Makita GA037G User manual
GA037G
GA038G
EN Cordless Angle Grinder INSTRUCTION MANUAL 9
FR Meuleuse d’Angle sans Fil MANUEL D’INSTRUCTIONS 23
DE Akku-Winkelschleifer BETRIEBSANLEITUNG 39
IT Smerigliatrice angolare a
batteria ISTRUZIONI PER L’USO 55
NL Haakse accuslijpmachine GEBRUIKSAANWIJZING 72
ES Esmeriladora Angular
Inalámbrica
MANUAL DE
INSTRUCCIONES 88
PT Esmerilhadeira Angular a
Bateria MANUAL DE INSTRUÇÕES 104
DA Ledningsfri vinkelsliber BRUGSANVISNING 120
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TR KULLANMA KILAVUZU 152
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ENGLISH (Original instructions)
SPECIFICATIONS
Model: GA037G GA038G
Wheel diameter 180 mm 230 mm
Max. wheel thickness 7.2 mm 6.5 mm
Spindle thread
7,800 min-1 6,600 min-1
Overall length 535 mm *1
Rated voltage D.C. 36 V - 40 V max
Net weight 4.4 - 5.4 kg 4.6 - 7.4 kg
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Applicable battery cartridge and charger
Charger
residence.
WARNING: Only use the battery cartridges and chargers listed above.
Intended use
Noise
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ing to EN60745-2-3:
Model GA037G
pA
WA
Model GA038G
pA
WA
NOTE:
another.
NOTE:
WARNING: Wear ear protection.
WARNING:
The noise emission during actual
value(s) depending on the ways in which the tool is
used especially what kind of workpiece is processed.
WARNING:
Be sure to identify safety measures
to protect the operator that are based on an estima-
tion of exposure in the actual conditions of use (tak-
ing account of all parts of the operating cycle such
it is running idle in addition to the trigger time).
Vibration
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mined according to EN60745-2-3:
Model GA037G
h, AG2
2
h, AG2
2
Work mode: disc sanding with normal side grip
h, DS2
2
Work mode: disc sanding with anti vibration side grip
h, DS2
2
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Model GA038G
h, AG2
2
h, AG2
2
Work mode: disc sanding with normal side grip
h, DS2or less
2
Work mode: disc sanding with anti vibration side grip
h, DS2or less
2
NOTE:
NOTE:
WARNING: The vibration emission during
declared value(s) depending on the ways in which
the tool is used especially what kind of workpiece
is processed.
WARNING: Be sure to identify safety mea-
sures to protect the operator that are based on an
estimation of exposure in the actual conditions of
use (taking account of all parts of the operating
cycle such as the times when the tool is switched
trigger time).
WARNING: The declared vibration emission
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EC Declaration of Conformity
For European countries only
SAFETY WARNINGS
General power tool safety warnings
WARNING: Read all safety warnings, instruc-
with this power tool.
Save all warnings and instruc-
tions for future reference.
Cordless grinder safety warnings
Safety Warnings Common for Grinding, Sanding,
1.
This power tool is intended to function as a
all safety warnings, instructions, illustrations
2. Operations such as polishing are not rec-
ommended to be performed with this power
tool.
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3. -
cally designed and recommended by the tool
manufacturer.
4. The rated speed of the accessory must be at
least equal to the maximum speed marked on
the power tool.
5. The outside diameter and the thickness of your
accessory must be within the capacity rating
of your power tool.
6.
Threaded mounting of accessories must match
the grinder spindle thread. For accessories
7.
Do not use a damaged accessory. Before each
use inspect the accessory such as abrasive
wheels for chips and cracks, backing pad for
cracks, tear or excess wear, wire brush for loose
or cracked wires. If power tool or accessory
is dropped, inspect for damage or install an
undamaged accessory. After inspecting and
installing an accessory, position yourself and
bystanders away from the plane of the rotating
accessory and run the power tool at maximum
no-load speed for one minute. Damaged acces-
8. Wear personal protective equipment.
Depending on application, use face shield,
safety goggles or safety glasses. As appro-
priate, wear dust mask, hearing protectors,
gloves and workshop apron capable of stop-
ping small abrasive or workpiece fragments.
Keep bystanders a safe distance away from
work area. Anyone entering the work area
must wear personal protective equipment.
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10. Hold the power tool by insulated gripping
surfaces only, when performing an operation
where the cutting tool may contact hidden
wiring. Contact with a "live" wire will also make
11. Never lay the power tool down until the acces-
sory has come to a complete stop. The spinning
12. Do not run the power tool while carrying it at
your side. Accidental contact with the spinning
13. Regularly clean the power tool’s air vents. The
14.
materials.
