Makita DCL283F Instruction Manual page 12

NOTE: Depending on the conditions of use and the
ambient temperature, the indication may differ slightly
from the actual capacity.
NOTE: The first (far left) indicator lamp will blink when
the battery protection system works.
Switch action
CAUTION:
Before installing the battery car-
tridge into the tool, set the slide switch to "O"
side and check that the switch trigger actuates
properly and returns to the "OFF" position when
released.
When the slide switch is set to "O" side:
To start the tool, simply pull the switch trigger. Release
the switch trigger to stop.
► Fig.4: 1. Slide switch 2. Switch trigger
When the slide switch is set to "I" side:
While the slide switch is set to "I" side, the switch trig-
ger is pulled automatically and the cleaner continues
actuating. To stop the cleaner, set the slide switch to "O"
side and release the switch trigger.
► Fig.5: 1. Slide switch 2. Switch trigger
Lighting up the lamp
CAUTION:
Do not look in the light or see the
source of light directly.
To turn on the lamp, either squeeze the switch trigger or
set the slide switch in the "I" position.
While the cleaner is running, the lamp turns on.
The lamp goes out immediately after you stop 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.6: 1. Lamp 2. Slide switch 3. Switch trigger
ASSEMBLY
CAUTION:
Always be sure that the tool is
switched off and the battery cartridge is removed
before carrying out any work on the tool.
Parts description
Optional accessory
High performance filter and stay and
sponge filter
► Fig.7: 1. Capsule 2. High performance filter 3. Stay
4. Sponge filter
Prefilter or high performance filter
and HEPA filter
► Fig.8: 1. Capsule 2. Prefilter 3. High performance
filter 4. HEPA filter
NOTICE:
Do not underlay the high performance
filter with an optional filter (non-woven cloth). The
filters could not be removed from the cleaner.
NOTE: Do not install an optional filter (non-woven
cloth) between the HEPA filter and prefilter. The suc-
tion power may be reduced.
NOTE: Always use the high performance filter that is
framed with an originally-designed stay when overlay-
ing it on the HEPA filter.
► Fig.9: 1. High performance filter 2. Stay (designed
for high performance filter)
Disposing of dust
CAUTION:
Empty the cleaner before it
becomes too full, or the suction force weakens.
CAUTION:
Be sure to empty the inside of the
cleaner itself of dust. Failure to do so may cause the
filter to be clogged or the motor to be damaged.
In order to drop dust sticking on the filter in the capsule,
tap the capsule 4 or 5 times with your hand.
► Fig.10: 1. Capsule
Point suction inlet downwards, turn capsule in direction of
arrow in diagram, and disconnect capsule slowly and straight.
► Fig.11: 1. Capsule 2. Suction inlet
NOTE: Dust may spill out when capsule is opened, so
be sure to set a garbage bag beneath capsule.
Remove accumulated dust from the inside of capsule
and high performance filter.
► Fig.12: 1. Capsule 2. High performance filter
Twist high performance filter in direction of arrow to
unfasten securing lip from cleaner unit and then pull off
the filter.
► Fig.13: 1. Securing lip
NOTE: When using the prefilter, also follow the pro-
cedure above.
Clean out the fine dust and lightly tap to dislodge dust
from high performance filter.
Reassembly
Connect high performance filter. At this time, make sure
to twist high performance filter so that securing lip is
firmly locked into the cleaner unit.
► Fig.14: 1. High performance filter
► Fig.15: 1. Securing lip
NOTICE:
Always be sure to check that high per-
formance filter is loaded correctly prior to using
cleaner. If it is not loaded correctly, dust will get into
the motor housing, and cause motor failure.
If the problem as described later occurs, high perfor-
mance filter is not loaded correctly. Reload it correctly
to rectify problem.
Attach the capsule. Align the mark on capsule with the
mark on the handle and then firmly twist capsule in the
direction of arrow until it is secured.
► Fig.16: 1. Mark 2. Handle 3. Capsule
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