Cleaning The Filters; Cleaning The Side Brush - Makita VS001G Instruction Manual

9. Fit a main brush into mounting area of the appliance, in the
direction indicated by the arrow in the figure, and secure it in place.
Fig.58
NOTE: If the shapes of the ends do not match, you
will not be able to mount the main brush. In this case,
go back to step 7 and redo the process.
10. In like manner, mount the other main brush.
Fig.59
CAUTION:
After mounting the main brushes,
check that the shapes are correctly engaged.
NOTE: If the main brushes are worn down to a
shorter length, replace them.

Cleaning the side brush

For the procedure for mounting and removing the side
brush, refer to "Attaching and removing the side brush."
1. Remove the side brush.
2. Shake off dust, and wash the brush with water if it
is very dirty. After washing, leave the brush to dry in the
shade; do not use it until it is completely dry.
Fig.60
3. Mount the side brush.
NOTE: If the side brush is worn down to a shorter
length, replace it.

Cleaning the filters

CAUTION:
Make sure the filters are mounted
properly, and do not use the appliance when the
filters are not in place. Also, do not use filters that
are damaged or wet. Motor burnout or a breakdown
may result.
NOTICE:
The filters can be washed and reused.
To prevent damage to the filters, do not use the
following items when cleaning them.
— Air dusters
— High-pressure washers
— Brushes made of hard materials such as metal
1. Remove the waste container.
2. While pushing on the hook of the prefilter in the
direction indicated by the arrow in the figure, remove
the prefilter.
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Fig.61
► 1 . Prefilter 2. Hook
3.
While pushing on the hooks of the HEPA filter
in the direction indicated by the arrows in the figure,
remove the HEPA filter.
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Fig.62
► 1 . HEPA filter 2. Hook
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