Makita VS001G Instruction Manual page 16

Introduction of separately sold items
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.
For details of separately sold items, refer to the catalog
or contact the dealer or our sales office.
• Multifunction adapter
• Dust bag
• Makita genuine battery and charger
NOTE: Some items in the list may be included in the
tool package as standard accessories. They may
differ from country to country.
PREPARATIONS
FOR USE
Assembly
CAUTION:
Before operating the appliance,
make sure the ON/OFF switch is turned off and
the batteries have been removed.
Handle angle adjustment
You can adjust the angle of the handle to make it easier
to operate the appliance. At the factory shipment, the
handle is folded down.
CAUTION:
Properly engage the handle lock
lever. If the handle collapses or falls over, there is a
danger of injury.
1. Release the lock of the handle lock lever.
2. Adjust the handle to the desired angle.
► Fig.2: 1. Handle lock lever 2. Handle
3.
Engage the handle lock lever.
► Fig.3: 1. Handle lock lever
Folding down the handle
When you stand the appliance on its end for storage/
inspection or when you transport the appliance by lifting
the appliance, fold down the handle.
► Fig.4
If the handle is loose and rattles
If the handle is loose and rattles even though the handle
lock lever is properly locked, adjust it by tightening the
nut opposite the handle lock lever. If the appliance is
used when the handle is loose and rattles, there is a
danger of collapse or fall over of the handle, possibly
causing injury.
► Fig.5: 1. Handle lock lever 2. Handle 3. Tightening
nut (for adjusting looseness)
Attaching and removing the side brush
The side brush can be used to extend the cleaning
width and also used to clean the areas along walls.
CAUTION:
Attach the side brush correctly. If
the brush comes loose, it may contact with persons,
possibly causing injury.
Attachment
1. Extend the side brush and stand the appliance on
its end as shown in the figure.
► Fig.6: 1. Side brush
2.
Align the hooks (2 locations) of the side brush with
the mounting holes and attach the side brush.
The hooks (2 locations) of the side brush can be aligned
with any of the 6 holes.
► Fig.7: 1. Hooks (2 locations) 2. Holes (6 locations)
NOTE: To make it easier to engage the hooks and
holes, rotate the side brush counterclockwise while
the side brush lever is lowered.
Removal
While pinching inward on the grips of the hooks, remove
the side brush.
► Fig.8: 1. Grips of hooks
Charging the batteries
Indicating the remaining battery capacity
Press the check button on the battery cartridge to indi-
cate the remaining battery capacity. The indicator lamps
light up for a few seconds.
► Fig.9: 1. Indicator lamps 2. Check button
Indicator lamps
Lighted
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.
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Off Blinking
malfunctioned.
Remaining
capacity
75% to 100%
50% to 75%
25% to 50%
0% to 25%
Charge the
battery.
The battery
may have