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Makita VC012G Instruction Manual

Makita VC012G Instruction Manual

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INSTRUCTION MANUAL
Cordless Backpack Vacuum Cleaner
VC012G
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  • Page 1 INSTRUCTION MANUAL Cordless Backpack Vacuum Cleaner VC012G Read before use.

  • Page 2: Specifications

    • If the device is to be stored unused for a long period, the batteries should be removed. • The power terminals must not be short-circuited. SPECIFICATIONS Model: VC012G Capacity Filter bag 6.0 L Dust bag 5.5 L Maximum air volume 2.1 m...

  • Page 3: Safety Warnings

    Symbols Vibration The followings show the symbols which may be used The vibration total value (tri-axial vector sum) deter- for the equipment. Be sure that you understand their mined according to EN60335-2-69: meaning before use. Work mode: operation without load Vibration emission (a ) : 2.5 m/s or less...
  • Page 4 Never use the cleaner outdoors in the rain. Battery tool use and care For Finland, this machine is not to be used Recharge only with the charger specified by outdoors at low temperature. the manufacturer. A charger that is suitable for one type of battery pack may create a risk of fire Do not use close to heat sources (stoves, etc.).
  • Page 5 17. Do not remove the wireless unit from the slot also void the Makita warranty for the Makita tool and while the power is being supplied to the tool. charger.

  • Page 6: Functional Description

    25. When storing the wireless unit, keep it in the supplied case or a static-free container. 26. Do not insert any devices other than Makita wireless unit into the slot on the tool. 27. Do not use the tool with the lid of the slot dam- aged.
  • Page 7 With a single battery Indicating the remaining battery Only one battery is required as a power source in either capacity on the switch box the right or left battery slot. The cleaner automatically determines which battery slot is available. The remaining battery capacity can be checked on the Indicating the remaining battery switch box.

  • Page 8: Overload Protection

    Charge the battery(ies) or replace it/them with recharged battery(ies). Fig.5 Let the appliance and battery(ies) cool down. ► 1 . Strap 2. Fastener If no improvement can be found by restoring protection system, then contact your local Makita Service Center. 8 ENGLISH...

  • Page 9: Stand-By Switch

    Shoulder belts Stand-by switch The stand-by switch is the switch to turn on/off the wireless activation function. The vacuum cleaner is in the stand-by state regardless of the switch position and it runs when the ON/OFF button is pressed. Fig.6 ► 1 . Strap 2. Fastener Upper belt Fig.9 ► 1 . Stand-by switch Switch position Status AUTO...

  • Page 10: Connecting The Tool

    Assembling hose NOTE: You can change the suction power before turning on the cleaner. Insert the hose cuff into the vacuum cleaner body and NOTE: The cleaner starts the operation with the turn it clockwise. same suction power as the last operation. NOTE: If you remove the battery immediately after turning off the appliance, while the motor is rotating, the cleaner may not start the operation with the same suction power as the last operation.
  • Page 11 The front cuff can be detached by turning it counter- Twist and insert the nozzle to the extension wand. clockwise while holding the hose. NOTE: Always use a suitable front cuff. When using the front cuff 24, attach it to the front cuff 22 that is connected to the hose. Fig.18 ► 1 . Extension wand 2. Flexible rubber nozzle Fig.16 3. T-shape nozzle 4. T-shape nozzle (slim) ► 1 . Front cuff 22 2. Front cuff 24 NOTE: By twisting the nozzle while inserting, the noz- Using as a cleaner zle can be attached to the extension wand securely.
  • Page 12 The length of the wand can be adjusted. The length of the wand can be adjusted. With pressing the slide button, adjust the wand length. Loosen the ring on the wand and adjust the wand The length is locked when releasing the slide button. length. Tighten the ring at your desired length. Fig.20 Fig.22 ► 1 . Slide button ► 1 . Ring For the ring-type extension wand Shoulder the vacuum cleaner body then twist and insert Hose hook the extension wand into the bent pipe assembly.
  • Page 13 Unlock the lever and open the front cover. NOTICE: When the filter bag is already full, replace with new one. When the dust bag is already full, empty it. Continuous use with the filter bag/dust bag full results in reduced suction power. NOTICE: To prevent dust from getting into the motor: —...

  • Page 14: Harness Cover

    When using the dust bag, insert the brim of the dust bag Harness cover into the slit. Optional accessory When using the harness cover, follow the procedure below to attach it. NOTE: When installing the harness cover, do not mistake the front and back of the harness cover. NOTE: The harness cover is washable.

