Operation - Makita PF400MP Original Instruction Manual

ASSEMBLY
WARNING:
Before assembling or adjusting
the equipment, switch off the motor and remove
the battery cartridge. Otherwise, the machine may
start unintentionally and result in an injury.
WARNING:
When assembling or adjusting
the equipment, always put it down. Assembling or
adjusting the equipment in an upright position may
result in serious injury.
WARNING:
Follow the warnings and precau-
tions in the chapter "SAFETY WARNINGS" and
the instruction manual of the power unit.
Assembling the pump attachment
1. Remove 2 bolts.
► Fig.4: 1. Bolt
2. Insert the pipe into the pump head so that the hole
on the pipe is aligned with the hole on the pump head.
Tighten 2 bolts securely to fix the pipe.
► Fig.5: 1. Hole 2. Pipe 3. Bolt
NOTE: When tightening the bolts, apply 2.5 - 4.5 N•m
as tightening torque.
Mounting the attachment pipe
CAUTION:
Always check that the attachment
pipe is secured after installation. Improper instal-
lation may cause the attachment falling off from the
power unit and cause personal injury.
Mount the attachment pipe to the power unit.
1.
Remove the cap from the end of the pipe.
► Fig.6: 1. Pipe 2. Cap
NOTICE:
Do not dispose of the cap since the cap
is necessary for storing the attachment.
2.
Turn the lever toward the attachment.
► Fig.7: 1. Lever
3. Align the pin with the arrow mark on the power
unit. Insert the pipe until the release button pops up.
Make sure that the position line is on the tip of the arrow
mark on the power unit, and the arrow mark on the power
unit and the arrow mark on the pipe are facing each other.
► Fig.8: 1. Release button 2. Arrow mark on the power unit
3. Pin 4. Position line 5. Arrow mark on the pipe
4. Turn the lever toward the power unit.
► Fig.9: 1. Lever
Make sure that the surface of the lever is parallel to the pipe.
NOTICE:
Do not tighten the lever without the
attachment pipe inserted. Otherwise the lever may
tighten the entrance of the drive shaft too much and
damage it.
To remove the pipe, turn the lever toward the attachment and
pull the pipe out while pressing down the release button.
► Fig.10: 1. Release button 2. Lever 3. Pipe

OPERATION

WARNING:
tions in the chapter "SAFETY WARNINGS" and
the instruction manual of the power unit.
CAUTION:
Do not operate the machine with-
out installing the hose to the pump attachment.
CAUTION:
When operating the machine, be
sure to fix the hose. The hose may whip due to the
pressure of discharge.
CAUTION:
Adjust the hanger position and
shoulder harness to your comfortable position
before operating.
NOTICE:
Do not pump water containing large
amounts of solids or seawater.
NOTICE:
Do not pump water which exceeds
40°C.
NOTICE:
Drain water from the hose after the
operation.
NOTICE:
When moving the machine or changing
the operating position, be sure to turn off the
machine and hold the hose. If you move without
holding the hose, the machine may be damaged.
NOTICE:
After pumping the sewage, pump the
fresh water to wash away the dirt adhering to the
water inlet and inside the hose.
NOTICE:
Do not place the machine on the
ground while it is switched on. Sand or dust may
enter from water inlet and cause a malfunction or
personal injury.
Installing the hose
NOTICE:
When installing or removing the hose,
be careful not to splash water inside the hose on
the operator or the power unit.
Install the hose to the water outlet and fix the hose with
the hose clamp. Tighten the screw of the hose clamp
securely with a screwdriver.
► Fig.11: 1. Screw
NOTE: The hose that can be installed to the water
outlet is as follows:
• Inner diameter of hose is 25 mm.
• Outer diameter of hose is 33 mm or less.
10 ENGLISH
Follow the warnings and precau-