15. Do not use accessories that require liquid
coolants.
Kickback and Related Warnings
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1.
position your body and arm to allow you to
resist kickback forces. Always use auxiliary
handle, if provided, for maximum control over
kickback or torque reaction during start-up.
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2. Never place your hand near the rotating acces-
sory.
3. Do not position your body in the area where
power tool will move if kickback occurs.
4. Use special care when working corners, sharp
edges etc. Avoid bouncing and snagging the
accessory.
5. Do not attach a saw chain woodcarving blade
or toothed saw blade.-
1. Use only wheel types that are recommended
designed for the selected wheel.
which the power tool was not designed cannot be
2. The grinding surface of centre depressed
wheels must be mounted below the plane of
the guard lip.
3.
The guard must be securely attached to the
power tool and positioned for maximum safety,
so the least amount of wheel is exposed towards
the operator. -
4.
Wheels must be used only for recommended
applications. For example: do not grind with the
5.
of correct size and shape for your selected
wheel.
6. Do not use worn down wheels from larger
power tools.
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sive pressure. Do not attempt to make an
excessive depth of cut. Overstressing the wheel
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2. Do not position your body in line with and
behind the rotating wheel. When the wheel, at
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3. When wheel is binding or when interrupting
tool and hold the power tool motionless until
the wheel comes to a complete stop. Never
cut while the wheel is in motion otherwise
kickback may occur. Investigate and take correc-
4. Do not restart the cutting operation in the
workpiece. Let the wheel reach full speed and
carefully re-enter the cut.
the workpiece.
5. Support panels or any oversized workpiece to
minimize the risk of wheel pinching and kick-
back.
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6. Use extra caution when making a “pocket cut”
into existing walls or other blind areas. The
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1. Do not use excessively oversized sanding
disc paper. Follow manufacturers recommen-
dations, when selecting sanding paper.
1. Be aware that wire bristles are thrown by the
brush even during ordinary operation. Do not
overstress the wires by applying excessive
load to the brush.
penetrate light clothing and/or skin.
2. If the use of a guard is recommended for wire
brushing, do not allow any interference of the
wire wheel or brush with the guard. Wire wheel
Additional Safety Warnings:
1.
When using depressed centre grinding wheels,
2. NEVER USE Stone Cup type wheels with this
grinder.
3.
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cially the installing surface) or the lock nut. Damage to
these parts could result in wheel breakage.
4. Make sure the wheel is not contacting the
workpiece before the switch is turned on.
5. Before using the tool on an actual workpiece,
let it run for a while. Watch for vibration or
wobbling that could indicate poor installation
or a poorly balanced wheel.
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form the grinding.
7. Do not leave the tool running. Operate the tool
only when hand-held.
8.
Do not touch the workpiece immediately after opera-
tion; it may be extremely hot and could burn your skin.
Do not touch accessories immediately after
operation; it may be extremely hot and could
burn your skin.
10. Observe the instructions of the manufacturer
for correct mounting and use of wheels.
Handle and store wheels with care.
11. Do not use separate reducing bushings or
adaptors to adapt large hole abrasive wheels.
12.
13.
hole wheel, ensure that the thread in the wheel
is long enough to accept the spindle length.
14.
Check that the workpiece is properly supported.
15. Pay attention that the wheel continues to
16. If working place is extremely hot and humid,
or badly polluted by conductive dust, use a
short-circuit breaker (30 mA) to assure opera-
tor safety.
17. Do not use the tool on any materials contain-
ing asbestos.
18.
the dust collecting wheel guard required by
domestic regulation.
Cutting discs must not be subjected to any
lateral pressure.
20. Do not use cloth work gloves during operation.
21. Make sure there are no electrical cables, water
pipes, gas pipes etc. that could cause a hazard
if damaged by use of the tool.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS.
WARNING: DO NOT let comfort or familiarity
with product (gained from repeated use) replace
strict adherence to safety rules for the subject
product. MISUSE or failure to follow the safety
rules stated in this instruction manual may cause
serious personal injury.
Important safety instructions for
battery cartridge
1. Before using battery cartridge, read all instruc-
tions and cautionary markings on (1) battery
charger, (2) battery, and (3) product using
battery.
2. Do not disassemble or tamper the battery
cartridge.
or explosion.
3. If operating time has become excessively
shorter, stop operating immediately. It may
result in a risk of overheating, possible burns
and even an explosion.
