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INSTRUCTION MANUAL Cordless High Pressure Washer DHW080 Read before use.
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WARNING Machines shall not be used by children. Children should be • supervised to ensure that they do not play with the machine. This machine is not intended for use by persons (including chil- • dren) with reduced physical, sensory, or mental capabilities, or lack of experience and knowledge.
According to EN12729 (BA), the appliance can also be con- nected to the mains drinking water supply if a backflow preventer valve with drain facility is installed in the supply hose. SPECIFICATIONS Model: DHW080 Max. feed volume 6.3 L/min Water flow rate High mode 5.5 L/min...
Symbols Vibration The followings show the symbols which may be used The vibration total value (tri-axial vector sum) deter- for the equipment. Be sure that you understand their mined according to EN60335-2-79: meaning before use. Vibration emission (a ) : 2.5 m/s or less Uncertainty (K) : 1.5 m/s Read the instruction manual.
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During use, a small amount of water will come 15. Be wary of the kickback. The trigger gun out from the bottom of the high pressure recoils when the high pressure jet is ejected washer. Avoid locating the high pressure from the nozzle.
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Battery tool use and care 10. When washing the tool, do not let water enter the electrical mechanism such as battery, Recharge only with the charger specified by motor, and terminals. the manufacturer. A charger that is suitable for one type of battery pack may create a risk of fire When storing the tool, avoid direct sunlight when used with another battery pack.
Use of non-genuine Makita batteries, or batteries that have been altered, may result in the battery bursting causing fires, personal injury and damage. It will also void the Makita warranty for the Makita tool and ► 1. Cover 2. Lock lever charger.
Indicator lamps Remaining CAUTION: Always install the battery cartridge capacity fully until the red indicator cannot be seen. If not, it may accidentally fall out of the tool, causing injury to Lighted Blinking you or someone around you. 75% to 100% CAUTION: Do not install the battery cartridge forcibly.
Nozzle functions Battery indicator status Remaining battery capacity NOTE: The standard nozzles vary depending on the Blinking country. Also refer to the OPTIONAL ACCESSORIES 50% to 100% section for other nozzles. Spray lance 20% to 50% Country specific 0% to 20% Charge the battery Power switch...
CAUTION: Do not tamper with or adjust the NOTICE: Always use Makita's suction hose set. safety valve setting. NOTICE: Always keep 1 m (3.28 ft) or less in height between the inlet of the high pressure washer and Supplying water from a tank/ the water surface.
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Remove the cap on the feed-water inlet and pass the suction hose set through the inlet as illustrated. ► 1. Suction hose set When using the container as a water tank You can use the container supplied with the high pres- sure washer (country specific) as a water tank.
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Remove the water hose connector from the inlet NOTICE: Pay attention to the handling of the of the high pressure washer. After that, connect the filter container when carrying. Carrying the container case to the inlet and then hose to the filter case. with high pressure washer and accessories or water inside may cause accident or personal injury due to its own weight.
Connecting to a faucet ASSEMBLY CAUTION: Always use a pressure-resistant CAUTION: Always be sure that the tool is water hose with ø 13 mm or larger diameter and switched off and the battery cartridge is removed connect to the faucet using a proper fittings. before carrying out any work on the tool.
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Connecting the foam nozzle NOTE: The fitting depends on the shape of the faucet to which you connect. Prepare a suitable commercial- ly-bought fitting. Optional accessory Attach the water hose connector to the inlet (with CAUTION: Always lock the trigger of the the faucet marking) and then insert the coupling sleeve.
Optional accessory leakage. You can place Makita plastic carrying case on the top of the container. Put the plastic carrying case onto the container so that it is secured with the mounts on the lid of the container.
Open the cover and install the battery cartridges NOTICE: Be careful not to pull the trigger gun into the high pressure washer and then lock the cover. forcibly during operation. It may cause the high pressure washer to fall over. NOTICE: When suspending the operation for a long time, switch off the high pressure washer...
To maintain product SAFETY and RELIABILITY, repairs, any other maintenance or adjustment should be performed by Makita Authorized or Factory Service NOTICE: Centers, always using Makita replacement parts. Do not run the motor for longer than 1 minute.
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When using the suction hose set (optional accessory), If your model is supplied with the container, store the take the filter out of the filter case and remove dirt and high pressure washer and accessories in it. debris. Storage example ►...
Before asking for repairs, conduct your own inspection first. If you find a problem that is not explained in the manual, do not attempt to dismantle the tool. Instead, ask Makita Authorized Service Centers, always using Makita replace- ment parts for repairs.
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Rotating wash brush CAUTION: When adjusting the jet pressure, do not rotate the nozzle while pulling it toward the trigger gun. The nozzle may come off from the trig- ger gun and cause a personal injury. Foam nozzle Country specific Three brushes inside rotate slowly when ejecting the jet.
Splash guard ► 1. Nozzle 2. Connecting joint 3. Trigger gun Reduces splash back when cleaning corners with the NOTE: The connecting joint is needed when using dirt blaster. the nozzles included with another model, HW112 or HW121. Swivel joint Pipe-cleaning set (10 m/15 m) Prevents the high-pressure hose from being twisted.