Operation; Maintenance - Makita BCL140 Instruction Manual

NOTE:
Make sure filter is put on straight without being
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peeled back. If filter is put on incorrectly as shown
in diagram, dust will get into motor housing, and
cause motor failure.
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Connect prefilter. At this time, make sure to twist prefilter
so that securing lip is firmly locked into cleaner unit.
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Connect capsule. Align O symbol on capsule with O
symbol on handle and then firmly twist capsule in
direction of arrow until it is secured.
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NOTE:
Always remove dust ahead of time, as suction
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power will be reduced if there is too much dust in
cleaner.
Always be sure to check that both filter and prefilter
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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.
Problem Examples
Example 1: Only prefilter has been loaded (no filter)
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Example 2: Only filter has been loaded (no prefilter)
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Example 3: Filter has been loaded in a peeled back state
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Example 4: Prefilter's securing lip is not firmly locked into
groove of cleaner housing
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OPERATION

CAUTION:
To connect attachments,
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twist-insert attachment in direction of arrow to
ensure secure
disconnect attachment,
direction of arrow.
If attachment is twisted in the opposite direction,
when being connected or disconnected, capsule
may become loose.
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such as
connection during use.
twist-extract
Cleaning (Suction)
Nozzle
Attach the nozzle to clean off tables, desks, furniture, etc.
Nozzle slips on easily.
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Nozzle + Extension wand (Straight pipe)
The extension wand fits in between the nozzle and the
cleaner itself. This arrangement is convenient for
cleaning a floor while standing erect.
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Corner nozzle
Fit on the corner nozzle for cleaning corners and
crevices of a car or furniture.
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Corner nozzle +Extension wand (Straight pipe)
In tight quarters where the cleaner itself cannot squeeze
in, or in high places hard to reach, use this arrangement.
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Cleaning without nozzle
You can pick up powder and dust without nozzle.
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MAINTENANCE

CAUTION:
Always be sure that the tool is switched off before
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attempting to perform inspection or maintenance.
Cleaning
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From time to time wipe off the outside (cleaner body) of
the cleaner using a cloth dampened in soapy water.
Clean out also the suction opening, dust bag/dust pack
mounting area and the dust stopper.
CAUTION:
Never
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Discoloration or cracks may result.
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Wash the filter in soapy water when it is clogged with
dust and the cleaner power becomes small. Dry it out
thoroughly before use. An insufficiently dried filter may
nozzle,
cause poor suction and shorten the service life of the
motor.
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Do not blow dust stlicking on the cleaner by air duster. It
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brings dust into the housing and causes failure.
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use gasoline, thinner or the like.