Makita VC011G Manuel D'instructions page 20

MAINTENANCE
CAUTION:
Always be sure that the appliance 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.
To maintain product SAFETY and RELIABILITY,
repairs, any other maintenance or adjustment should
be performed by Makita Authorized or Factory Service
Centers, always using Makita replacement parts.
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 damaged, do
not use following tools and similar items for cleaning:
Air duster
—
— High pressure washer
— Tools made of hard materials such as a wire brush
1. Open the front cover and take out the filter bag/
dust bag. Release the hook on the filter and remove it
from the vacuum cleaner body.
► Fig.41: 1. Hook 2. HEPA filter
2. Beat the dust off from the filter. The filter can be washed
with water. Rinse away the dust and particles on the filter every
1 or 2 month. After that, dry the filter completely in a shaded and
well-ventilated place to prevent unpleasant odor or malfunctions.
3.
To install the filter, insert the side without the hooks into the
groove then push in the filter until the hooks are secured with a click.
► Fig.42: 1. Groove 2. HEPA filter 3. Hook
Cleaning the sponge filter
CAUTION:
After cleaning the sponge filters,
be sure to install them to the vacuum cleaner.
If washed in water, dry them up thoroughly before
installing. Insufficiently dried sponge filters may
shorten the service life of the motor.
Sponge filters underneath the HEPA filter prevent dust
from getting into the motor.
1. Remove the sponge filters from the vacuum cleaner.
► Fig.43: 1. Sponge filter
2.
Wipe and shake dust off the sponge filters by hand. When
the sponge filters are clogged, wash them in soapy water.
► Fig.44
3. Install the sponge filters in their original position.
Cleaning the dust bag
Regularly clean the dust bag with soap and water. Turn
the dust bag inside out and remove the sticky dust.
Wash lightly by hand and rinse well with water. Dry
completely before installing to the vacuum cleaner.
► Fig.45
NOTICE:
Wet dust bag lowers the vacuuming per-
formance as well as the life of the motor.
Cleaning the clog
When cleaning the clog, remove the hose or the exten-
sion wand, or the bent pipe assembly to check inside.
Refer to the section for attaching bent pipe assembly.
Cleaning the room for filter bag/
dust bag
This appliance is equipped with a dust beating system.
As you walk while carrying the cleaner, springs under-
neath the board vibrate the board and shake the dust off
the filter bag/dust bag.
When cleaning the room for filter bag/dust bag, remove
and wipe the board inside.
► Fig.46: 1. Board
Removing the board
1. Remove the HEPA filter. Refer to the section for
cleaning the HEPA filter for how to remove.
2.
Push down the board, and slide it to left until the
board touches the wall.
3. Lift the right side of the board up and take it out.
► Fig.47: 1. Board
The board is supported by three springs.
If the springs came off from the projections, reattach
them as illustrated.
► Fig.48: 1. Long spring 2. Short spring 3. Projection
NOTE: Attach the springs securely so that the springs
touch the root of the projections.
Attaching the board
1. Insert the straight side of the board into the
catches in the lower left side of the room.
2. Put the right side of the board in place.
► Fig.49: 1. Board 2. Straight side 3. Catch
CYCLONE ATTACHMENT
Optional accessory
NOTE: When using the cyclone attachment with this
appliance, the bent pipe is also required.
► Fig.50: 1. Cyclone attachment
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