Makita VC3211M Technical Manual page 12

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[3] DISASSEMBLY/ ASSEMBLY
[3]-5. Bumper
DISASSEMBLING
Pry Bumper off from Tank with a slotted screwdriver. (Fig. 36)
ASSEMBLING
Assemble by reversing the disassembly procedure.
Note: Make sure that there is no gap between Bumper and Base.
[3]-6. Inlet section
ASSEMBLING
Install the parts of Inlet section onto Tank as shown in Fig. 37.
Note: Make sure O ring 56 is installed on Holder before installing
Inlet onto Holder.
[3]-7. Checking automatic self-cleaning filter system
After repair is complete, be sure to check if the automatic
self-cleaning system works properly as follows:
(1) Turn Motor section upside down and place it on a workbench
as shown in Fig. 38.
(2) Switch on the machine.
(3) Make sure that two Filter units collapse then expand
alternately every 10 seconds.
Fig. 36
Bumper
Tank
Fig. 37
4x28 Tapping screw (3 pcs)
Holder plate
Tank
Fig. 38
Filter unit
P 12/18
Holder
O ring 56
Inlet