Makita PM001G Instruction Manual page 20

NOTE: Depending on the conditions of use and the
ambient temperature, the indication may differ slightly
from the actual capacity.
NOTE: The first (far left) indicator lamp will blink when
the battery protection system works.
Machine/battery protection system
The machine is equipped with a machine/battery
protection system. This system automatically cuts off
power to the motor to extend machine and battery life.
The machine will automatically stop during operation if
the machine or battery is placed under one of the fol-
lowing conditions:
Overload protection
When the machine or battery is operated in a manner
that causes it to draw an abnormally high current,
the machine automatically stops and the main power
lamp blinks in green. In this situation, turn the machine
off and stop the application that caused the machine
to become overloaded. Then turn the machine on to
restart.
Overheat protection
When the machine is overheated, the machine stops
automatically and the main power lamp lights up in red.
In this case, let the machine and battery cool before
turning the machine on again.
NOTE: The main power lamp blinks in red when the
battery is overheated.
Overdischarge protection
When the battery capacity is not enough, the machine
stops automatically and the main power lamp blinks in
red. In this case, remove the battery from the machine
and charge the battery or change the battery to fully
charged one.
Protections against other causes
Protection system is also designed for other causes that
could damage the machine and allows the machine to
stop automatically. Take all the following steps to clear
the causes, when the machine has been brought to a
temporary halt or stop in operation.
1. Turn the machine off, and then turn it on again to
restart.
2. Charge the battery(ies) or replace it/them with
recharged battery(ies).
3. Let the machine and battery(ies) cool down.
If no improvement can be found by restoring protection
system, then contact your local Makita Service Center.
NOTICE:
If the machine stops due to a cause
not described above, refer to the section for
troubleshooting.
Main power switch
WARNING:
Always turn off the main power
switch when not in use.
To turn on the machine, press the main power switch.
The lamps light up in green. To turn off, press and hold
the main power switch until the lamps go off.
► Fig.19: 1. Speed indicator 2. Main power switch
The speed can be changed in three levels. To change
the speed mode, press the main power switch. When
you change the speed mode, the corresponding speed
indicators light up.
NOTE: The machine employs the auto power-off
function. To avoid unintentional start up, the main
power switch will automatically shut down when the
machine is not operated for a certain period after the
main power switch is turned on.
NOTE: If the main power lamp lights up in red or
blinks in red or green, refer to the instructions for
machine/battery protection system.
Switch action
WARNING:
tridge into the machine, always check to see that
the switch trigger actuates properly and returns
to the "OFF" position when released.
To start the machine, pull the switch trigger while pulling
the activation lever. The speed increases by increas-
ing pressure on the switch trigger. Release the switch
trigger to stop.
► Fig.20: 1. Switch trigger 2. Activation lever
Opening and closing the levers
The machine is equipped with three levers.
Nozzle lever
The nozzle lever is used for blowing mist. Normally,
close the nozzle lever, and open the nozzle lever only
when blowing mist.
► Fig.21: 1. Closed 2. Open
Draining lever
The draining lever is used for draining the liquid in the
tank. When operating the machine, always close the
lever.
► Fig.22: 1. Closed 2. Open
Tank lever
The tank lever is used when replacing the filter. When
operating the machine, always open the lever.
► Fig.23: 1. Closed 2. Open
Feed amount adjustment knob
You can adjust the amount of liquid fed to the end
nozzle. To feed the maximum amount of liquid, turn the
knob so that "4" is aligned with the triangular mark. To
feed the minimum amount of liquid, turn the knob so
that "1" is aligned with the triangular mark.
► Fig.24: 1. Feed amount adjustment knob
2. Triangular mark
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Before installing the battery car-