Makita DCL182F Instruction Manual

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13Press in the whole edge of the sponge filter against therecessed wall inside the dust bag/paper pack mountingarea.CAUTION:• After cleaning sponge filter, be sure to install it on thecleaner. If washed in water, dry it up before installing.An insufficiently dried sponge filter may shorten theservice life of the motor.Wall mount for cordless cleanerOptional accessoryNOTE:• The screw to mount the holder is not included. Preparea screw which fits with the material to screw into.Attach the wall mount for cordless cleaner to a hardwooden wall, beam or column, where the wall mount forcordless cleaner can be firmly secured. Always be surethat the wall mount for cordless cleaner is securelyattached before hanging the cleaner. (Fig. 36)CAUTION:• Do not hang the cleaner to the wall mount violentlyor hang other appliances than the cleaner.Things to Check Before Asking for Repairs011566NOTE:• Do not attempt to repair cleaner by yourself.To maintain product SAFETY and RELIABILITY, repairs,any other maintenance or adjustment should beperformed by Makita Authorized Service Centers, alwaysusing Makita replacement parts.OPTIONAL ACCESSORIESCAUTION:• These accessories or attachments are recommendedfor use with your Makita cleaner specified in thismanual. The use of any other accessories orattachments might present a risk of injury to persons.Only use accessory or attachment for its statedpurpose.If you need any assistance for more details regardingthese accessories, ask your local Makita Service Center.• Extension wand (Straight pipe)• Nozzle• Nozzle for carpet• Shelf brush• Corner nozzle• Round brush• Flexible hose• Paper pack• Wall mount for cordless cleaner• Cyclone attachment• Makita genuine battery and chargerNOTE:• Some items in the list may be included in the toolpackage as standard accessories. They may differ fromcountry to country.Cyclone attachment (Fig. 37)About the cyclone attachmentUsing the cleaner with the cyclone attachment installedreduces the amount of dust that enters the dust bag,which helps to prevent the suction force from weakening.In addition, cleaning after use is also simple.CAUTION:• Always be sure that the tool is switched off and thebattery cartridge is removed before carrying outany work on the tool. If the battery cartridge is leftinserted, the cleaner may start unexpectedly and resultin injury.• Clean the mesh filter of the cyclone attachment andthe dust bag of the cleaner unit when they becomeclogged. Continued use in the clogged condition mayresult in heating or smoke.NOTICE:• When the cyclone attachment is attached, do notuse the cleaner in the horizontal or upward facingcondition. Doing so may cause the mesh filter tobecome clogged.• Always use the cleaner with the dust bag installed,even when using the cyclone attachment. Using thecleaner without the dust bag installed may result in amotor malfunction.NOTE:• Check that the cyclone attachment, cleaner, andstraight pipe are locked properly before use.• Empty the dust case of the cyclone attachment and thedust bag of the cleaner when dust has accumulated.Continued use will result in weakened suction force.Disposing of dustWhen dust has accumulated up to the full line of the dustcase, follow the procedure below and dispose of thedust.1. Hold the dust case firmly, press and hold the twobuttons, and remove the dust case. (Fig. 38)2. Dispose of the dust inside the dust case and removeany dust and powder adhered to the surface of themesh filter.3. Insert the dust case all the way until the two buttonslock with a click. (Fig. 39)Symptom Area to be investigated Fixing methodWeak suction power• Is dust bag or paper pack full of dust? • Empty dust bag or paper pack.• Is dust bag clogged? • Dust down or wash the dust bag.• Is paper pack clogged? • Replace paper pack.• Is the battery cartridge discharged? • Charge the battery cartridge.Not working • Is the battery cartridge discharged? • Charge the battery cartridge.