Operation - Makita DCL286F Instruction Manual

When using attachment without lock
function
To install attachment without lock func-
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tion, insert it into the suction inlet of the cleaner
by twisting it as shown in the figure. To detach
attachment, release it from the cleaner by twist-
ing it as shown in the figure. Avoid twisting the
attachment in the direction opposite to the arrow
in the figure as it may loosen the cyclone unit.
► Fig.9

OPERATION

Do not move your face close to
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the air vent when operating the cleaner. If foreign
objects are blown into eyes, it may result in personal
injury.
Avoid using the cleaner in a horizontal
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or upward facing position. It may otherwise cause
the mesh filter to become clogged.
Always use the cleaner with filters
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installed. Using the cleaner without filters may result
in a motor malfunction.
Empty the dust case in the cyclone unit
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when dust has accumulated. Continuing use will
result in weakened suction force.
The cyclone unit helps reduce the amount of dust that
enters into the cleaner, enhancing the suction perfor-
mance with simple and easy dust disposing.
Cleaning (Suction)
Nozzle
With 250 mL dust case only
Attach the nozzle to clean off tables, desks, furniture,
etc. The nozzle slips on easily.
► Fig.10: 1. Nozzle
Nozzle + Extension wand (Straight pipe)
The extension wand fits in between the nozzle and the
cleaner itself. This arrangement is convenient for clean-
ing a floor in a standing position.
► Fig.11: 1. Cleaner body 2. Extension wand (Straight
pipe) 3. Nozzle
Sash nozzle
Fit on the sash nozzle for cleaning corners and crevices
of a car or furniture.
► Fig.12: 1. Sash nozzle 2. Cleaner body
You can store the sash nozzle in the nozzle holder.
► Fig.13: 1. Nozzle holder 2. Sash nozzle
Be careful not to trap finger(s)
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between the sash nozzle and the nozzle holder.
Trapping finger(s) may cause injury.
Sash nozzle + Extension wand
(Straight pipe)
In tight quarters where the cleaner itself cannot
squeeze in, or in high places hard to reach, use this
arrangement.
► Fig.14: 1. Sash nozzle 2. Extension wand (Straight
pipe) 3. Cleaner body
Cleaning without nozzle
With 250 mL dust case only
You can pick up powder and dust without nozzle.
► Fig.15
For picking up dust on a floor in a standing position, it is
convenient to attach the extension wand to the cleaner.
► Fig.16: 1. Extension wand (Straight pipe)
Disposing of dust
Empty the dust case before it
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becomes too full, or the suction force weakens.
Be careful not to trap finger(s)
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between the dust case and cyclone body when
reassembling.
Dispose of accumulated dust as follows before it
exceeds the dust disposal line.
1.
Point the cleaner head downwards, hold the dust
case firmly, and then pull it apart from the cyclone body
while pressing and holding the release buttons on both
sides of the dust case.
► Fig.17: 1. Dust disposal line 2. Dust case
3. Release buttons 4. Mesh filter
2.
Empty the dust case and clean the adhered dust
off the mesh filter.
► Fig.18
3.
Place the dust case back onto the cyclone body to
secure it in place with clicks.
► Fig.19: 1. Dust case 2. Release buttons 3. Cyclone
body
The dust may fly up when dis-
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posed out of the dust case. Be careful not to let
the dust get into your eyes.
When the dust case becomes dirty,
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remove and wash it with water. Dry the dust case
thoroughly before reassembly and use.
Make sure all the attachments and
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components are secured in place properly before
use.
If the suction force does not recover
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even after disposing of the dust and cleaning the
mesh filter, check whether dust has accumulated
inside the cyclone body or clogging has occurred.
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