Troubleshooting - Makita DCL280F Instruction Manual

Cleaner body
From time to time wipe off the outside (cleaner body) of
the cleaner using a cloth dampened in soapy water.
Clean out also the suction opening and filter mounting
area.
► Fig.30
High performance filter
Wash the filter in soapy water when it is clogged with
dust and the cleaner power becomes weak. Dry it out
thoroughly before use.
► Fig.31
HEPA filter
Optional accessory
NOTICE:
Do not rub or scratch the HEPA filter
with hard objects such as a brush and a paddle.
Clogged HEPA filter cause poor suction performance.
Clean out the filter from time to time.
Occasionally wash the HEPA filter in water, rinse and
dry thoroughly in the shade before use. Never wash the
filter in a washing machine.
► Fig.32

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.
CYCLONE ATTACHMENT
Optional accessory
► Fig.35: 1. Release button 2. Hook 3. Straight pipe
4. Cyclone attachment 5. Suction inlet
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.
Sponge filter
When the sponge filter becomes dirty, clean it as
follows.
1.
2.
3.
you wash it, dry it out thoroughly before use.
4.
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
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 discharged?
Is the battery cartridge discharged?
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
Remove the filter.
Pull out the sponge filter from between the pillars.
Clean the sponge filter by tapping or washing. If
Insert the sponge filter between the pillars and set
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.
CAUTION:
Always be sure that the tool is
CAUTION:
Clean the mesh filter of the
Fixing method