Makita HW001G Instruction Manual page 24

Strainer assembly
► Fig.29: 1. Hose band 2. Filter case
Water hose connector
► Fig.30: 1. Water hose connector
After use
CAUTION:
After operating the high pressure
washer, always perform the procedure described
in this manual. Residual pressure in the trigger gun
or high pressure washer can cause personal injury or
damage to the pump inside.
1. Turn off the machine, and remove the nozzle from
the trigger gun.
2.
Close the faucet and disconnect the water hose
from the high pressure washer.
► Fig.31
3. Switch on the high pressure washer again.
4. Squeeze the trigger until the remaining water in
the high pressure washer is discharged.
► Fig.32
NOTICE:
Do not run the motor for longer than
1 minute.
5. Switch off the high pressure washer and remove
the battery cartridges.
► Fig.33: 1. Battery cartridge
6. Disconnect the high-pressure hose from the trig-
ger gun and the high pressure washer.
► Fig.34: 1. Trigger gun 2. High-pressure hose
NOTICE:
To prevent the high-pressure hose from
being damaged, drain the remaining water in the
hose before storing.
7. Hold the machine with both hands, and drain the
remaining water inside of the machine by tilting the
machine as shown in the figure.
► Fig.35
MAINTENANCE &
STORAGE
WARNING:
Always be sure that all the battery
cartridges are removed from the machine before
storing or carrying the machine or attempting to
perform inspection or maintenance.
NOTICE:
Never use gasoline, benzine, thinner,
alcohol or the like. Discoloration, deformation or
cracks may result.
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.
Carrying the machine
CAUTION:
Before carrying the machine with
both hands, make sure that the handle is folded
completely.
When carrying the machine, hold the machine firmly
with both hands by holding the handle with one hand
and the bottom grip with the other hand.
► Fig.36: 1. Handle 2. Bottom grip
You can also carry the machine using the wheels of
machine. Be sure to extend the handle by pressing the
lock-off button before carrying the machine.
► Fig.37: 1. Lock-off button 2. Handle
► Fig.38
CAUTION:
Do not apply excessive force by
leaning on the extended handle. If the handle
comes off, you may fall over and be injured.
NOTICE:
Make sure that the handle is fully
extended and the lock-off button is returned to its
original position before carrying the machine.
► Fig.39: 1. Lock-off button
Cleaning the nozzle
NOTICE:
Do not remove dirt or debris forcibly.
This may result in personal injury or damage to the
ejection hole causing deviated jet angles or poor
performance.
Use the cleaner pin to remove dirt from or unclog the
nozzle.
► Fig.40: 1. Cleaner pin
NOTE: To maintain the optimal performance, clean
the nozzle periodically.
Cleaning the filter
Detach the water hose connector and remove dirt and
debris from the inside of the filter.
► Fig.41: 1. Water hose connector 2. Filter 3. Sealing
ring
When using the strainer assembly, take the filter out of
the filter case and remove dirt and debris.
► Fig.42: 1. Filter 2. Filter case
NOTE: To maintain the optimal performance, clean
the filter periodically.
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