4. If electrolyte gets into your eyes, rinse them
out with clear water and seek medical atten-
tion right away. It may result in loss of your
eyesight.
5. Do not short the battery cartridge:
Do not touch the terminals with any con-
ductive material.
Avoid storing battery cartridge in a con-
tainer with other metal objects such as
nails, coins, etc.
Do not expose battery cartridge to water
or rain.
A battery short can cause a large current
breakdown.
6. Do not store and use the tool and battery car-
tridge in locations where the temperature may
reach or exceed 50 °C (122 °F).
7. Do not incinerate the battery cartridge even if
it is severely damaged or is completely worn
8. Do not nail, cut, crush, throw, drop the battery
cartridge, or hit against a hard object to the
battery cartridge.
Do not use a damaged battery.
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10.
The contained lithium-ion batteries are subject to
the Dangerous Goods Legislation requirements.
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11. When disposing the battery cartridge, remove
it from the tool and dispose of it in a safe
place. Follow your local regulations relating to
disposal of battery.
12. Use the batteries only with the products
Installing the batteries to
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13. If the tool is not used for a long period of time,
the battery must be removed from the tool.
14. During and after use, the battery cartridge may
take on heat which can cause burns or low
temperature burns. Pay attention to the han-
dling of hot battery cartridges.
15. Do not touch the terminal of the tool imme-
diately after use as it may get hot enough to
cause burns.
16. Do not allow chips, dust, or soil stuck into the
terminals, holes, and grooves of the battery
cartridge.
17. Unless the tool supports the use near
high-voltage electrical power lines, do not use
the battery cartridge near a high-voltage elec-
trical power lines.
18. Keep the battery away from children.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS.
CAUTION: Only use genuine Makita batteries.
charger.
Tips for maintaining maximum
battery life
1. Charge the battery cartridge before completely
discharged. Always stop tool operation and
charge the battery cartridge when you notice
less tool power.
2. Never recharge a fully charged battery car-
tridge. Overcharging shortens the battery
service life.
3.
Charge the battery cartridge with room tempera-
ture at 10 °C - 40 °C (50 °F - 104 °F). Let a hot
battery cartridge cool down before charging it.
4. When not using the battery cartridge, remove
it from the tool or the charger.
5. Charge the battery cartridge if you do not use
it for a long period (more than six months).
Important safety instructions for
wireless unit
1.
Do not disassemble or tamper with the wireless unit.
2.
Keep the wireless unit away from young children. If acci-
dentally swallowed, seek medical attention immediately.
3. Use the wireless unit only with Makita tools.
4.
Do not expose the wireless unit to rain or wet conditions.
5. Do not use the wireless unit in places where
the temperature exceeds 50°C (122°F).
6.
Do not operate the wireless unit in places where medi-
cal instruments, such as heart pace makers are nearby.
7.
Do not operate the wireless unit in places where
automated devices are nearby.-
8.
Do not operate the wireless unit in places under
high temperature or places where static elec-
tricity or electrical noise could be generated.
The wireless unit can produce electromagnetic
10. The wireless unit is an accurate instrument. Be
careful not to drop or strike the wireless unit.
11. Avoid touching the terminal of the wireless
unit with bare hands or metallic materials.
12. Always remove the battery on the product
when installing the wireless unit into it.
13. When opening the lid of the slot, avoid the
place where dust and water may come into the
slot. Always keep the inlet of the slot clean.
14.
Always insert the wireless unit in the correct direction.
15. Do not press the wireless activation button
on the wireless unit too hard and/or press the
button with an object with a sharp edge.
16.
Always close the lid of the slot when operating.
17.
Do not remove the wireless unit from the slot
while the power is being supplied to the tool.
18. Do not remove the sticker on the wireless unit.
Do not put any sticker on the wireless unit.
20.
Do not leave the wireless unit in a place where static
electricity or electrical noise could be generated.
21.
Do not leave the wireless unit in a place subject
to high heat, such as a car sitting in the sun.
22.
Do not leave the wireless unit in a dusty or powdery
place or in a place corrosive gas could be generated.
23. Sudden change of the temperature may bedew
the wireless unit. Do not use the wireless unit
until the dew is completely dried.
24. When cleaning the wireless unit, gently wipe
with a dry soft cloth. Do not use benzine, thin-
ner, conductive grease or the like.
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 damaged. Water,
28.
Do not pull and/or twist the lid of the slot more than
necessary.
Replace the lid of the slot if it is lost or damaged.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS.
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FUNCTIONAL DESCRIPTION
CAUTION: Always be sure that the tool is
before adjusting or checking function on the tool.
