Harness Cover; Operation - Makita VC012G Instruction Manual

NOTICE:
When the filter bag is already full,
replace with new one. When the dust bag is
already full, empty it. Continuous use with the filter
bag/dust bag full results in reduced suction power.
NOTICE:
To prevent dust from getting into the
motor:
— Make sure that the filter bag/dust bag is
installed before use.
— Do not use a broken or ripped bag.
Otherwise the motor may be broken.
NOTICE:
Do not fold the cardboard at its open-
ing when installing the filter bag/dust bag.
NOTICE:
The filter bag/dust bag for the cleaner
is an important component for maintaining the
appliance performance. Using non-genuine filter
bag/dust bag may cause smoke or ignition.
NOTE: When the filter bag/dust bag is not installed in
the cleaner, the front cover does not close completely.
► Fig.24
1. Unlock the lever and open the front cover.
► Fig.25: 1. Lever 2. Front cover
2. Insert the filter bag into the slit on the upper side of
the room as illustrated.
► Fig.26: 1. Slit 2. Filter bag
When using the dust bag, insert the brim of the dust bag
into the slit.
► Fig.27: 1. Slit 2. Brim 3. Dust bag
3. Align the hole of the filter bag with the hose cuff
and push the cardboard portion to the end. Make sure
that the rubber ring on the filter bag goes over the rim
on the hose cuff.
► Fig.28: 1. Rubber ring on the filter bag 2. Rim on
the hose cuff 3. Cardboard portion of the
filter bag 4. Hose cuff
4. Lock the front cover certainly.
CAUTION:
Be careful not to pinch your fin-
gers when hooking the latch, and when closing
the front cover.

Harness cover

Optional accessory
When using the harness cover, follow the procedure
below to attach it.
NOTE: When installing the harness cover, do not
mistake the front and back of the harness cover.
NOTE: The harness cover is washable. Follow the
washing instructions on the tag.
► Fig.29
1. Spread the harness cover on the harness.
► Fig.30
2. Secure the harness shoulder straps with the hook
and loop fasteners of the harness cover. Hook the band
of the harness cover on the harness.
► Fig.31

OPERATION

WARNING:
instructed on the use of the vacuum cleaner.
WARNING:
able for picking up hazardous dust.
CAUTION:
This cleaner is for dry use only.
CAUTION:
During operation, be conscious
of the vacuum cleaner on your back. You may
lose your balance if the vacuum cleaner body bumps
against a wall or the hose is hooked by an obstacle.
1. Shoulder the vacuum cleaner body and fas-
ten upper and lower belts. Adjust the tightness as
necessary.
► Fig.32
2. Press button to start vacuuming. If you want
to change the suction power, press
desired suction power is selected. Press
stop.
► Fig.33
During the operation, hook the switch box on the lower
belt or the D-ring.
► Fig.34: 1. D-ring 2. Lower belt
3. Replace the filter bag when it becomes full. Open
the front cover and take out the filter bag. Pull the strip
on the side of the opening to shut the filter bag and
dispose of the filter bag in whole.
► Fig.35: 1. Strip
When using a dust bag, take out the dust bag and dis-
pose of the dust by releasing the latch.
► Fig.36: 1. Latch
NOTICE:
Do not put filter bag/dust bag or other
heavy objects on the front cover. The appliance
may fall down.
NOTICE:
Periodically check the filter bag
whether the filter is full or not. Continuous use with
the filter bag full results in reduced suction power.
NOTICE:
Do not use a used filter bag. The filter
bag is designed for single use. Using filter bag repeat-
edly may cause clogging of the filter and results in
damage to the cleaner. If you want to use the bag
repeatedly, use a dust bag.
20 ENGLISH
Operators shall be adequately
This vacuum cleaner is not suit-
button until the
button to