Makita DHW080ZK User manual

INSTRUCTION MANUAL
Cordless High Pressure Washer
DHW080
ENGLISH: Original instructions
Read before use.

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WARNING
• Machines shall not be used by children. Children should be
supervised to ensure that they do not play with the machine.
• This machine is not intended for use by persons (including chil-
dren) with reduced physical, sensory, or mental capabilities, or
lack of experience and knowledge.
• This machine has been designed for use with the cleaning agent
supplied or recommended by the manufacturer. The use of other
cleaning agents or chemicals may adversely a󰀨ect the safety of
the machine.
• During use of high pressure cleaners, aerosols may be formed.
Inhalation of aerosols can be hazardous to health.
• Depending on the application, shielded nozzles can be used
for high pressure cleaning, which will reduce the emission of
hydrous aerosols dramatically. However, not all applications
allow the use of such a device. If shielded nozzles are not appli-
cable for the protection against aerosols, a respiratory mask of
class FFP 2 or equivalent may be needed, depending on the
cleaning environment.
• The employer shall perform a risk assessment in order to spec-
ify the necessary protective measures regarding aerosols,
depending on the surface to be cleaned and its environment.
Respiratory masks of class FFP 2, an equivalent or higher are
suitable for the protection against hydrous aerosols.
• High pressure jets can be dangerous if subject to misuse. The jet
must not be directed at persons, live electrical equipment or the
machine itself.
• Do not use the machine within range of persons unless they
wear protective clothing.
• Do not direct the jet against yourself or others in order to clean
clothes or foot-wear.
• Risk of explosion – Do not spray ammable liquids.
• High pressure cleaners shall not be used by children or
untrained personnel.
• High pressure hoses, ttings and couplings are important for the
safety of the machine. Use only hoses, ttings and couplings
recommended by the manufacturer.

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• To ensure machine safety, use only original spare parts from the
manufacturer or approved by the manufacturer.
• Always be sure that the tool is switched o󰀨 and battery cartridges
are removed before carrying out any work on the tool.
• Do not use the machine if important parts of the machine are
damaged, e.g. safety devices, high pressure hoses, trigger gun.
• Always remove the battery cartridges when leaving the machine
unattended.
• Comply with the requirements of the local water supply company.
• For European countries:
According to EN12729 (BA), the appliance can also be con-
nected to the mains drinking water supply if a backow preventer
valve with drain facility is installed in the supply hose.
SPECIFICATIONS
Model: DHW080
Max. feed volume *1 6.3 L/min
Water ow rate *2 High mode 5.5 L/min
Low mode 4.0 L/min
Max. permissible pressure 8.0 MPa
Working pressure *2 High mode 5.5 MPa
Low mode 3.0 MPa
Max. feed pressure 1.0 MPa
Max. feed temperature 40 °C
Max. suction height 1 m
Rated voltage D.C. 36 V
Dimensions
(L x W x H)
438 mm x 218 mm x 269 mm
Weight 7.1 kg - 7.7 kg
Water protection IPX5
*1 : When using the washing brush. *2 : When using the spray lance.
• Due to our continuing program of research and development, the specications herein are subject to change
without notice.
• Specications may di󰀨er from country to country.
• The weight may di󰀨er depending on the attachment(s), including the battery cartridge. The lightest and heavi-
est combination, according to EPTA-Procedure 01/2014, are shown in the table.
Applicable battery cartridge and charger
Battery cartridge BL1815N / BL1820B / BL1830B / BL1840B / BL1850B / BL1860B
Charger DC18RC / DC18RD / DC18RE / DC18SD / DC18SE / DC18SF /
DC18SH
• 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 re.