Installing or removing battery cartridge
CAUTION:
installing or removing of the battery cartridge.
CAUTION: Hold the tool and the battery car-
cartridge.
Fig.1: 1. Red indicator 2.3.
CAUTION: Always install the battery cartridge
fully until the red indicator cannot be seen.
CAUTION: Do not install the battery cartridge
forcibly.
Indicating the remaining battery capacity
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Fig.2: 1. Indicator lamps 2.
Indicator lamps Remaining
capacity
Lighted Blinking
75% to 100%
50% to 75%
25% to 50%
0% to 25%
Charge the
NOTE:
NOTE:
Tool / battery protection system
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Overload protection
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Overheat protection
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Overdischarge protection
Shaft lock
installing or removing accessories.
Fig.3: 1.
NOTICE: Never actuate the shaft lock when the
spindle is moving.
Switch action
CAUTION: Before installing the battery car-
tridge into the tool, always check to see that the
switch lever actuates properly and returns to the
"OFF" position when released.
CAUTION: Do not pull the switch lever hard
switch breakage.
CAUTION:
For your safety, this tool is equipped
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tended starting. NEVER use the tool if it runs when
you simply pull the switch trigger without pulling the
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vice center for proper repairs BEFORE further usage.
CAUTION: NEVER tape down or defeat pur-
To stop the tool, release the switch lever.
Fig.4: 1.2. Switch lever
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Accidental re-start preventive
function
switch lever, the tool does not start.
Electronic torque control function
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Soft start feature
Electric brake
the switch still on.
ASSEMBLY
CAUTION: Always be sure that the tool is
before adjusting or checking function on the tool.
Installing side grip (handle)
CAUTION: Always be sure that the side grip is
installed securely before operation.
Fig.5
Installing or removing wheel guard
When using a depressed center
wheel brush
WARNING:
on the tool so that the closed side of the guard
always points toward the operator.
Fig.6: 1.2.
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that it can protect the operator according to work.
Fig.7: 1.2.
Fig.8: 1.
Fig.9: 1.2.
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diamond wheel
Optional accessory
WARNING: Be sure to use only the special
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Fig.10: 1.2.3. Screw
Installing or removing depressed
Optional accessory
WARNING: When using a depressed center
on the tool so that the closed side of the guard
always points toward the operator.
CAUTION: Make sure that the mounting part
Fig.11: 1.2. Depressed center wheel
3.4.
Fig.12: 1.2.
in reverse.
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Optional accessory
WARNING: Always use supplied guard when
Fig.13:
1.2.3.4.
Installing or removing abrasive disc
Optional accessory
Fig.14:
1.2. Abrasive disc 3.
1.
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3.
NOTE:-
Installing or removing Ezynut
Optional accessory
Only for tools with M14 spindle thread.
CAUTION: Do not use Ezynut with Super
Flange or angle grinder with “F” on the end of
entire thread cannot be retained by the spindle.
Fig.15:
1.2. Abrasive wheel 3.4. Spindle
Fig.16: 1.
NOTE:
Fig.17: 1. Arrow 2. Notch
Fig.18
Optional accessory
WARNING:
/ diamond wheel, be sure to use only the special
WARNING:
Fig.19: 1.2.-
mond wheel 3.4.
For Australia and New Zealand
Fig.20: 1.2.3. Abrasive
4. Inner
5.
Installing wire cup brush
Optional accessory
CAUTION: Do not use brush that is damaged,
or which is out of balance.
Fig.21: 1.
Installing wire wheel brush
Optional accessory
CAUTION: Do not use wire wheel brush that
is damaged, or which is out of balance.
CAUTION: ALWAYS use guard with wire
inside guard.
Fig.22: 1.
Optional accessory
WARNING:
are 7 mm or thinner, place the convex section of
the lock nut upwards and attach to the spindle.
CAUTION: Dust collecting wheel guard for the
not use this guard with any other cutting acces-
sory or for any other purpose.
CAUTION: Before operation, make sure that
a vacuum cleaner is connected to the tool and
turned on.
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Fig.23: 1.2. Convex section 3.
diamond wheel 4.5. Spindle
6.
diamond wheel 7.
Connecting a vacuum cleaner
Optional accessory
WARNING: Never vacuum metal particles
created by grinding/cutting/sanding operation.
cleaner.
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cleaner.
Fig.24: 1.2.
OPERATION
WARNING: It should never be necessary to
force the tool.-
WARNING: ALWAYS replace wheel if tool is
dropped while grinding.
