Makita DUB185 Instruction Manual page 12

Switch action
WARNING:
Before installing the battery car-
tridge into the machine, always check to see that
the switch trigger actuates properly and returns
to the "OFF" position when released.
► Fig.8: 1. Switch trigger
To start the machine, simply pull the switch trigger. The
speed is increased by increasing pressure on the switch
trigger. Release the switch trigger to stop.
NOTICE:
If the machine has been operated con-
tinuously until the battery has become empty, rest
the machine for at least 15 minutes before operat-
ing the machine with a fresh battery.
NOTE: When you start pulling the switch trigger, elec-
tronic sound may be emitted from the machine, but it
does not mean a malfunction of the machine.
Speed adjusting dial
► Fig.9: 1. Speed adjusting dial
The speed can be changed by turning the speed adjust-
ing dial to a given number setting from 1 to 3. Higher
speed is obtained when the dial is turned in the direc-
tion of number 3. And lower speed is obtained when it is
turned in the direction of number 1.
Refer to the table for the relationship between the num-
ber settings on the dial and the speed.
Number
3
2
1
NOTICE:
When turning the dial, be sure to com-
pletely release the switch trigger. Otherwise, the
machine may be damaged.
OPERATION
ground while it is switched on. Sand or dust may
enter from suction inlet and cause a malfunction or
personal injury.
Blower operation
operation, be sure to remove the dust bag from
the machine, and attach the nozzle in place for
blowing.
Hold the machine firmly with a hand and perform the
blowing operation by moving it around slowly. When
blowing around building, big stone or vehicle, direct the
nozzle away from them. When performing an operation
in a corner, start from the corner and then move to wide
area.
For DUB185
► Fig.10
For DUB186
► Fig.11
Vacuuming operation
operation, be sure to attach the dust bag and
Speed
nozzle in place to the machine.
High
wear or deterioration.
Medium
Low
the dust bag before operating the machine.
before opening or fastening the fastener of the
dust bag.
NOTICE:
ation, do not use the garden nozzle. The materials
sucked may be clogged, and cause a malfunction of
the machine.
NOTICE:
wet leaves, and foreign materials, such as large
wood chips, metals, glass, pebbles, etc., to be
sucked into the machine. Otherwise, a malfunction
may occur.
NOTICE:
full. Otherwise, a malfunction may occur.
Hold the machine with both hands. While operating the
machine, adjust the switch trigger so that the suction
force is appropriate for the work location and conditions.
► Fig.12
Empty the dust bag before it becomes too full by remov-
ing the dust bag from the machine, and then removing
the fastener.
► Fig.13: 1. Fastener
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CAUTION:
Do not place the machine on the
CAUTION:
When performing the blower
CAUTION:
When performing the vacuuming
CAUTION:
Check the dust bag frequently for
CAUTION:
Be sure to fasten the fastener of
CAUTION:
Always switch off the machine
When performing the vacuuming oper-
Do not allow wet materials, such as
Empty the dust bag before it becomes