Operation; Maintenance - Makita DVC260 Betriebsanleitung

NOTICE:
When the filter bag is already full, replace
with new one. Continuous use with the filter bag full
results in reduced suction power.
1. Unlock the latch by lifting the bottom side. Push
the grooved area to lift the front latching side. Pull the
latch to open the lid.
► Fig.21: 1. Hook 2. Lid
2. Insert the filter bag into the slit on the upper side of
the room as illustrated.
► Fig.22: 1. Slit 2. Filter bag / Dust bag
When using the dust bag (optional accessory), insert
the brim of the dust bag into the slit.
► Fig.23: 1. Slit 2. Brim
3.
Align the hole of the filter bag with the hose cuff
and push the cardboard portion to the end. Make sure
that the rubber ring on the filter bag goes over the rim
on the hose cuff.
► Fig.24: 1. Rubber ring on the filter bag 2. Rim on
the hose cuff 3. Cardboard portion of the
filter bag 4. Hose cuff

OPERATION

WARNING:
Operators shall be adequately
instructed on the use of the vacuum cleaner.
WARNING:
This vacuum cleaner is not suit-
able for picking up hazardous dust.
CAUTION:
This cleaner is for dry use only.
CAUTION:
This cleaner is for indoor use only.
CAUTION:
Always insert the battery cartridge
all the way until it locks in place. If you can see the
red indicator on the upper side of the button, it is not
locked completely. Insert it fully until the red indicator
cannot be seen. If not, it may accidentally fall out of
the tool, causing injury to you or someone around
you.
CAUTION:
During operation, be conscious
of the vacuum cleaner on your back. You may
lose your balance if the vacuum cleaner body bumps
against a wall or the hose is hooked by an obstacles.
1. Shoulder the vacuum cleaner body and fas-
ten upper and lower belts. Adjust the tightness as
necessary.
► Fig.25
2. Press button to start vacuuming. If you want
to lower the suction power, press
time. Press button to stop.
► Fig.26
During the operation, hook the switch box on the lower
belt. The hook can be slanted for lighting forward.
► Fig.27
button one more
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NOTE: The vacuum cleaner will automatically
switches off and the LED light flashes when the vac-
uum cleaner is overheated due to the reduced air-
flow into the machine caused by clogged hose, pipe,
filter or other reasons. In this case, remove the cause
of the problem and cool the vacuum cleaner before
restarting.
3. Replace the filter bag when it becomes full. Open
the lid and take out the filter bag. Pull the strip on the
side of the opening to shut the filter bag and dispose of
the filter bag in whole.
► Fig.28: 1. Strip
When using a dust bag (optional accessory), take out
the dust bag and dispose of the dust by releasing the
latch.
► Fig.29: 1. Latch
NOTICE:
Periodically check the filter bag if it is
full. Continuous use with the filter bag full results in
reduced suction power.
NOTICE:
Do not use an used filter bag. The filter
bag is designed for single use. If you want to use the
bag repeatedly, use a dust bag (optional accessory).

MAINTENANCE

CAUTION:
Always be sure that the tool is
switched off and the battery cartridge is removed
before attempting to perform inspection or
maintenance.
NOTICE:
Never use gasoline, benzine, thinner,
alcohol or the like. Discoloration, deformation or
cracks may result.
Cleaning the HEPA filter
CAUTION:
Do not use the vacuum cleaner
without a filter or continue to use dirty or dam-
aged filter. Vacuumed dust or particles may be
exhausted from the cleaner and they may cause
respiratory disease to the operator.
NOTICE:
To keep optimum suction power and
clean exhaust, clean the filter periodically. If
enough suction power is not obtained even after
the cleaning, replace the filter with new one.
NOTICE:
To prevent the filter from being dam-
aged, do not use following tools and similar items
for cleaning :
— Air duster
— High pressure washer
— Tools made of hard materials such as a
metallic brush
1. Open the lid and take out the filter bag. Release
the hook on the filter and remove it from the vacuum
cleaner body.
► Fig.30