Black & Decker "Dustbuster" Handheld Vacuum, circa 1979
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The Dustbuster handheld vacuum, introduced in 1979, found immediate success--selling over a million the first year. Inexpensive, lightweight, and convenient, it was designed for quick cleanups of surface dirt and spills. Cordless, with a wall-mounted charger base, the Dustbuster could be used anywhere! Though it wasn't very powerful, convenience triumphed. For small jobs, it was much easier to grab the Dustbuster!
The Dustbuster handheld vacuum, introduced in 1979, found immediate success--selling over a million the first year. Inexpensive, lightweight, and convenient, it was designed for quick cleanups of surface dirt and spills. Cordless, with a wall-mounted charger base, the Dustbuster could be used anywhere! Though it wasn't very powerful, convenience triumphed. For small jobs, it was much easier to grab the Dustbuster!
Artifact
Handheld vacuum
Date Made
circa 1979
Location
Not on exhibit to the public.
Object ID
2019.78.1
Credit
From the Collections of The Henry Ford.
Material
Plastic
Metal
Paper (Fiber product)
Cardboard
Color
Cream (Color)
Multicolored
Dimensions
Height: 4.625 in (Packaging)
Width: 15 in (Packaging)
Length: 4.5 in (Packaging)
Inscriptions
on top of Dustbuster: B&D DUSTBUSTER on back of Dustbuster: Black & Decker / DUSTBUSTER CAT. NO. 9330 / TYPE 2 / 3.6 V DC / LISTED 5068 UL / CAUTION: FOR SAFE OPERATION SEE OWNERS MANUAL / BLACK & DECKER (U.S.) INC. / TOWSON, MD., 21204, U.S.A. / U.S. PAT. NOS. 4,011,624 4,209,875 257,611 4,225,814 / REPLACEMENT BAGS NOT REQUIRED, INSTEAD, DUSTBUSTER USES A PERMANENT POLYESTER REUSABLE FILTER. IF DAMAGED, OBTAIN NEW FILTER FROM YOUR LOCAL DEALER, B & D SERVICE CENTER OR SEND CHECK OR MONEY ORDER FOR $1.50 TO B & D FILTER, P.O. BOX #5582, TOWSON, MD 21204 on front of charging station: Black & Decker (R) / BATTERY CHARGER NO. 133353-00 / INPUT: 120 V AC 60 HZ 5 W / OUTPUT: 4.4 V DC 125 MA / DANGER: USE ONLY WITH CAT. NO. 9330 DUSTBUSTER. OTHER USES MAY PRODUCE A HAZARD. / CAUTION: DO NOT EXPOSE TO RAIN. FOR SAFE OPERATION, SEE OWNERS MANUAL. / LISTED 506B UL / BLACK & DECKER (U.S.) INC. TOWSON, MD, 21204 U.S.A. / REPLACEMENT BAGS NOT REQUIRED / INSTEAD, DUSTBUSTER USES A PERMANENT POLYESTER REUSABLE FILTER, IF DAMAGED, OBTAIN NEW FILTER FROM YOUR LOCAL DEALER, B & D SERVICE CENTER, OR SEND CHECK OR MONEY ORDER FOR $1.50 TO: B & D FILTER, P.O. BOX #5582, TOWSON, MD 21204 on front of packaging: DUSTBUSTER / The powerful cordless vac from Black and Decker / 9330 Black & Decker / Cleans stairs and other hard to get at places. on bottom of packaging: Permanent washable dust filter bag. Finger tip control switch/on only when you need it. / Recharges continually when not in use. No cord. / No hose. / Wall hanging storage/charging unit. / QUALITY SEAL / MODEL NO. 9330 / 9330 Hidden cord wrap for excess cord. / IMPORTANT: Read instructions before use. / Black and Decker (U.S.) Inc. [...] / HOME USE WARRANTY / (A FULL ONE YEAR WARRANTY) / Black & Decker warrants this product for one year against any defects that are due to faulty material or workmanship. Please return the complete unit, transportation prepaid, to the seller (if a participating retailer) or free replacement (proof of purchase may be required). The unit may also be returned to a Black & Decker Service Center or Authorized Service Station, listed under "Tools, Electric" in the yellow pages for free replacement or repair at our option. This warranty does not apply to accessories. This warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may have other rights which vary from state to state. Should you have any questions, contact your nearest Black & Decker Service Center Manager. / [...] / Made and printed in U.S.A. on back of packaging: DUSTBUSTER / 9330 Black & Decker / Spot clean car interiors / Removes dust from drapes. on top of packaging: DUSTBUSTER / The lightweight cordless vacuum from Black and Decker / 9330 Black & Decker / Recharges in its own storage unit. on sides of packaging: DUSTBUSTER / The lightweight quick cordless vac from Black and Decker / 9330 Battery Charger 120v AC 60 HZ
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