DO NOT attempt to clear clogs from unit
without first unplugging it.
USE ONLY as described in this manual.
Use only manufacturer’s recommended
attachments.
DO NOT put any objects into openings.
Do not use with any opening blocked;
keep free of dust, lint, hair and everything
that may reduce air flow.
KEEP hair, loose clothing, fingers, and
all parts of body away from openings and
moving parts.
DO NOT
KEEP CHILDREN, BYSTANDERS AND
ANIMALS AWAY from the work area a
minimum of 30 feet (10 meters) when
starting or operating the unit.
INSPECT THE AREA before using the
unit. Remove all debris and hard objects
such as rocks, glass, wire, etc. that can
ricochet, be thrown, or otherwise cause
injury or damage during operation.
WARNING: To reduce the
risk of electrical shock; do not expose to rain,
do not use on wet surfaces. Store indoors.
WARNING: Cut Hazard.
Turn off and unplug unit, then wait until fan
stops or at least 10 seconds before removing
the blower or vacuum tube assemblies.
SAVE THESE
INSTRUCTIONS.
Servicing of Double Insulated
Appliances
Your Blower/Vac is double-insulated to
give you added safety. In a double insulated
appliance, two systems of insulation are
provided instead of grounding. No grounding
means is provided on a double insulated
appliance, nor should a means for grounding
be added to the appliance. Servicing a double
and knowledge of the system and should
Replacement parts for a double insulated
appliance must be identical to the parts they
replace. A double insulated appliance is marked
with the words double insulated or “double
may also be marked on the appliance.
Safety Rules and Instructions:
Extension Cords
Double insulated tools have 2-wire cords
and can be used with 2-wire or 3-wire
extension cords. Only round jacketed
extension cords should be used, and
we recommend that they be listed by
Underwriters Laboratories (U.L.) (C.S.A.
in Canada). If the extension will be used
outside, the cord must be suitable for
outdoor use. Any cord marked as outdoor
can also be used for indoor work.
wire size (AWG or American Wire Gauge)
for safety, and to prevent loss of power and
overheating. The smaller the gauge number
of the wire, the greater the capacity of the
cable, that is 16 gauge has more capacity
than 18 gauge. When using more than one
extension to make up the total length, be
sure each individual extension contains at
least the minimum wire size. Before using
an extension cord, inspect it for loose or
exposed wires, damaged insulation, and
defective fittings. Make any needed repairs
or replace the cord if necessary.
To determine the minimum wire size
Safety Rules and Instructions:
Polarized Plug
To reduce the risk of electric shock, this
must be used with a suitable polarized 2
wire or 3 wire extension cord. Polarized
connections will fit together only one way.
Make sure that the receptacle end of the
extension cord has large and small blade
slot widths. If the plug does not fit fully into
the extension cord, reverse the plug. If it
still does not fit, obtain a suitable extension
cord. If the extension cord does not fit fully
to install the proper outlet. Do not change
the tool plug or extension cord in any way.
Symbols
The label on your tool may include the
following symbols. The symbols and their
definitions are as follows:
V ..................volts
A ..................amperes
Hz ................hertz
W .................watts
min ..............minutes
or AC ...... alternating current
or DC ...direct current
n
o ................no load speed
................Class I Construction
(grounded)
................earthing terminal
...............safety alert symbol
................Class II Construction
(double insulated)
.../min or rpm...revolutions or
reciprocation per minute
................. Read instruction manual before use
.................... Use proper respiratory protection
................Use proper eye protection
..................Use proper hearing protection
FUNCTIONAL DESCRIPTION
1. Power head
2. Upper blow tube
3. Lower blow tube
4. Leaf blaster attachment (BV5600)
5. Concentrator
6. Upper vac tube
7. Lower vac tube
8. Reusable collection bag
9. Diffuser ((BV6000, BV6600))
10. Disposable bag (BV6000, BV6600)
11. Detachable strap (BV6000, BV6600)
12. Rake (BV6600)
ASSEMBLY
WARNING:
Before
attempting any of the assembly steps
below, ensure product is switched off and
disconnected from the power supply.
