Protecting the environment".
u Do not damage/deform the battery pack either by
puncture or impact, as this may create a risk of injury
and re.
u Do not charge damaged batteries.
u Under extreme conditions, battery leakage may occur.
When you notice liquid on the batteries carefully wipe
the liquid off using a cloth. Avoid skin contact.
u In case of skin or eye contact, follow the instructions
below.
Warning! The battery uid may cause personal injury or
damage to property. In case of skin contact, immediately
rinse with water. If redness, pain or irritation occurs seek
medical attention. In case of eye contact, rinse immedi-
ately with clean water and seek medical attention.
Chargers
Your charger has been designed for a specic voltage.
Always check that the mains voltage corresponds to the
voltage on the rating plate.
Warning! Never attempt to replace the charger unit with a
regular mains plug.
u Use your Black & Decker charger only to charge the
battery in the appliance/tool with which it was sup-
plied. Other batteries could burst, causing personal
injury and damage.
u Never attempt to charge non-rechargeable batteries.
u If the supply cord is damaged, it must be replaced by
the manufacturer or an authorised Black & Decker
Service Centre in order to avoid a hazard.
u Do not expose the charger to water.
u Do not open the charger.
u Do not probe the charger.
u The appliance/tool/battery must be placed in a well
ventilated area when charging.
Safety of others
u This appliance is not intended for use by persons
(including children) with reduced physical, sensory
or mental capabilities, or lack of experience and
knowledge, unless they have been given supervision
or instruction concerning the use of the appliance by a
person responsible for their safety.
u Children should be supervised to ensure that they do
not play with the appliance.
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Residual risks.
Additional residual risks may arise when using the tool
which may not be included in the enclosed safety warn-
ings. These risks can arise from misuse, prolonged use
etc.
Even with the application of the relevant safety regulations
and the implementation of safety devices, certain residual
risks can not be avoided. These include:
u Injuries caused by touching any rotating/moving parts.
u Injuries caused when changing any parts, blades or
accessories.
u Injuries caused by prolonged use of a tool. When
using any tool for prolonged periods ensure you take
regular breaks.
u Impairment of hearing.
u Health hazards caused by breathing dust developed
when using your tool (example:- working with wood,
especially oak, beech and MDF.)
Electrical safety
Your charger has been designed for a specic voltage.
Always check that the mains voltage corresponds to the
voltage on the rating plate. Never attempt to replace the
charger unit with a regular mains plug.
Symbols on the charger
Warning! Read all of this manual carefully
before using the appliance.
#This charger is double insulated; therefore no
earth wire is required. Always check that the
power supply corresponds to the voltage on
the rating plate.
wShort circuit proof safety isolating transform-
er. The mains supply is electrically separated
from the transformer output.
xThe charger automatically shuts off if the
ambient temperature becomes too high. As a
consequence the charger will be inoperable.
The charging base must be disconnected
from the mains supply and taken to an
authorised service centre for repair.
$The charging base is intended for indoor
use only.
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Features
This tool includes some or all of the following features.
1. On/Off button
2. Handle
3. Handle reset button
4. Nozzle
5. Charging indicator
6. Dust collector cover
7. Cover release button
8. Charging base
Use
u Before rst use, the battery must be charged for at
least 24 hours.
u Place the appliance on the charging base whenever it
is not in use.
Charging the battery (Fig. A)
u Place the appliance on the charging base (8)
u Plug in the charger. Switch on at the mains. The
charging indicator (5) will be lit.
u Leave the appliance to charge for at least 16 hours.
While charging, the charger may become warm. This is
normal and does not indicate a problem. The appliance
can be left connected to the charger indenitely. The
charging indicator (5) will be lit as long as the appliance is
connected to the plugged-in charger.
Warning! Do not charge the battery at ambient tempera-
tures below 10 °C or above 40 °C.
To open the appliance (g. B)
u Lift the handle (2) until it clicks into place.
The nozzle (4) will automatically lift at the same time.
To close the appliance (Reset the handle and
nozzle) (g. B)
u Press the handle release button (3).
The nozzle (4) and the handle (2) will fall together.
Switching on and off (g. C)
u To switch the appliance on, press and hold the power
button (1).
u To switch the appliance off, release the power button
(1).
Note: The handle must be in the open position or the
appliance will not turn on.
