Review of Black & Decker BV4000 Leaf Hog 12-AMP Electric Blower/Vacuum

by Tool Review Guru on December 2, 2009

in Black & Decker, Lawn & Landscaping, Leaf Blowers, Leaf Vacuum, Tools and Hardware

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Black & Decker BV4000 Leaf Hog 12-AMP Electric Blower/Vacuum
 
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Product Description

Keep your front yard and driveway free of clutter and debris with this powerful and efficient three-in-one product from Black & Decker. The BV40002 functions as a blower, vacuum, and mulcher, so you can collect and condense 10 bags of yard waste into just one bag. Performing at a speed of 230 MPH, the blower works quickly and easily to clear pathways and lawns. The high-performance vacuum features a Vortex system that resists clogs and easily pulls in grass clippings, leaves, and pine needles. It's also a snap to transition from the blower to the vacuum, thanks to straightforward push button operation. For added convenience, the BV40002 boasts truly quiet operation (its maximum rate is only 66 decibels), and comes with a 2-year warranty. Additionally, the bag is easy to empty, so you can get back to work in no time.

Product Details

  • Three-in-one product functions as a blower, vacuum, and mulcher
  • Vacuum resists clogs and sucks up even wet or large leaves
  • Transitions from blower to vacuum with the touch of one button
  • Dimensions: 18 x 11.2 x 24.1 inches (WxHxD); weighs 10 pounds; 2-year warranty
  • Includes blower, blower attachment, vacuum attachment, leaf bag, and adjustable shoulder strap

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user comment Review of Black & Decker BV4000 Leaf Hog 12 AMP Electric Blower/Vacuum A little disappointing
 
Review Date: November 22, 2009
Reviewer: Ex Texan,
I've had this unit for a year and my biggest gripe is that it clogs too easily. I have the long hose with a black mesh net that fits over a 32 gallon container. My problem with that is it blows off too easily, even if you tie it down as tight as you can get it. Overall it's a good unit, and it does a good job on the dry leaves... however if some of the leaves are a little damp, it clogs up in the intake unit. I'm constantly having to stop, clean it out, then starting over.

I'm working on making a clamp to hold the net to the 32 gallon container, so I hope that helps some. Not sure what I can do about the leaves clogging since you can't always vacuum up when everything is totally dry.

I've had other B&D equipment and had good success... which is why I bought this unit.
user comment Review of Black & Decker BV4000 Leaf Hog 12 AMP Electric Blower/Vacuum Black & decker sucks
 
Review Date: November 8, 2009
Reviewer: T. Winn, Missouri
We just bought it tonight from ACE hardware and once we got it out it looked used. Like someone returned it and they just boxed it back up. It was working with good power both blowing and mulching but then started to spark inside it. I'm sorry but if something sparks within MINUTES of use.. you should think about recalling it. Taking it back tomorrow and getting a TORO.

I do NOT recommend this product. Go with a TORO, I've heard nothing but GOOD about them. Same speed and power, and $10 cheaper.
user comment Review of Black & Decker BV4000 Leaf Hog 12 AMP Electric Blower/Vacuum No replacement bags
 
Review Date: September 6, 2009
Reviewer: E. Jepson, Knoxville, TN USA
This unit has worked very well for me EXCEPT for the leaf bag. Its attachment to the blower is flimsy (plastic clips) and it got to the point where it would not hold at all. Black and Decker does not sell replacement bags, so the only option is to buy a new unit. This has me angry enough at the company that I will probably buy a Toro unit!
user comment Review of Black & Decker BV4000 Leaf Hog 12 AMP Electric Blower/Vacuum faulty product
 
Review Date: April 5, 2009
Reviewer: R. D., MI, United States
I too had sparks flying out after a few minutes of use. Afterwards it stopped working. Very disappointed because I have an older version of it and never had such problems. I returned it and went with the Toro model. No problems yet.
user comment Review of Black & Decker BV4000 Leaf Hog 12 AMP Electric Blower/Vacuum Black & Decker Blower/Vac
 
Review Date: January 7, 2009
Reviewer: M. Dudley, Little Rock, AR
Great product. I have one already and bought this one for my brother for his birthday.
user comment Review of Black & Decker BV4000 Leaf Hog 12 AMP Electric Blower/Vacuum anotherwaryconsumer
 
Review Date: October 28, 2008
Reviewer: Wary Consumer,
I wish I had read the reviews of the b&d blower/vac before buying one. I used it for 5 minutes and sparks flew out of it. I used a 12 guage extension cord so the problem was with the machine. Buy the newest craftsman blower/vac-better quality. Cost the same as well.
user comment Review of Black & Decker BV4000 Leaf Hog 12 AMP Electric Blower/Vacuum Faulty switch drove me crazy!
 
Review Date: October 26, 2008
Reviewer: frank zeppelin, glen allen, va United States
When it works, the BV4000 is worth the money. But I've owned 2 and both would stop for no reason. I had the switch fixed by B&D and that worked for about a season, then, again the switch problem. Hitting the switch with my hand would solve the problem for about 10 seconds and then it would stop again. The only permanent result was a sore hand. Shaking the unit just made it worse. Let's face it, the switch is poorly made. Buyer Beware!
user comment Review of Black & Decker BV4000 Leaf Hog 12 AMP Electric Blower/Vacuum Black & Decker Leaf Hog 12-AMP Blower/Vac
 
Review Date: May 15, 2008
Reviewer: Debora J. Turman, Canon City, CO
I am very pleased with this product. It arrived before I expected it. This is a product that I will use a lot. It is great for yard cleanup.
user comment Review of Black & Decker BV4000 Leaf Hog 12 AMP Electric Blower/Vacuum Great product
 
Review Date: April 28, 2008
Reviewer: Randall F. Belcher, Houston, TX.
The Leaf Hog is everything it claims to be.
Powerful motor, mulches good and easy to clean.
Would recommend to everyone.
user comment Review of Black & Decker BV4000 Leaf Hog 12 AMP Electric Blower/Vacuum good product
 
Review Date: April 14, 2008
Reviewer: W. McParlin,
product was all it was advertised to be. Assembly was easy and I was using the product 20 mins. after unwrapping it.
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