Parts Description - Makita DCL280F Instruction Manual

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
► Fig.6: 1. Capsule 2. High performance filter 3. Stay
and sponge filter
Prefilter or high performance filter
and HEPA filter
► Fig.7: 1. Capsule 2. Prefilter 3. High performance
filter 4. HEPA filter
NOTICE:
Do not use the high performance filter
with the filter (optional accessory). The high perfor-
mance filter may become unremovable from the cleaner.
NOTE: When using the optional prefilter and filter with
the HEPA filter, use only the prefilter over the HEPA
filter. If you use prefilter and filter with the HEPA filter
at the same time, the suction power may be reduced.
NOTE: When using the HEPA filter with the high perfor-
mance filter, use the high performance filter with the stay.
► Fig.8: 1. Stay
Disposing of dust
CAUTION:
Empty the cleaner before it
becomes too full, or the suction force weakens.
CAUTION:
Be sure to empty the inside of the
cleaner itself of dust. Failure to do so may cause the
filter to be clogged or the motor to be damaged.
In order to drop dust sticking on the filter in the capsule,
tap the capsule 4 or 5 times with your hand.
► Fig.9: 1. Capsule 2. Suction inlet
Point suction inlet downwards, turn capsule in direction of
arrow in diagram, and disconnect capsule slowly and straight.
► Fig.10: 1. Capsule 2. Suction inlet
NOTE: Dust may spill out when capsule is opened, so
be sure to set a garbage bag beneath capsule.
Remove accumulated dust from the inside of capsule
and high performance filter.
► Fig.11: 1. Capsule 2. High performance filter
Twist high performance filter in direction of arrow to unfas-
ten securing lip from cleaner unit and then pull off the filter.
► Fig.12: 1. Securing lip
NOTE: When using the prefilter, also follow the pro-
cedure above.
Clean out the fine dust and lightly tap to dislodge dust
from high performance filter.
Reassembly
Connect high performance filter. At this time, make sure
to twist high performance filter so that securing lip is
firmly locked into the cleaner unit.
► Fig.13: 1. High performance filter
► Fig.14: 1. Securing lip
NOTICE:
Always be sure to check that high perfor-
mance filter is 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 problem as described later occurs, high per-
formance filter is not loaded correctly. Reload them
correctly to rectify problem.
Attach the capsule. Align the mark on capsule with the
mark on the handle and then firmly twist capsule in the
direction of arrow until it is secured.
► Fig.15: 1. Mark 2. Handle 3. Capsule
NOTE: Always remove dust ahead of time, as suction
power will be reduced if there is too much dust in
cleaner.
Problem Example
The securing lip of high performance filter is not firmly
locked into groove of cleaner housing.
► Fig.16: 1. Securing lip 2. Groove of cleaner housing
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.
► Fig.17: 1. Stay 2. Sponge filter
To install, align the grooves on the stay with the protru-
sion on the cleaner and push until it clicks.
Insert the sponge filter between the pillars and set it in
the original position.
For the HEPA filter
When installing the HEPA filter, fit the groove of the
HEPA filter with the protrusion on the cleaner. Then, put
the prefilter or the high performance filter on the HEPA
filter and twist it to secure. To remove, follow the instal-
lation procedure in reverse.
► Fig.18: 1. HEPA filter 2. Prefilter
► Fig.19: 1. HEPA filter 2. High performance filter
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