Makita VS001G Instruction Manual page 21

Using a multifunction adapter
Optional accessory
Attaching a multifunction adapter makes it possible to
mount a Makpac or portable power pack.
CAUTION:
Properly secure the multifunction
adapter in place using the supplied screws.
CAUTION:
Properly secure the Makpac or
portable power pack in place by using the latches
or hooks on the multifunction adapter.
CAUTION:
Do not place objects weighting
more than 20 kg (44 lbs) or more on the multifunc-
tion adapter.
CAUTION:
Do not use the handle of a Makpac
or portable power pack mounted on the multifunc-
tion adapter to transport or operate the appliance.
Doing so may cause accidents.
CAUTION:
Do not stand the appliance on its
end when a Makpac or portable power pack is
mounted on the multifunction adapter. Doing so
may damage the locking mechanism of the multifunc-
tion adapter, and the Makpac or portable power pack
may fall off.
Attaching the multifunction adapter
1. Align the protrusions on the left and right of the
multifunction adapter with the mounting grooves on the
appliance and attach the multifunction adapter.
► Fig.37: 1. Protrusion 2. Groove 3. Multifunction
adapter
If it is difficult to mount the multifunction adapter, loosen
the handle lock lever on the appliance. When loosen the
handle lock lever, fold down the handle to prevent the
handle from falling over, and then mount the multifunc-
tion adapter.
2.
Tighten the four screws to secure the multifunction
adapter in place.
► Fig.38: 1. Screws
Removing the multifunction adapter
Reverse the steps of the attachment procedure.
Names of parts of multifunction adapter
► Fig.39: 1. Securing latch (for Makpac) 2. Hooks A
(for PDC01 / PDC1200 / PDC1500) 3. Hook
B (for PDC1200 / PDC1500) 4. Hooks C (for
PDC01)
Mounting a Makpac
CAUTION:
Do not exceed the height 315 mm
(12-3/8") when mounting the Makpac.
Firmly fit the two securing latches on the left and right
into the mounting notches of the Makpac to secure the
Makpac in place.
► Fig.40: 1. Makpac 2. Securing latches
Removing a Makpac
Disengage the two securing latches on the left and right
and remove the Makpac.
Mounting a portable power pack
CAUTION:
Do not use the appliance with the
portable power pack on your back.
CAUTION:
When mounting a portable power
pack on the multifunction adapter, make sure the
cord of the portable power pack is arranged prop-
erly. Otherwise sagging cord may be scraped by the
floor and disconnection, smoke, or fire result.
1. Fit the bottom edge of the portable power pack
onto hooks A and secure it in place with hook B or
hook C. Confirm that the portable power pack does not
detach from the appliance by lifting up the handle of the
portable power pack lightly.
• PDC1200 / PDC1500
Fit the bottom edge of the portable power pack onto hooks
A and secure it in place with hook B. Confirm that the
portable power pack does not detach from the appliance
by lifting up the handle of the portable power pack lightly.
If the red indicator of the lock button is visible, the porta-
ble power pack is not completely locked.
► Fig.41: 1. Portable power pack 2. Hooks A 3. Hook
B 4. Lock button 5. Red indicator
• PDC01
Fit the bottom edge of the portable power pack onto hooks
A and secure it in place with hooks C. Hook B is not used.
► Fig.42: 1. Portable power pack 2. Hooks A
3. Hooks C
2. Align the triangle marks on the socket of the porta-
ble power pack and the plug of the adapter (for the XGT
battery) and fit them together firmly as far as they will go.
► Fig.43: 1. Socket of portable power pack 2. Plug of
adapter (for XGT battery) 3. Triangle marks
3.
Open the battery box cover.
► Fig.44: 1. Battery box cover
4. As shown in the figure, arrange the cord so it
passes through the groove in the multifunction adapter
and the battery box. Align the adapter (for the XGT
battery) with the groove in the battery insertion opening,
and insert the adapter until it clicks into place.
► Fig.45: 1. Groove in multifunction adapter
2. Groove in battery box 3. Adapter (for XGT
battery)
5. Close the battery box cover.
Removing a portable power pack
PDC1200 / PDC1500
1. Remove the plug of the adapter (for the XGT
battery) from the socket of the portable power pack and
remove the cord.
NOTICE:
Do not pull the cord when removing
from the plug of adapter. Also, do not carry the
portable power pack by holding only the cord.
The cord may break or otherwise be damaged.
2. While holding down the lock button of the portable
power pack, raise the handle of the portable power pack.
► Fig.46: 1. Portable power pack 2. Lock button
3. Handle
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