Cleaning The Hepa Filter; Maintenance - Makita DVC660 Instruction Manual

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 open-
ing to shut the filter bag and dispose of the filter bag in whole.
► 1 . Strip
When using a dust bag, take out the dust bag and dis-
pose of the dust by releasing the latch.
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► 1 . Latch
NOTICE:
Do not put filter bag/dust bag or other
heavy objects on the lid. The appliance may fall
down.
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. Using filter bag repeat-
edly may cause clogging of the filter and results in
damage to the cleaner. If you want to use the bag
repeatedly, use a dust bag.

MAINTENANCE

CAUTION:
Always be sure that the appli-
ance 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:
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.
1 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/dust bag.
Release the hook on the filter and remove it from the
vacuum cleaner body.
► 1 . Hook
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.
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Do not use the vacuum cleaner
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