Makita DCL181FZW Instruction Manual Download Page 13

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Troubleshooting

Before asking for repairs, check the following points.

Symptom

Area to be investigated

Fixing method

Weak suction power

Is the capsule full of dust?

Empty the capsule of dust.

Is the filter clogged?

Clean or wash the filter.

Is the battery cartridge exhausted ?

Charge the battery cartridge.

Not working

Is the battery cartridge exhausted ?

Charge the battery cartridge.

CAUTION:

 

Do not attempt to repair the cleaner by yourself.

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.

OPTIONAL 

ACCESSORIES

CAUTION:

 

These accessories or attachments 

are recommended for use with your Makita tool 

specified in this manual.

 The use of any other 

accessories or attachments might present a risk of 

injury to persons. Only use accessory or attachment 

for its stated purpose.

If you need any assistance for more details regard-

ing these accessories, ask your local Makita Service 

Center.
• 

Extension wand (Straight pipe)

• Nozzle
• 

Nozzle for carpet

• 

Shelf brush

• 

Corner nozzle

• 

Round brush

• 

Flexible hose

• 

Free nozzle

• Filter

• 

Prefilter

• 

High performance filter

• 

Wall mount for cordless cleaner

• 

Makita genuine battery and charger

NOTE:

 Some items in the list may be included in the 

tool package as standard accessories. They may 

differ from country to country.

Summary of Contents for DCL181FZW

Page 1: ...INSTRUCTION MANUAL Cordless Cleaner DCL181F ENGLISH Original instructions Read before use ...

Page 2: ...attery pack together with household waste material In observance of the European Directives on Waste Electric and Electronic Equipment and Batteries and Accumulators and Waste Batteries and Accumulators and their implementation in accordance with national laws electric equipment and batteries and battery pack s that have reached the end of their life must be collected separately and returned to an...

Page 3: ...eat sources 6 Do not block the intake hole or vent holes SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS Important safety instructions for battery cartridge 1 Before using battery cartridge read all instruc tions and cautionary markings on 1 battery charger 2 battery and 3 product using battery 2 Do not disassemble battery cartridge 3 If operating time has become excessively shorter stop operating immediately It may resu...

Page 4: ...d the tool and the battery cartridge firmly may cause them to slip off your hands and result in damage to the tool and battery cartridge and a personal injury 1 2 3 1 Red indicator 2 Button 3 Battery cartridge To remove the battery cartridge slide it from the tool while sliding the button on the front of the cartridge To install the battery cartridge align the tongue on the battery cartridge with ...

Page 5: ...ity The indicator lamps light up for a few seconds Indicator lamps Remaining capacity Lighted Off Blinking 75 to 100 50 to 75 25 to 50 0 to 25 Charge the battery The battery may have malfunctioned NOTE Depending on the conditions of use and the ambient temperature the indication may differ slightly from the actual capacity Switch action 1 2 1 OFF button 2 HIGH LOW button To start the cleaner simpl...

Page 6: ... filter to be clogged or the motor to be damaged Disposing of dust for normal filter 1 In order to drop dust sticking on the filter in the capsule tap the capsule 4 or 5 times with your hand Now point suction inlet downwards turn capsule in direction of arrow in diagram and disconnect capsule slowly and straight 1 2 1 Capsule 2 Suction inlet NOTE Dust may spill out when capsule is opened so be sur...

Page 7: ...set a garbage bag beneath capsule 2 Remove accumulated dust from inside of capsule and off of high performance filter 1 2 1 Capsule 2 High performance filter 3 Twist high performance filter in direction of arrow to unfasten securing lip from cleaner unit and then pull off the filter 1 1 Securing lip 4 Clean out the fine dust and lightly tap to dislodge dust from high performance filter Reassembly ...

Page 8: ...ad of time as suction power will be reduced if there is too much dust in cleaner NOTE Always be sure to check that both filter and prefilter are loaded correctly prior to using cleaner If they are not loaded correctly dust will get into the motor housing and cause motor failure If the following examples occur filter and prefilter are not loaded correctly Reload them correctly to rectify problem Pr...

Page 9: ... filter 2 Securing lip 1 1 Securing lip 2 Connect capsule Align O mark on capsule with O mark on handle and then firmly twist capsule in direction of arrow until it is secured 1 1 O Mark 2 1 1 Handle 2 Capsule NOTE Always remove dust ahead of time as suction power will be reduced if there is too much dust in cleaner NOTE Always be sure to check that high perfor mance filter is loaded correctly pri...

Page 10: ... attachment is twisted in the opposite direction when being connected or disconnected the capsule may become loose 1 1 Capsule Cleaning Suction Nozzle Attach the nozzle to clean off tables desks furniture etc The nozzle slips on easily 1 1 Nozzle Nozzle Extension wand Straight pipe The extension wand fits in between the nozzle and the cleaner itself This arrangement is convenient for clean ing a f...

Page 11: ...d Cleaning NOTICE Never use gasoline benzine thinner alcohol or the like Discoloration deformation or cracks may result NOTICE Do not blow dust sticking on the cleaner and filters by air duster It brings dust into the housing and causes failure NOTICE After washing filters dry them thor oughly before use Insufficiently dried filters may cause poor suction and shorten the service life of the motor ...

Page 12: ...dge of the pillar holds down the sponge filter and there is no gap between the sponge filter and suc tion opening 1 2 1 Sponge filter 2 Bottom edge of pillar Wall mount for cordless cleaner Optional accessory NOTE The screw to mount the holder is not included Prepare a screw which fits with the material to screw into Attach the wall mount for cordless cleaner to a hard wooden wall beam or column w...

Page 13: ...e Centers always using Makita replacement parts OPTIONAL ACCESSORIES CAUTION These accessories or attachments are recommended for use with your Makita tool specified in this manual The use of any other accessories or attachments might present a risk of injury to persons Only use accessory or attachment for its stated purpose If you need any assistance for more details regard ing these accessories ...

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