Cleaning The Machine; Adjusting The Brake - Makita DCU180 Instruction Manual

WARNING:
If the brake lever reaches the han-
dle when you fully pull the lever, the brake is not
working properly. Adjust the brake, or ask your
local Makita Service Center for repairs.
• Check to see if the front wheel is not damaged or
flat. Check that the air in the tire for the front wheel
is sufficient.

Cleaning the machine

NOTICE:
Never use gasoline, benzine, thinner,
alcohol or the like. Discoloration, deformation or
cracks may result.
NOTICE:
Pour the water below the carrier or
bucket when cleaning the machine with running
water. Do not use the high pressure washer for
cleaning.
Remove mud, dirt, and the like from the machine. Clean
the machine with running water. After the cleaning, wipe
the machine with a dry cloth.
Storage
Remove the lock key. Store the machine in a safe place
out of the reach of children.
When storing the machine, the handles can be turned
toward the front. Remove the short hexagonal bolts
and shoulder bolts using the wrench included in the
package. Turn the handles toward the outside, and then
rotate the handles to the front. Tighten the shoulder
bolts and short hexagonal bolts to fix the handles.
2
► 1 . Shoulder bolt 2. Short hexagonal bolt
NOTICE:
Do not tighten the short hexagonal
bolts with excessive force. Tighten them with
proper force so that the handles are stably fixed.
NOTICE:
Do not pinch the cords with the bolts.

Adjusting the brake

CAUTION:
sure to lock the rear wheel brake before adjusting
the brake.
1. Remove the carrier or bucket, and then open the
carrier frame.
1
► 1 . Carrier frame
2. Pull the brake lever to release the lock button of
the brake lever.
2
► 1 . Lock button 2. Brake lever
3. Loosen the adjusting sleeve and fixing nut.
1
► 1 . Adjusting sleeve 2. Fixing nut
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If the rear wheels are installed, be
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