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Symbols
The followings show the symbols which may be used
for the equipment. Be sure that you understand their
meaning before use.
Read the instruction manual.
Take particular care and attention.
Ni-MH
Li-ion
Only for EU countries
Due to the presence of hazardous com-
ponents in the equipment, waste electrical
and electronic equipment, accumulators
and batteries may have a negative impact
on the environment and human health.
Do not dispose of electrical and electronic
appliances or batteries with household
waste!
In accordance with the European Directive
on waste electrical and electronic equip-
ment and on accumulators and batteries
and waste accumulators and batteries,
as well as their adaptation to national law,
waste electrical equipment, batteries and
accumulators should be stored separately
and delivered to a separate collection point
for municipal waste, operating in accor-
dance with the regulations on environmen-
tal protection.
This is indicated by the symbol of the
crossed-out wheeled bin placed on the
equipment.
Do not connect to a potable water faucet.
Do not direct the jet at people including
yourself, animals, and live electrical
equipments.
Intended use
This tool is intended for cleaning stubborn dirt by using
water jet. This tool is intended for household use.
IMPORTANT SAFETY
WARNINGS
WARNING: Read all safety warnings and
all instructions. Failure to follow the warnings and
instructions may result in electric shock, re and/or
serious injury.
Save all warnings and instruc-
tions for future reference.
WARNING – When using this product, basic pre-
cautions should always be followed, including the
following:
Work area safety
1. Keep operating area clear of all persons.
2. Do not overreach or stand on unstable sup-
ports. Keep good footing and balance at all
times.
3. Always place the high pressure washer body
on a level and stable surface. Avoid areas
where the ejected water will run or pool.
4. Before cleaning, check the surroundings and
objects to be cleaned. High pressure jets can
scrape away paint or other surface treatments
including toxic chemicals. Take the preventive
measures if necessary.
5. Be careful not to trip over by the hose of the
high pressure washer. Always be aware of the
conguration of the hose during operation.
6. During use, a small amount of water will come
out from the bottom of the high pressure
washer. Avoid locating the high pressure
washer in the areas where you don't want to
wet.
Personal safety
1. To protect against the jet and objects by the
jet, operators should wear appropriate cloth-
ing such as safety boots, safety gloves, safety
helmets with visors, hearing protection, etc.
2. Do not use the high pressure washer within
range of persons unless they wear protective
clothing.
3. To reduce the risk of injury, close supervision
is necessary when the product is used near
children.
4. If connection is made to a potable water sys-
tem, the system shall be protected against
backow.
5. Water that has owed through backow pre-
venter is considered to be non-potable.
Electrical safety
1. Never touch battery cartridges with wet hands.
2. Do not use the machine if the important parts
of the machine are damaged, e.g. safety
devices, high pressure hoses, or the trigger
gun.
Power tool use and care
1. Read all the instructions before using the
product.
2. Know how to stop the high pressure washer
and bleed pressures quickly. Be thoroughly
familiar with the controls.
3. High pressure jets can be dangerous if mis-
used. The jet must not be directed at people,
live electrical equipment, or the machine itself.
4. This machine is not intended for use by per-
sons (including children) with reduced physi-
cal, sensory, or mental capabilities, or lack of
experience and knowledge.
5. Children should be supervised to ensure that
they do not play with the appliance.
6. Do not spray ammable and/or toxic liquids.
This may cause an explosion, intoxication, or
damage to the machine.
7. Do not direct the jet against yourself or others
in order to clean clothes or foot-wear.
8. High pressure hoses, ttings and couplings
are important for the safety of the machine.
Use only hoses, ttings and couplings recom-
mended by the manufacturer.
9. Follow the instructions when changing
accessories.