ASSEMBLY FOR BLOW MODE
BLOW TUBE ASSEMBLY (FIGURES A-D)
head. If not, attach cover as shown in
the inset of figure A. NOTE: Unit will not
operate in blow mode without grill cover in
place. Align the upper and lower tubes as
shown in figure A.
tube, until the tubes click into place.
power head before use.
upper tubes assembled.
the tubes to be separated once assembled.
head until it is in the fully locked position
(figure B).
target air flow to a tighter area. Add the
attachment to the assembly as shown
in figure C. Push on until hole in tab
engages raised post on tube.
move air back and forth to remove
stubborn debris from grassy areas. Add
the tube to the assembly as shown
in figure D. Push on until hole in tab
engages raised post on tube. To lock the
leaf blaster attachment and reduce the
back and forth motion, push forward on
the locking tab.
ASSEMBLY FOR VACUUM MODE
REUSABLE BAG (FIGURE E)
the power head as shown in figure E.
bag as shown in figure F.
NOTE: BV6000 and BV6600 are supplied
with a detachable strap that can be used
with both reusable and disposable bags.
DISPOSABLE BAG (FIGURE G) -
BV6000 & BV6600 ONLY
NOTE: Disposable bags are designed for
single use only. Do not empty and reuse.
NOTE: Store bags in a cool, dry location,
do not expose to rain or wet environments
shown in figure G.
diffuser so the elastic part of the bag sits
inside the grooves of the collar (G1).
G2) around the
opening of the bag and fasten the velcro
to securely attach the bag to the diffuser.
as shown in figure E.
shown in figure F.
VACUUM TUBE ASSEMBLY (FIGURES H-J)
together before use.
upper and lower tubes. (figure H)
tube, until the triangles click into place.
(Never operate apart).
the tubes to be separated once assembled.
of the power head by pressing the spring
loaded release button (located on the
back of the power head) and pulling the
cover off (figure I).
power head (figure J) by locating the
assembly as indicated by arrow, then
pivot about this point until the locking/
release catch is fully engaged.
REMOVING BLOW TUBE, VAC TUBE OR
COLLECTION BAG (FIGURE I & K)
shoulder collection bag, depress the
release button on the power head and
pull straight off (figure I & K).
OPERATION
USE AS A BLOWER:
ALWAYS WEAR SAFETY GLASSES.
WEAR A FILTER MASK IF THE
OPERATION IS DUSTY. USE OF
RUBBER GLOVES AND SUBSTANTIAL
FOOTWEAR IS RECOMMENDED
WHEN WORKING OUTDOORS. FOR
HOUSEHOLD USE ONLY.
WARNING:
CUT
HAZARD. When turning the tool off for
tube installation or any other reason, wait
10 seconds for the fan to stop rotating
before disassembly.
vacuum tubes and collection bag in place.
from the electrical supply when:
damaged or entangled.
working on blower/vac.
artificial light.
ON/OFF SWITCH (FIGURE L)
BV6600
Your blower/vac is fitted with a variable
speed switch located on the top of the
power head below the handle.
clockwise. The further the knob is
rotated, the higher the air speed.
counterclockwise to the off position (0).
BV5600 & BV6000
Your blower/vac is fitted with a two speed
switch located on the top of the power
head below the handle.
clockwise to Position I. To use in high
speed, rotate the knob clockwise to
Position II.
counterclockwise to the off position (0).
CORD RETAINER (FIGURE M)
rear of the power head. It can be used in
two different ways:
figure M1, hook the extension cord under
the retainer. Then plug the cord from the
power head into the extension cord.
figure M2, loop the extension cord over
the power head cord and plug the two
ends into each other. Then hook the
extension cord under the retainer.
BLOW MODE (FIGURE N)
WARNING:
is switched off and disconnected from the
power supply.
figure A.
power head as shown in figure B.
the power supply (figure M).
inches (180mm) above the ground, turn
the blower/vac on and using a sweeping
motion from side to side, advance slowly
keeping the accumulated debris/leaves in
front of you as shown in figure N.
into a pile, you can convert to vacuum
mode to collect the debris.
remove matted debris and leaves.
help move air back and forth to remove
stubborn debris from grassy areas.
USE AS A VACUUM:
VACUUM MODE (FIGURE O)
WARNING:
product is switched off and disconnected
from the power supply.
To fit the leaf collection bag assembly to
product:
power head refer to the “Assembly”
section.
of the power head by pressing the spring
loaded release button (located on the
back of the power head) and pulling the
cover off (figure I).
power head (figure J) by locating the
assembly as indicated by arrow, then
pivot about this point until the locking/
release catch is fully engaged.
the power supply (figure M).
leaves. Turn the blower/vac on, then using
a sweeping motion the debris/leaves will be
sucked up the tube, mulched and deposited
into the collection bag (figure O) .