WARNING: NEVER bang or hit grinding disc
or wheel onto work.
WARNING: Avoid bouncing and snagging
the wheel, especially when working corners,
sharp edges etc.
kickback.
WARNING: NEVER use tool with wood cutting
blades and other saw blades.
CAUTION: Never switch on the tool when it
is in contact with the workpiece, it may cause an
injury to operator.
CAUTION: Always wear safety goggles or a
face shield during operation.
CAUTION:
the tool and wait until the wheel has come to a
complete stop before putting the tool down.
CAUTION:
one hand on housing and the other on the side
grip (handle).
Grinding and sanding operation
Fig.25
workpiece.
diamond wheel
Optional accessory
WARNING: Do not "jam" the wheel or apply
excessive pressure. Do not attempt to make an
excessive depth of cut. Overstressing the wheel
WARNING: Do not start the cutting operation
in the workpiece. Let the wheel reach full speed
and carefully enter into the cut moving the tool
forward over the workpiece surface. The wheel
started in the workpiece.
WARNING: During cutting operations, never
change the angle of the wheel. Placing side pres-
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WARNING: A diamond wheel shall be oper-
ated perpendicular to the material being cut.
wheel
Fig.26
Usage example: operation with diamond wheel
Fig.27
Operation with wire cup brush
Optional accessory
CAUTION: Check operation of brush by run-
ning tool with no load, insuring that no one is in
front of or in line with brush.
NOTICE: Avoid applying too much pressure
which causes over bending of wires when using
brush.
Usage example: operation with wire cup brush
Fig.28
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Operation with wire wheel brush
Optional accessory
CAUTION: Check operation of wire wheel
brush by running tool with no load, insuring that
no one is in front of or in line with the wire wheel
brush.
NOTICE: Avoid applying too much pressure
which causes over bending of wires when
using wire wheel brush.
breakage.
Usage example: operation with wire wheel brush
Fig.29
WIRELESS ACTIVATION
FUNCTION
What you can do with the wireless
activation function
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Fig.30
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ing items:
1.
2.
3.
Installing the wireless unit
Optional accessory
CAUTION:
surface when installing the wireless unit.
NOTICE: Clean the dust and dirt on the tool
before installing the wireless unit.
NOTICE: To prevent the malfunction caused by
static, touch a static discharging material, such
as a metal part of the tool, before picking up the
wireless unit.
NOTICE: When installing the wireless unit,
always be sure that the wireless unit is inserted
in the correct direction and the lid is completely
closed.
1.
Fig.31: 1.
2.
the lid.
with the recessed portions on the slot.
Fig.32: 1.2.3.
4. Recessed portion
Fig.33: 1.2. Hook 3.
NOTICE: Always use the hooks on the back of
the lid when removing the wireless unit.
Tool registration for the vacuum
cleaner
NOTE:
registration.
NOTE:
NOTE:
NOTE:
cleaner, too.
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1.
tool.
2.
"AUTO".
Fig.34: 1.
3. -
lamp blinks in green. And then press the wireless acti-
Fig.35: 1.2. Wireless
activation lamp
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NOTE:
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NOTE:-
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Starting the wireless activation function
NOTE:
cleaner prior to the wireless activation.
NOTE:
cleaner, too.
1.
2.
Fig.36
3.
Fig.37: 1.
4.
Fig.38: 1.2. Wireless
activation lamp
5.
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NOTE: The wireless activation lamp on the tool will
NOTE:
NOTE:
NOTE: When two or more tools are registered to one
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Description of the wireless activation lamp status
Fig.39: 1. Wireless activation lamp
Status Wireless activation lamp Description
Color
On
Blinking
Duration
When
the tool is
Tool
registration
Green 20 seconds
2 seconds
Cancelling
tool
registration
Red 20 seconds
2 seconds
Others Red 3 seconds -
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Cancelling tool registration for the
vacuum cleaner
1.
2.
Fig.40: 1.
3.
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Fig.41: 1.2. Wireless
activation lamp
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NOTE:
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Troubleshooting for wireless activation function
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State of abnormality Probable cause (malfunction) Remedy
The wireless activation lamp does
not light/blink.
into the tool.
cleaner is not set to "AUTO".
"AUTO".
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into the tool.
cleaner is not set to "AUTO".
"AUTO".
Incorrect operation
again.
waves.
ovens.
the tool.
into the tool.
cleaner is not set to "AUTO".
"AUTO".
More than 10 tools are registered to the
registrations.
waves.
ovens.
their tools.
tools.
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