Maintenance - Makita VC010G Instruction Manual

Normal cleaning operation
1. Hold the handle, and then unlock the upright position.
2. Turn on the appliance. Clean a floor.
► Fig.26
Using the side brush
The side brush is convenient for cleaning the corner of
a wall.
If the side brush gets short, take the appliance to the
Makita service center for replacement.
► Fig.27: 1. Side brush
Operation with accessories
CAUTION:
Keep holding the handle when
using accessories. Otherwise the appliance may
accidentally fall and cause injury.
NOTICE:
When using accessories, lock the
appliance in upright position. Otherwise the rota-
tion of the brushroll may damage the floor.
Using the aluminum pipe
The aluminum pipe is suitable for cleaning tight quar-
ters, or high places.
► Fig.28: 1. Aluminum pipe
Using the hose
The hose is suitable for cleaning near your hands.
► Fig.29: 1. Hose
To use the hose, pull out the hose from the aluminum
pipe while pushing the lever.
► Fig.30: 1. Lever
To install the hose, insert the hose into the aluminum
pipe until it clicks.
► Fig.31
Using the attachments
► Fig.32
To install the attachment, twist and insert it securely to the
aluminum pipe or the hose. To disconnect, twist and remove it.

MAINTENANCE

CAUTION:
Always be sure that the appli-
ance is switched off and the battery cartridge is
removed before 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.
Storage
When storing, remove the battery cartridge and store
the appliance on level place in upright position.
► Fig.33
Cleaning the appliance body
From time to time wipe off the outside of the cleaner
(cleaner body) using a cloth dampened in soapy water.
► Fig.34
Cleaning the HEPA filter
CAUTION:
Do not use the cleaner without a
filter or continue to use dirty or damaged filter.
Vacuumed dust or particles may be exhausted
from the cleaner and they may cause respiratory
disease to the operator.
NOTICE:
To keep optimum suction power and
clean exhaust, clean the filter periodically. If
enough suction power is not obtained even after
the cleaning, replace the filter with new one.
NOTICE:
To prevent the filter from being dam-
aged, do not use following tools and similar items
for cleaning:
— Air duster
— High pressure washer
Tools made of hard materials such as a wire
—
brush
1. Open the dust box cover and take out the filter
bag.
Release the hooks on the filter and remove the filter
from the appliance body.
► Fig.35: 1. Hook
2. Beat the dust off from the filter. The filter can be
washed with water. Rinse away the dust and particles
on the filter every 1 or 2 months. After that, dry the filter
completely in a shaded and well-ventilated place to
prevent unpleasant odor or malfunctions.
3.
To install the filter, insert the side without the
hooks into the groove, then push in the filter until the
hooks are secured with a click.
► Fig.36: 1. Groove 2. HEPA filter 3. Hook
Cleaning the brushroll
1. Remove the bottom plate, and then remove the
brushroll.
If the hair of the brushroll gets short, ask the Makita
service center for new one.
Operating the appliance with the short hair brushroll
results in poor dust collecting.
► Fig.37: 1. Bottom plate 2. Brushroll
2. Remove threads and hairs from the brushroll
using scissors.
Remove the cap and clean debris.
► Fig.38: 1. Cap
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