  • Page 15: Operation

    During the operation, hook the switch box on the lower OPERATION belt or the D-ring. WARNING: Operators shall be adequately instructed on the use of the vacuum cleaner. WARNING: This vacuum cleaner is not suit- able for picking up hazardous dust. CAUTION: This cleaner is for dry use only.
  • Page 16 NOTICE: NOTE: Wireless activation needs Makita tools Do not put filter bag/dust bag or other equipped with the wireless unit. heavy objects on the front cover. The appliance may fall down. NOTE: Prior to the initial use of the wireless activa-...
  • Page 17 Tool registration for the cleaner the lid. When inserting the wireless unit, align the projections NOTE: A Makita tool supporting the wireless activa- with the recessed portions on the slot. tion function is required for the tool registration. NOTE: Finish installing the wireless unit to the tool before starting the tool registration.
  • Page 18 If the cleaner and the tool are linked successfully, the Push the wireless activation button on the tool wireless activation lamps will light up in green for 2 briefly. The wireless activation lamp will blink in blue. seconds and start blinking in blue. NOTE: The wireless activation lamps finish blinking in green after 20 seconds elapsed. Press the wireless activation button on the tool while the wireless acti- vation lamp on the cleaner is blinking.
  • Page 19 Cancelling tool registration for the NOTE: The wireless activation lamps finish blinking in red after 20 seconds elapsed. Press the wireless acti- cleaner vation button on the tool while the wireless activation lamp on the cleaner is blinking. If the wireless acti- Perform the following procedure when cancelling the vation lamp does not blink in red, push the wireless tool registration for the cleaner.
  • Page 20 Description of the wireless activation lamp status Fig.49 ► 1 . Wireless activation button 2. Wireless activation lamp The wireless activation lamp shows the status of the wireless activation function. Refer to the below table for the meaning of the lamp status. Status Wireless activation lamp Description...
  • Page 21 Troubleshooting for wireless activation function 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 dismantle the tool. Instead, ask Makita Authorized Service Centers, always using Makita replace- ment parts for repairs. State of abnormality Probable cause (malfunction) Remedy The wireless activation lamp does The wireless unit is not installed into the Install the wireless unit correctly.
  • Page 22 State of abnormality Probable cause (malfunction) Remedy The cleaner does not run along with The wireless unit is not installed into the Install the wireless unit correctly. the switch operation of the tool. cleaner and/or the tool. The wireless unit is improperly installed into the cleaner and/or the tool.

  • Page 23: Maintenance

    Never use gasoline, benzine, thinner, alcohol or the like. Discoloration, deformation or cracks may result. 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. Cleaning the HEPA filter CAUTION:...

  • Page 24: Cleaning The Dust Bag

    Wipe and shake dust off the sponge filters by Cleaning the room for filter bag/dust bag hand. When the sponge filters are clogged, wash them in soapy water. This appliance is equipped with a dust beating system. As you walk while carrying the cleaner, springs underneath 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.53 Fig.55 ► 1 .
  • Page 25 The board is supported by three springs. CYCLONE ATTACHMENT If the springs came off from the projections, reattach them as illustrated. Optional accessory NOTE: When using the cyclone attachment with this appliance, the bent pipe is also required. Fig.59 ► 1 . Cyclone attachment Fig.57 ► 1 . Long spring 2. Short spring 3. Projection About the cyclone attachment NOTE: Attach the springs securely so that the springs Using the cleaner with the cyclone attachment installed...
  • Page 26 Disposing of dust Cleaning When dust has accumulated up to the full line of the When the dust case becomes dirty or the mesh filter is dust case, follow the procedure below and dispose of clogged, remove and wash them with water. (Refer to the dust. “Disposing of dust” for the removal procedure.) Hold the dust case firmly, press and hold the two Dry the parts thoroughly before reinstallation and use.

  • Page 27: Optional Accessories

    ► 1 . Mesh filter 2. Hook 3. Port OPTIONAL ACCESSORIES CAUTION: These accessories or attachments are recommended for use with your Makita prod- uct 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 28 Makita Europe N.V. Jan-Baptist Vinkstraat 2, 3070 Kortenberg, Belgium Makita Corporation 3-11-8, Sumiyoshi-cho, Anjo, Aichi 446-8502 Japan 885A50A226 20230731...

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