As the bag fills the power of the suction
will decrease, turn the blower/vac off and
unplug from power supply.
EMPTYING REUSABLE BAG
(FIGURES Q-R)
CAUTION:
NEVER
REMOVE THE COLLECTION BAG
WITHOUT FIRST TURNING OFF AND
UNPLUGGING THE VACUUM.
BV6600
sliding the retaining bar off the bottom of
the bag as shown in figure Q.
NOTE: If the suction decreases and the bag
is not full, the vacuum tube is probably clogged
with debris. Turn off and unplug the blower/vac
and clear the tube before continuing.
bottom of the shoulder bag by folding the
bi-folds flat as shown in figure R. Slide the
retaining bar over the closed bag.
BV5600 & BV6000:
As bag fills, suction power will decrease.
Switch off product and unplug from power
supply. Unzip reusable bag to empty and
re-zip before continuing to operate,
DISPOSING OF DISPOSABLE BAG
BV6000 & BV6600 (FIGURE T)
WARNING:
Do Not Burn.
Do Not Re-use.
NOTE:
disposing of bag.
diffuser strap and slide the bag off of the
diffuser.
of the bag, cut the elastic, and remove
it from the bag. Tie the rope tightly
to ensure the bag is sealed before
disposing of it (figure T).
diffuser before using the blower/vac again.
NOTES:
expose to rain or wet environments.
Disposable Bag Components:
NOTE: Disposable bag is compostable.
RAKE (FIGURE P)
BV6600 is supplied with a rake to pull
debris/leaves into piles for easier collection
when using vacuum mode.
vac tube as shown in figure P.
motion to collect debris/leaves into a pile.
debris/leaves.
MAINTENANCE
CLEANING AND STORAGE
TURN OFF AND UNPLUG TOOL! (Unplug
extension cord at power source.)
Use only mild soap and a damp cloth to
the tool; never immerse any part of the tool
may have accumulated in the Blower/Vac.
When used properly with dry leaves the fan
chamber of your Blower/Vac should remain
clean. If damp earth and debris are ingested
some of the particles may build up on the
inside of the fan chamber. If this happens
the performance of the unit will decrease.
This area can be cleaned out using a
wooden stick as shown in figure S after
disconnecting from the power source. Your
Blower/Vac should be stored in a dry place.
WARNING:
SHOCK
HAZARD. DO NOT POUR OR SPRAY
Do not store the tool on or adjacent to
fertilizers or chemicals. Such storage can
cause rapid corrosion of the metal parts.
IMPORTANT: To assure product
maintenance and adjustment (other than
those listed in this manual) should be
performed by authorized service centers or
using identical replacement parts.
ACCESSORIES
WARNING:
The use of any
accessory not recommended for use with
this tool could be hazardous.
Recommended accessories for use with
your tool are available from your local
dealer or authorized service center. If you
need assistance regarding accessories,
please call: 1-800-544-6986.
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 (U.S.) Inc. warrants this
product for two years against any defects
in material or workmanship. The defective
product will be replaced or repaired at no
charge in either of two ways. The first, which
will result in exchanges only, is to return
the product to the retailer from whom it
was purchased (provided that the store is
a participating retailer). Returns should be
made within the time period of the retailer’s
policy for exchanges (usually 30 to 90 days
after the sale). Proof of purchase may be
their specific return policy regarding returns
that are beyond the time set for exchanges.
The second option is to take or send the
product (prepaid) to a Black & Decker
owned or authorized Service Center for
repair or replacement at our option. Proof
This warranty does not apply to accessories.
This warranty gives you specific legal rights
Minimum Gauge for Cord Sets
Volts Total Length of Cord in Feet
120V 0-25 26-50 51-100 101-150
(0-7,6m) (7,6-15,2m) (15,2-30,4m) (30,4-45,7m)
240V 0-50 51-100 101-200 101-300
(0-15,2m) (15,2-30,4m) (30,4-60,9m) (60,9-91,4m)
Ampere Rating
More Not more American Wire Gauge
Than Than
0 - 6 18 16 16 14
6 - 10 18 16 14 12
10 - 12 16 16 14 12
12 - 16 14 12 Not Recommended