Makita VC010G Instruction Manual

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INSTRUCTION MANUAL
Cordless Upright Cleaner
VC010G
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  • Page 1 INSTRUCTION MANUAL Cordless Upright Cleaner VC010G Read before use.
  • Page 2: Specifications

    Some of the battery cartridges and chargers listed above may not be available depending on your region of residence. WARNING: Only use the battery cartridges and chargers listed above. Use of any other battery cartridges and chargers may cause injury and/or fire. SPECIFICATIONS Model: VC010G Maximum air volume 1.8 m /min Vacuum 15 kPa Capacity...
  • Page 3: Safety Warnings

    Symbols WARNING: Wear ear protection. WARNING: The noise emission during actual The followings show the symbols which may be used use of the power tool can differ from the declared for the equipment. Be sure that you understand their value(s) depending on the ways in which the meaning before use.
  • Page 4 AVOID UNINTENTIONAL STARTING. Be sure 20. When not in use, always store the cleaner indoors. switch is OFF when installing battery(ies). 21. Be kind to your cleaner. Rough handling can Do not attempt to pick up flammable materials, cause breakage of even the most sturdily built fireworks, lighted cigarettes, hot ashes, hot cleaner.
  • Page 5 Do not touch the terminals with any con- causing fires, personal injury and damage. It will ductive material. also void the Makita warranty for the Makita tool and Avoid storing battery cartridge in a con- charger. tainer with other metal objects such as nails, coins, etc.
  • Page 6: Parts Description

    PARTS DESCRIPTION Fig.1 Handle Switch plate Pipe grip Hose Indication panel Lever (for the dust box Dust box cover Carrying handle cover) Battery cartridge Adjusting lever Corner nozzle Round brush Foot lever Caster wheel Side brush Suction hose Joint Aluminum pipe Pipe holder Lamp Brushroll...
  • Page 7 Pipe connecting ASSEMBLY Insert the tip of the aluminum pipe to the joint, and then attach the aluminum pipe to the pipe holder. CAUTION: Always be sure that the appli- ance is switched off and the battery cartridge is removed before carrying out any work on the appliance.
  • Page 8: Installing The Filter Bag

    Align the tongue on the battery cartridge with the groove NOTE: When the filter bag is not installed in the appli- in the housing and slip it into place. Insert it all the way ance, the dust box cover does not close completely. until it locks in place with a little click.
  • Page 9 Removing the filter bag CAUTION: Handle the filter bag softly. Otherwise foreign objects are blown into eyes, it may result in personal injury. Replace the filter bag when it becomes full or clogged. Open the dust box cover and open the latch, then take out the filter bag.
  • Page 10: Functional Description

    Indicating the remaining battery FUNCTIONAL capacity DESCRIPTION Press the check button on the battery cartridge to indi- cate the remaining battery capacity. The indicator lamps CAUTION: Always be sure that the appli- light up for a few seconds. ance is switched off and the battery cartridge is removed before adjusting or checking function on the appliance.
  • Page 11: Indication Panel

    Remaining battery capacity Indication panel During operation, press the battery check / lamp button to indicate the remaining battery capacity. Fig.16 ► 1. Operating mode 2. Excess level of dust Fig.17 3. Brushroll error 4. Remaining battery capacity 5. Battery check / lamp button Battery indicator status Remaining battery...
  • Page 12: Turning The Appliance On / Off

    Switch action Foot lever CAUTION: Always lock the appliance in upright position when you let go of the handle. Otherwise the appliance may accidentally fall and cause injury. CAUTION: Be careful not to pinch your fin- gers between the main body and the head of the appliance.
  • Page 13: Carrying Handle

    CAUTION: Be sure to unlock the foot lever before operating. Rough handling may cause break- age of the parts. Fig.23 ► 1. Adjusting lever NOTE: The brushroll may not rotate if the height of the brushroll is too low against the surface of the carpet.
  • Page 14: Operation With Accessories

    If the side brush gets short, take the appliance to the CAUTION: Do not carry the appliance with anything Makita service center for replacement. other than the carrying handle. Otherwise falling accident may occur or unintentional starting may cause an injury.
  • Page 15: Using The Hose

    To install the hose, insert the hose into the aluminum cracks may result. pipe until it clicks. To maintain product SAFETY and RELIABILITY, repairs, any other maintenance or adjustment should be performed by Makita Authorized or Factory Service Centers, always using Makita replacement parts. Fig.31 15 ENGLISH...
  • Page 16 Open the dust box cover and take out the filter Storage bag. Release the hooks on the filter and remove the filter When storing, remove the battery cartridge and store from the appliance body. the appliance on level place in upright position. Fig.35 Fig.33 ►...
  • Page 17 Remove the bottom plate, and then remove the brushroll. If the hair of the brushroll gets short, ask the Makita service center for new one. Operating the appliance with the short hair brushroll results in poor dust collecting.
  • Page 18 How to clear the clog Dust bag Optional accessory NOTICE: Do not operate the appliance with the intake flow path clogged. Continuous use with the The dust bag can be used repeatedly by cleaning it out. intake flow path clogged results in reduced suction Installing and removing dust bag power.
  • Page 19: Cleaning The Dust Bag

    Emptying dust bag CYCLONE ATTACHMENT Close the rubber cap to prevent dust from floating out. Optional accessory Open the bag mouth by pulling the fastener out. Empty the dust bag of its contents, tapping it lightly so as to remove particles adhering to the insides. Fig.46 ►...
  • Page 20 Install the cyclone attachment on the appliance, Installing cyclone attachment and then turn the cuff on the hose clockwise to fix it. Turn the cuff on the hose counterclockwise and remove the hose, pipe grip, and aluminum pipe from the appliance.
  • Page 21 Insert the dust case all the way until the two but- When the mesh filter gets dirty badly, clean it in the tons lock with a click. following procedures. Turn the mesh filter counterclockwise and remove it while the hooks are unlocked. Fig.51 ►...
  • Page 22: Troubleshooting

    Before asking for repairs, conduct your own inspection first. If you find a problem that is not explained in the manual, do not attempt to disassemble the machine. Instead, ask Makita Authorized Service Centers, always using Makita replacement parts for repairs.
  • Page 23: Optional Accessories

    OPTIONAL ACCESSORIES CAUTION: These accessories or attachments are recommended for use with your Makita tool specified in this manual. The use of any other accessories or attachments might present a risk of injury to persons. Only use accessory or attachment for its stated purpose.
  • Page 24 Makita Europe N.V. Jan-Baptist Vinkstraat 2, 3070 Kortenberg, Belgium Makita Corporation 3-11-8, Sumiyoshi-cho, Anjo, Aichi 446-8502 Japan 885A55-226 20230913...

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