Overload Protection; Overdischarge Protection - Makita DVC860L Instruction Manual

NOTE:
• Even operating in DC power mode , the tool
is automatically changed into AC power mode
when plugged in.
• If the tool is unplugged during operation with the
battery inserted, the cleaner gets into stand-by
state.
Use with battery:
Installing or removing battery
cartridge
CAUTION:
• Always be sure that the cleaner is switched off,
unplugged, and the battery cartridge is removed
before adjusting or checking function on the
tool.
• Hold the cleaner and the battery cartridge
firmly when installing or removing battery
cartridge. Failure to hold the cleaner and the
battery cartridge firmly may cause them to slip
off your hands and result in damage to the
cleaner and battery cartridge and a personal
injury.
• Be careful not to pinch your fingers when
opening or closing the battery cover. Failure
to do so may cause personal injury.
2
1
► 1. Lock 2. Battery cover
To install the battery cartridge, release the lock first,
and open the battery cover. And then, insert the battery
cartridge.
1
► 1. Battery cartridge
Align the tongue on the battery cartridge with the groove
in the housing and slip it into place. Insert it all the way
until it locks in place with a little click. Then lock the
battery cover.
To remove the battery cartridge, slide it from the tool
while sliding the button on the front of the cartridge.
NOTICE:
• Remove the plug of the cleaner from the extension
cord when using the cleaner with the batteries.
CAUTION:
• Always install the battery cartridge fully in place.
If not, it may accidentally fall out of the tool,
causing injury to you or someone around you.
• Do not install the battery cartridge forcibly. If the
cartridge does not slide in easily, it is not being
inserted correctly.
NOTE:
• The cleaner does not work with only one battery
cartridge.
Tool / battery protection system
The tool is equipped with a tool/battery protection sys-
tem. This system automatically cuts off power to the
motor to extend tool and battery life.
The tool will automatically stop during operation if the
tool or battery is placed under one of the following con-
ditions. In some conditions, the indicators light up.

Overload protection

If the tool is overloaded, the tool stops automatically. In
this situation, turn the tool off and stop the application
that caused the tool to become overloaded. Then turn
the tool on to restart.
Overheat protection for tool
On
When the tool is overheated, the tool stops automati-
cally, and the battery indicator blink about 60 seconds.
In this situation, let the tool cool down before turning the
tool on again.

Overdischarge protection

When the battery capacity becomes low, the tool stops
automatically. If the product does not operate even
when the switches are operated, remove the batteries
from the tool and charge the batteries.
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