Children shall not play with the appliance. Cleaning and user maintenance shall not be made by children without supervision. SPECIFICATIONS Model: DCL281F Capacity 750 mL Continuous use 1 (Normal speed mode) Approx. 50 min...
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Do not expose to rain. Store indoors. ADDITIONAL SAFETY RULES Do not allow to be used as a toy. Close attention is necessary when used by or near This appliance is intended for household use. children. Read this instruction manual and the charger Use only as described in this manual.
Failure to hold the tool and the battery cartridge firmly may causing fires, personal injury and damage. It will cause them to slip off your hands and result in damage to also void the Makita warranty for the Makita tool and the tool and battery cartridge and a personal injury. charger. Tips for maintaining maximum battery life Charge the battery cartridge before completely discharged.
Battery protection system NOTE: Depending on the conditions of use and the ambient temperature, the indication may differ slightly from the actual capacity. The tool is equipped with a tool/battery protection sys- tem. This system automatically cuts off power to the Switch action motor to extend tool and battery life.
ASSEMBLY CAUTION: Always be sure that the tool is switched off and the battery cartridge is removed before carrying out any work on the tool. Parts description Optional accessory High performance filter and stay and sponge filter ► 1 . Stay Disposing of dust CAUTION: Empty the cleaner before it...
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Remove accumulated dust from the inside of capsule and high performance filter. ► 1 . Securing lip NOTICE: Always be sure to check that high perfor- ► 1 . Capsule 2. High performance filter mance filter is loaded correctly prior to using cleaner. Twist high performance filter in direction of arrow to If they are not loaded correctly, dust will get into the unfasten securing lip from cleaner unit and then pull off motor housing, and cause motor failure.
Installing or removing stay / HEPA filter Optional accessory For the stay and sponge filter To remove the stay, push up the bottom part of pillars of the stay with your fingers and release its groove from the protrusion on the cleaner. After that, remove the sponge filter. ► 1 . HEPA filter 2. High performance filter OPERATION ► 1 .
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To install the nozzle, twist and insert it securely to the NOTE: When installing the extension wand, be suction inlet of the cleaner or the end of extension sure to align the release button with the hook wand. To disconnect, twist and remove it. on the extension wand.
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. After use NOTICE: Putting the cleaner against the wall without any other support cause the cleaner to fall down and be damaged.
HEPA filter Cleaning Optional accessory NOTICE: Never use gasoline, benzine, thinner, NOTICE: Do not rub or scratch the HEPA filter alcohol or the like. Discoloration, deformation or with hard objects such as a brush and a paddle. cracks may result. NOTICE: Clogged HEPA filter cause poor suction performance.
Insert the sponge filter between the pillars and set Wall mount for cordless cleaner it in the original position. Make sure that each bottom edge of the pillar holds down the sponge filter, and Optional accessory there is no gap between the sponge filter and suction opening. 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...
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.