Troubleshooting; Optional Accessories - Makita DCL281F Instruction Manual

Sponge filter
When the sponge filter becomes dirty, clean it as
follows.
1. Remove the filter.
2.
Pull out the sponge filter from between the pillars.
3.
Clean the sponge filter by tapping or washing. If
you wash it, dry it out thoroughly before use.
4. Insert the sponge filter between the pillars and set
it in the original position. Make sure that each bottom
edge of the pillar holds down the sponge filter, and
there is no gap between the sponge filter and suction
opening.
► Fig.33: 1. Sponge filter 2. Bottom edge of pillar

Troubleshooting

Before asking for repairs, check the following points.
Symptom
Weak suction power
Not working
CAUTION:
Do not attempt to repair the cleaner by yourself.
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
• Filter
• Prefilter
• High performance filter
• HEPA filter
• Makita genuine battery and charger
• Free nozzle
• Seat nozzle
• Crevice nozzle
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, where the wall mount
for cordless cleaner can be firmly secured. Always be
sure that the wall mount for cordless cleaner is securely
attached before hanging the cleaner.
► Fig.34: 1. Wall mount for cordless cleaner
mount violently or hang other appliances than the
cleaner.
Area to be investigated
Is the capsule full of dust?
Is the filter clogged?
Is the battery cartridge exhausted ?
Is the battery cartridge exhausted ?
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NOTE: Some items in the list may be included in the
tool package as standard accessories. They may
differ from country to country.
Cyclone attachment
► Fig.35: 1. Release button 2. Hook 3. Straight pipe
About the cyclone attachment
Using the cleaner with the cyclone attachment installed
reduces the amount of dust that enters the capsule,
which helps to prevent the suction force from weaken-
ing. In addition, cleaning after use is also simple.
switched off and the battery cartridge is removed
before carrying out any work on the tool. If the
battery cartridge is left inserted, the cleaner may start
unexpectedly and result in injury.
cyclone attachment and the filters of the cleaner
unit when they become clogged. Continued use in
the clogged condition may result in heating or smoke.
14 ENGLISH
CAUTION:
Do not hang the cleaner to the wall
Empty the capsule of dust.
Clean or wash the filter.
Charge the battery cartridge.
Charge the battery cartridge.
Wall mount for cordless cleaner
Cyclone attachment
4. Cyclone attachment 5. Suction inlet
CAUTION:
Always be sure that the tool is
CAUTION:
Clean the mesh filter of the
Fixing method