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10. Keep handles dry, clean, and free of oil or
grease.
11. Stay alert – watch what you are doing.
12. Do not operate the product when fatigued or
under the inuence of alcohol or drugs.
13. Do not run the high pressure washer without
water for longer than one minute. It will dam-
age the motor, resulting in malfunction.
14. Always turn o󰀨 the power and shut o󰀨 the
water mains when leaving the high pressure
washer unattended.
15. Be wary of the kickback. The trigger gun
recoils when the high pressure jet is ejected
from the nozzle. Hold the trigger gun rmly to
prevent accidental injuries.
16. Check for damaged or worn parts before use.
Also make sure that the hose is properly con-
nected and there is no leakage during oper-
ation. Operating the machine with functional
defects may cause an accident.
17. This machine has been designed for use with
the cleaning agent supplied or recommended
by the manufacturer. The use of other cleaning
agents or chemicals may adversely a󰀨ect the
safety of the machine.
18. Do not pull the hose to move the high pressure
washer body. This will damage the hose and
connecting parts and result in a short circuit
or functional defects.
19. Do not put heavy objects on the hose or let
vehicles drive over it.
20. Always discharge the residual pressure in the
trigger gun before disconnecting the hose.
21. When connecting the hose to the water mains,
observe the instructions of your local water-
works department or company.
22. If the high pressure washer is dropped or hits
against an hard object, be sure to check for
damage and crack. Using the high pressure
washer damaged may generate smoke, re, or
cause electric shock, which result in personal
injury.
23. During use of high pressure cleaners, aerosols
may be formed. Inhalation of aerosols can be
hazardous to health.
24. Depending on the application, shielded noz-
zles can be used for high pressure cleaning,
which will reduce the emission of hydrous
aerosols dramatically. However, not all appli-
cations allow the use of such a device. If
shielded nozzles are not applicable for the pro-
tection against aerosols, a respiratory mask
of class FFP 2 or equivalent may be needed,
depending on the cleaning environment.
25. The employer shall perform a risk assessment
in order to specify the necessary protective
measures regarding aerosols, depending on
the surface to be cleaned and its environment.
Respiratory masks of class FFP 2, an equiv-
alent or higher are suitable for the protection
against hydrous aerosols.
26. Prevent unintentional starting. Ensure the
switch is in the o󰀨-position before connecting
to battery pack, picking up or carrying the
appliance. Carrying the appliance with your nger
on the switch or energizing appliance that have
the switch on invites accidents.
27. Disconnect the battery pack from the appli-
ance before making any adjustments, chang-
ing accessories, or storing appliance. Such
preventive safety measures reduce the risk of
starting the appliance accidentally.
28. Do not modify or attempt to repair the appli-
ance or the battery pack except as indicated in
the instructions for use and care.
29. WARNING – Risk of Injection or Injury– Do Not
Direct Discharge Stream At Persons.
Battery tool use and care
1. Recharge only with the charger specied by
the manufacturer. A charger that is suitable for
one type of battery pack may create a risk of re
when used with another battery pack.
2. Use power tools only with specically desig-
nated battery packs. Use of any other battery
packs may create a risk of injury and re.
3. When battery pack is not in use, keep it away
from other metal objects, like paper clips,
coins, keys, nails, screws or other small metal
objects, that can make a connection from one
terminal to another. Shorting the battery termi-
nals together may cause burns or a re.
4. Under abusive conditions, liquid may be
ejected from the battery; avoid contact. If con-
tact accidentally occurs, ush with water. If
liquid contacts eyes, additionally seek medical
help. Liquid ejected from the battery may cause
irritation or burns.
5. Do not use a battery pack or tool that is dam-
aged or modied. Damaged or modied batteries
may exhibit unpredictable behaviour resulting in
re, explosion or risk of injury.
6. Do not expose a battery pack or tool to re or
excessive temperature. Exposure to re or tem-
perature above 130 °C may cause explosion.
7. Follow all charging instructions and do not
charge the battery pack or tool outside the
temperature range specied in the instruc-
tions. Charging improperly or at temperatures
outside the specied range may damage the
battery and increase the risk of re.
Service
1. Follow the maintenance instructions specied
in the manual.
2. To ensure machine safety, use only original
spare parts from the manufacturer or approved
by the manufacturer.
3. Have your high pressure washer serviced by
a qualied repair person using only identi-
cal replacement parts. This will ensure that
the safety of the high pressure washer is
maintained.
4. In case of breakdown or malfunction of the
high pressure washer, immediately switch
it o󰀨 and remove the battery cartridge(s).
Contact your local dealer or service center.