Operation - Makita DAS180 Instruction Manual

Adjusting air volume
Air volume can be changed in four modes, that is, 4
(Max), 3 (High), 2 (Medium) and 1 (Low), depending on
the application and workload.
Press the air volume adjustment button to switch mode in the follow-
ing sequence. The mode changes every time you press the button.
► Fig.21: 1. Low air volume 2. Medium air volume
3. High air volume 4. Max air volume 5. Air
volume adjustment button
Air volume settings table
Air volume mode
4: Max
3: High
2: Medium
1: Low
* Maximum air volumes are measured without nozzles.
NOTE: Air volume mode can be changed before
turning the tool on.
NOTE: The tool restarts operation in the air volume
mode that was last used.
Lighting up the lamp
CAUTION:
Do not look in the light or see the
source of light directly.
To turn the lamp on, perform one of the following steps.
• Press the air volume adjustment button to light the lamp
up. The lamp remains lit for approximately 10 seconds.
• Pull the switch trigger to light the lamp up. The
lamp keeps on lighting while the switch trigger is
being pulled. The lamp goes out approximately 10
seconds after stopping operation.
NOTE: When the remaining battery capacity gets low,
the lamp starts blinking. The timing, at which the lamp
starts blinking depends on the temperature at work
place and the battery cartridge conditions.
► Fig.22: 1. Air volume adjustment button 2. Switch
trigger 3. Lamp
Hanging hole
CAUTION:
Before hanging the tool, always
make sure that the hanging hole is not damaged.
CAUTION:
Use the hanging/mounting parts
for their intended purposes only. Using for unin-
tended purpose may cause accident or personal
injury.
CAUTION:
Withstanding load rated for your
tools racks and holders needs to be learned
beforehand. Do not place the tool if it exceeds the
withstanding load on the racks and holders.
CAUTION:
Be sure that the hanging hole is
securely hooked before releasing your hold.
Use the hanging hole at the top rear of the housing to
hang the tool on a hook of racks and holders.
► Fig.23: 1. Hanging hole 2. Hook
Maximum air volume
3
1.1 m /min
3
1.0 m /min
3
0.8 m /min
3
0.6 m /min
Installing hook
Optional accessory
WARNING:
for their intended purposes only, e.g., hanging the
tool on a tool belt between jobs or work intervals.
WARNING:
hook as too much force or irregular overburden
may cause damages to the tool resulting in per-
sonal injury.
CAUTION:
When installing the hook, always
secure it with the screw firmly. If not, the hook
may come off from the tool and result in the personal
injury.
CAUTION:
Make sure to hang the tool
securely before releasing your hold. Insufficient
or unbalanced hooking may cause falling off and you
may be injured.
► Fig.24: 1. Groove 2. Hook 3. Screw
The hook is convenient for temporarily hanging the tool.
This can be installed on either side of the tool. To install
the hook, insert it into a groove in the tool housing on
either side and then secure it with a screw. To remove,
loosen the screw and then take it out.

OPERATION

CAUTION:
Do not point the nozzle at anyone
nearby during operation.
NOTICE:
Do not block suction inlet and/or
blower outlet during operation.
Blowing in general use
Recommended nozzles
—
Nozzle 13
Clean your work surfaces and floors by blowing off dust,
dirt, debris, scrap or waste in general.
Direct the nozzle towards surfaces at an appropriate
distance and swing it around to blow off entirely.
► Fig.25
CAUTION:
Never blow debris in the direction
of bystanders or pets.
CAUTION:
Use personal protective equip-
ment such as a dust mask and eye protection.
NOTICE:
Remove blockages on surfaces away
before blowing operation.
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Use the hanging/mounting parts
Be careful not to overload the