Optimising the suction force
In order to keep the suction force optimised, the lters
must be cleared regularly during use.
Emptying the appliance (g. D)
u Hold the appliance so that the dust collector cover (6)
is facing upwards.
u Press the cover release button (7) the dust collector
cover (6) will open.
u While holding the appliance over a bin or sink, lift out
the lter (12) and empty the contents of the appliance.
u Replace the lter.
u Close the dust collector cover (6).
Note: The lters are re-usable and should be cleaned
regularly.
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Warning! Never use the appliance without the lters.
Optimum dust collection will only be achieved with clean
lters.
Maintenance and cleaning
Your Black & Decker cordless appliance has been
designed to operate over a long period of time with a mini-
mum of maintenance. Continuous satisfactory operation
depends upon proper appliance care and regular cleaning.
Warning! Before performing any maintenance on cordless
appliances:
u Switch off and unplug the appliance.
u Or switch off and remove the battery from the appli-
ance if the appliance has a separate battery pack.
u Or run the battery down completely if it is integral and
then switch off.
u Unplug the charger before cleaning it. Your charger
does not require any maintenance apart from regular
cleaning.
Cleaning the appliance
u Regularly clean the ventilation slots in your appliance
using a soft brush or dry cloth.
u Regularly clean the outside of your appliance using a
damp cloth. Do not use any abrasive or solvent-based
cleaner.
u The inside of the dust bowl can be cleaned using a
soft brush or dry cloth.
Cleaning the lters
u The lters can cleaned using a soft brush or dry cloth.
u The lters can be washed in warm soapy water.
u Make sure that the lters are dry before re-tting.
Replacing the lters
The lters should be replaced every 6 to 9 months and
whenever worn or damaged.
Replacement lters are available from your Black &
Decker dealer: Filter part number VFORB10-XJ
Protecting the environment
ZSeparate collection. This product must not be
disposed of with normal household waste.
Should you nd 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.
zSeparate 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.
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You can check the location of your nearest authorised
repair agent by contacting your local Black & Decker ofce
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
Battery (Fig. E)
ZIf you want to dispose of the product
yourself, the battery must be removed as
described below and disposed of in accord-
ance with local regulations.
u Discharge the battery by operating the appliance until
the motor stops.
u Using a screwdriver, carefully remove the decorative
facia (13) by inserting it into the recess (14) and lifting.
u Remove the four screws (15) holding the body of the
appliance together.
u Lift the housing cover away from the assembly.
u Lift out the battery pack / motor assembly.
u Detach all lead connections from the battery pack /
motor assembly.
u Remove battery pack / motor assembly.
u Place the battery pack in a suitable package to ensure
that the terminals can not be short-circuited.
u Take the battery to your service agent or to a local
recycling station.
Once removed, the battery can not be retted.
Technical data
ORB48 (H1)
Voltage Vdc 4.8
Battery Type NiMH
Weight kg 0.75
Charger BA090020D
VA090020D
Input voltage Vac 230
Output voltage Vac 9
Current mA 200
Approximate
charge time
h16
Weight kg 0.22
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Guarantee
Black & Decker is condent of the quality of its products
and offers an outstanding guarantee. This guarantee
statement is in addition to and in no way prejudices your
statutory rights. The guarantee is valid within the territories
of the Member States of the European Union and the
European Free Trade Area.
If a Black & Decker product becomes defective due to
faulty materials, workmanship or lack of conformity, within
24 months from the date of purchase, Black & Decker
guarantees to replace defective parts, repair products
subjected to fair wear and tear or replace such products to
ensure minimum inconvenience to the customer unless:
u The product has been used for trade, professional or
hire purposes;
u The product has been subjected to misuse or neglect;
u The product has sustained damage through foreign
objects, substances or accidents;
u Repairs have been attempted by persons other than
authorised repair agents or Black & Decker service
staff.
To claim on the guarantee, you will need to submit proof of
purchase to the seller or an authorised repair agent. You
can check the location of your nearest authorised repair
agent by contacting your local Black & Decker ofce 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
Please visit our website www.blackanddecker.co.uk to
register your new Black & Decker product and to be kept
up to date on new products and special offers. Further
information on the Black & Decker brand and our range of
products is available at www.blackanddecker.co.uk
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