Makita CL117FD Instruction Manual page 17

NOTICE:
When the cyclone attachment is
attached, do not use the cleaner in a horizontal
or upward facing position. Doing so may cause the
mesh filter to become clogged.
NOTICE:
Always use the cleaner with the filters
installed, even when using the cyclone attach-
ment. Using the cleaner without the filters installed
may result in a motor malfunction.
NOTE: Check that the cyclone attachment, cleaner,
and extension wand are locked properly before use.
NOTE: Empty the dust case of the cyclone attach-
ment and the capsule of the cleaner when dust has
accumulated. Continued use will result in weakened
suction force.
NOTE: You can also use the cyclone attachment with-
out lock function.
NOTE: To install or remove the cyclone attachment,
refer to the section "Installing and removing cleaner
attachments".
Disposing of dust
When dust has accumulated up to the full line of the
dust case, follow the procedure below and dispose of
the dust.
1. Hold the dust case firmly, press and hold the two
buttons, and remove the dust case.
► Fig.45: 1. Full line 2. Dust case 3. Button (two
locations) 4. Mesh filter
2.
Dispose of the dust inside the dust case and
remove any dust and powder adhered to the surface of
the mesh filter.
3. Insert the dust case all the way until the two but-
tons lock with a click.
► Fig.46: 1. Dust case 2. Button (two locations)
CAUTION:
Be careful not to trap finger(s)
between the dust case and cyclone body when
reassembling.
NOTE: If the suction force does not recover even
after disposing of the dust and cleaning the mesh
filter, check whether dust has accumulated in the
capsule of the cleaner or clogging has occurred.
NOTE: The dust may fly up when disposing from the
cyclone attachment. Be careful not to let dust get into
your eyes.
Cleaning
When the dust case becomes dirty or the mesh filter is
clogged, remove and wash them with water. (Refer to
"Disposing of dust" for the removal procedure.)
NOTICE:
After washing the dust case and filters,
dry them thoroughly before use. Insufficiently dried
components may cause electric shock and/or injury.
► Fig.47: 1. Dust case 2. Mesh filter
When the mesh filter gets dirty badly, clean it in the
following procedures.
1. Turn the mesh filter as shown in the figure and
remove it while the hooks are unlocked.
► Fig.48: 1. Mesh filter 2. Hook
2.
Remove the dust on the mesh filter and then wash
it with water. After that, dry it thoroughly.
3. Insert the mesh filter into the base while the hooks
are aligned with the port. Turn the mesh filter as shown
in the figure until the hooks are locked with a click.
Make sure that the mesh filter is installed securely.
► Fig.49: 1. Mesh filter 2. Hook 3. Port
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