Functional Description - Makita CL104D Instruction Manual

3. If operating time has become excessively shorter,
stop operating immediately. It may result in a risk
of overheating, possible burns and even an
explosion.
4. If electrolyte gets into your eyes, rinse them out
with clear water and seek medical attention right
away. It may result in loss of your eyesight.
5. Do not short the built-in battery:
(1) Do not touch the terminals with any
conductive material.
(2) Avoid storing built-in battery in a container
with other metal objects such as nails, coins,
etc.
(3) Do not expose built-in battery to water or
rain.
A battery short can cause a large current
flow, overheating, possible burns and even a
breakdown.
6. Do not store and use the tool and built-in battery
in locations where the temperature may reach or
exceed 50 °C (122 °F).
7. Do not incinerate the built-in battery even if it is
severely damaged or is completely worn out. The
built-in battery can explode in a fire.
8. Be careful not to drop or strike battery.
9. Do not use a damaged built-in battery.
10. The contained lithium-ion batteries are subject to
the Dangerous Goods Legislation requirements.
When disposing the battery, remove it from the
tool and dispose of it in a safe place. Follow your
local regulations relating to disposal of battery.
11. Use the batteries only with the products specified
by Makita.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS.
Tips for maintaining maximum battery life
1. Charge the built-in battery before completely
discharged.
Always stop tool operation and charge the built-in
battery when you notice less tool power.
2. Never recharge a fully charged built-in battery.
Overcharging shortens the battery service life.
3. Charge the built-in battery with room temperature
at 10°C - 40°C (50°F - 104°F). Let a hot built-in
battery cool down before charging it.
4. Charge the built-in battery once in every six
months if you do not use the tool for a long period
of time.

FUNCTIONAL DESCRIPTION

CAUTION:
• Always be sure that the tool is switched off before
adjusting or checking function on the tool.
Charging the built-in battery
CAUTION:
• Do not operate the cleaner during charging. It may be
damaged.
• Always disconnect the charging plug from the cleaner
after charging.
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• When you charge a new cleaner or a cleaner which
has been left uncharged for a long time, it may not
accept a full charge. This is a normal condition and
does not indicate a problem. You can recharge the
cleaner fully after discharging it completely a couple of
times.
Use only the Makita charger DC1001 to charge this
cleaner. Use of the other type chargers may cause the
battery to burst, result in personal injury and damage.
Charge the cleaner when using it for the first time or
uncharged for a long time. Connect the charging plug to
the charging connector, then plug in the charger to the
power receptacle. The battery power lamp lights up and
start charging. Charging takes approximately 3 hours. The
light goes out after the charging is complete. For more
details, refer to the instruction manual of battery charger.
(Fig. 1 & 2)
Switch action
CAUTION:
• Always be sure that the dust bag or paper pack is
installed properly in the cleaner before use. Improper
installation may allow dust to enter the motor, resulting
in malfunction of the cleaner.
• Always switch off the cleaner after each use to prevent
damage to the cleaner and to extend the service life of
the batteries.
To start the cleaner, simply push the ON/speed change
button. To switch off, push the OFF button.
You can change the cleaner speed in three steps by
pushing the ON/speed change button.
The first push on this button is for high speed mode, the
second push for max speed mode and the third push for
normal speed. Each push on this button repeats the high/
max/normal speed cycle alternatively. (Fig. 3)
Battery power lamp (Fig. 2)
When the remaining battery capacity gets low, the battery
power lamp blinks.
When the remaining battery capacity gets much lower, the
tool stops and the battery power lamp lights up about
10 seconds. At this time, charge the cleaner.
NOTE:
• The time at which the battery power lamp start blinking
or lighting up depends on the temperature at work
place and the battery cartridge conditions.
ASSEMBLY
Disposing of Dust
CAUTION:
• Empty the cleaner before it becomes too full, or the
suction force weakens.
• Be sure to empty out the dust inside the cleaner itself.
Failure to do so may cause the sponge filter to be
clogged or the motor to be damaged.
• Never throw away the dust stopper because it should
be used whenever either the dust bag or the paper
pack is used.
1. Push the button to open the front cover. Opening it
until a click is heard allows a positive stop at that
position. (Fig. 4)