Maintenance - Makita DCL184 Instruction Manual

Installing or removing the blower
attachment
To attach the blower attachment, align the protrusion of
the blower attachment port with the groove on the vent,
and then push it until clicks.
► 1. Blower attachment
To remove the blower attachment, pull the port down-
ward while pressing its top as illustrated.
Blowing
Point the tip of blower attachment to the object to blow
off and then turn on the tool.

MAINTENANCE

CAUTION:
switched off and the battery cartridge is removed
before attempting to perform inspection or
maintenance.
NOTICE:
alcohol or the like. Discoloration, deformation or
cracks may result.
To maintain product SAFETY and RELIABILITY,
1 repairs, any other maintenance or adjustment should
be performed by Makita Authorized or Factory Service
Centers, always using Makita replacement parts.
Cleaning
From time to time wipe off the outside (cleaner body) of
the cleaner using a cloth dampened in soapy water.
Clean out also the suction opening, dust bag/paper filter
mounting area and the dust stopper.
Wash the dust bag in soapy water when it is clogged
with dust and the cleaner power becomes weak. Dry it
out thoroughly before use. An insufficiently dried filter
may cause poor suction and shorten the service life of
the motor.
NOTE: Paper filter is a throw-away type.
When the sponge filter is clogged with dust, remove it
from the cleaner and then wipe it off or wash in water.
12 ENGLISH
Always be sure that the tool is
Never use gasoline, benzine, thinner,