Makita VC012G Instruction Manual page 26

1. Open the front cover and take out the filter bag/
dust bag. Release the hook on the filter and remove it
from the vacuum cleaner body.
► Fig.50: 1. Hook 2. HEPA filter
2. Beat the dust off from the filter. The filter can be
washed with water. Rinse away the dust and particles
on the filter every 1 or 2 month. After that, dry the filter
completely in a shaded and well-ventilated place to
prevent unpleasant odor or malfunctions.
3.
To install the filter, insert the side without the
hooks into the groove then push in the filter until the
hooks are secured with a click.
► Fig.51: 1. Groove 2. HEPA filter 3. Hook
Cleaning the sponge filter
CAUTION:
After cleaning the sponge filters,
be sure to install them to the vacuum cleaner.
If washed in water, dry them up thoroughly before
installing. Insufficiently dried sponge filters may
shorten the service life of the motor.
Sponge filters underneath the HEPA filter prevent dust
from getting into the motor.
1.
Remove the sponge filters from the vacuum
cleaner.
► Fig.52: 1. Sponge filter
2. Wipe and shake dust off the sponge filters by
hand. When the sponge filters are clogged, wash them
in soapy water.
► Fig.53
3.
Install the sponge filters in their original position.
Cleaning the dust bag
Regularly clean the dust bag with soap and water. Turn
the dust bag inside out and remove the sticky dust.
Wash lightly by hand and rinse well with water. Dry
completely before installing to the vacuum cleaner.
► Fig.54
NOTICE:
Wet dust bag lowers the vacuuming per-
formance as well as the life of the motor.
Cleaning the room for filter bag/
dust bag
This appliance is equipped with a dust beating system.
As you walk while carrying the cleaner, springs under-
neath the board vibrate the board and shake the dust off
the filter bag/dust bag.
When cleaning the room for filter bag/dust bag, remove
and wipe the board inside.
► Fig.55: 1. Board
Removing the board
1. Remove the HEPA filter. Refer to the section for
cleaning the HEPA filter for how to remove.
2. Push down the board, and slide it to left until the
board touches the wall.
3.
Lift the right side of the board up and take it out.
► Fig.56: 1. Board
The board is supported by three springs.
If the springs came off from the projections, reattach
them as illustrated.
► Fig.57: 1. Long spring 2. Short spring 3. Projection
NOTE: Attach the springs securely so that the springs
touch the root of the projections.
Attaching the board
1.
Insert the straight side of the board into the
catches in the lower left side of the room.
2. Put the right side of the board in place.
► Fig.58: 1. Board 2. Straight side 3. Catch
CYCLONE ATTACHMENT
Optional accessory
NOTE: When using the cyclone attachment with this
appliance, the bent pipe is also required.
► Fig.59: 1. Cyclone attachment
About the cyclone attachment
Using the cleaner with the cyclone attachment installed
reduces the amount of dust that enters the dust bag,
which helps to prevent the suction force from weaken-
ing. In addition, cleaning after use is also simple.
CAUTION:
Always be sure that the tool is
switched off and the battery cartridge is removed
before carrying out any work on the tool. If the
battery cartridge is left inserted, the cleaner may start
unexpectedly and result in injury.
CAUTION:
Clean the mesh filter of the
cyclone attachment and the dust bag of the
cleaner unit when they become clogged.
Continued use in the clogged condition may result in
heating or smoke.
NOTICE:
When the cyclone attachment is
attached, do not use the cyclone attachment in
the horizontal or upward facing condition. Doing
so may cause the mesh filter to become clogged.
NOTICE:
Always use the cleaner with the dust
bag installed, even when using the cyclone
attachment. Using the cleaner without the dust bag
installed may result in a motor malfunction.
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