Makita DCL184 User manual

INSTRUCTION MANUAL
MANUEL D'INSTRUCTION
MANUAL DE INSTRUCCIONES
Cordless Cleaner
Aspirateur sans Fil
Aspiradora Inalámbrica
DCL184
IMPORTANT: Read Before Using.
IMPORTANT : Lire avant usage.
IMPORTANTE: Lea antes de usar.

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ENGLISH (Original instructions)
SPECIFICATIONS
Model: DCL184
Capacity with a dust bag 500 mL
with a paper lter 330 mL
Continuous use
(with battery BL1830B)
1 (Normal speed mode) Approx. 80 min
2 (High speed mode) Approx. 30 min
3 (Max speed mode) Approx. 20 min
Overall length (with battery BL1830B) 365 mm (14-3/8")
Rated voltage D.C. 18 V
Net weight 1.8 - 2.2 kg (4.0 - 4.9 lbs)
• 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 does not include accessories but battery cartridge(s). The lightest and heaviest combination weight
of the appliance and battery cartridge(s) 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 / DC18WC
• 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.
SAFETY WARNINGS
IMPORTANT
SAFETY
INSTRUCTIONS
When using an electrical appliance,
basic precautions should always be fol-
lowed, including the following:
READ ALL
INSTRUCTIONS
BEFORE USING
THIS APPLIANCE.
WARNING
To reduce the risk of re, electric shock
or injury:
1. Do not leave appliance when battery
tted. Remove battery from appli-
ance when not in use and before
servicing.
2. Do not use on wet surfaces. Do not
expose to rain. Store indoors.
3. Do not allow to be used as a toy.
Close attention is necessary when
used by or near children.
4. Use only as described in this man-
ual. Use only manufacturer's recom-
mended attachments.
5. Do not use with damaged battery.
If appliance is not working as it
should, has been dropped, dam-
aged, left outdoors, or dropped into
water, return it to a service center.

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6. Do not handle appliance with wet
hands.
7. Do not put any object into open-
ings. Do not use with any opening
blocked; keep free of dust, lint, hair,
and anything that may reduce air
ow.
8. Keep hair, loose clothing, ngers,
and all parts of body away from
openings and moving parts.
9. Turn o󰀨 all controls before removing
the battery cartridge.
10. Use extra care when cleaning on
stairs.
11. Do not use to pick up ammable or
combustible liquids, such as gaso-
line, or use in areas where they may
be present.
12. Do not pick up anything that is burn-
ing or smoking, such as cigarettes,
matches, or hot ashes.
13. Do not use without dust bag and/or
lters in place.
14. Do not charge the battery outdoors.
15. Prevent unintentional starting.
Ensure the switch is in the o󰀨-po-
sition before connecting to battery
pack, picking up or carrying the
appliance. Carrying the appliance with
your nger on the switch or energiz-
ing appliance that have the switch on
invites accidents.
16. Disconnect the battery pack from
the appliance before making any
adjustments, changing accessories,
or storing appliance. Such preventive
safety measures reduce the risk of
starting the appliance accidentally.
17. 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.
18. Use appliances only with speci-
cally designated battery packs. Use
of any other battery packs may create
a risk of injury and re.
19. 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 terminals
together may cause burns or a re.
20. Under abusive conditions, liquid
may be ejected from the battery;
avoid contact. If contact acciden-
tally occurs, ush with water. If liq-
uid contacts eyes, additionally seek
medical help. Liquid ejected from the
battery may cause irritation or burns.
21. Do not use a battery pack or appli-
ance that is damaged or modied.
Damaged or modied batteries may
exhibit unpredictable behaviour
resulting in re, explosion or risk of
injury.
22. Do not expose a battery pack or
appliance to re or excessive tem-
perature. Exposure to re or tem-
perature above 130 °C may cause
explosion.
23. Follow all charging instructions
and do not charge the battery
pack or appliance outside of the
temperature range specied in the
instructions. Charging improperly or
at temperatures outside of the speci-
ed range may damage the battery and
increase the risk of re.
24. Have servicing performed by a
qualied repair person using only
identical replacement parts. This will
ensure that the safety of the product is
maintained.
25. Do not modify or attempt to repair
the appliance or the battery pack
except as indicated in the instruc-
tions for use and care.
SAVE THESE
INSTRUCTIONS.

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ADDITIONAL
SAFETY RULES
This appliance is intended for commer-
cial use.
1. Read this instruction manual and
the charger instruction manual care-
fully before use.
2. Do not vacuum the following:
• Flammable liquid (kerosene,
gasoline, solvents such as ben-
zine, thinner, etc.)
• Hot substances that are burn-
ing or smoking (cigarettes,
matches, incense sticks, can-
dles, hot ashes), sparks and
metal dust generated by cutting
or grinding metal, etc.
• Flammable material (toner,
paint, spray, etc.)
• Foam like carpet cleaning agent,
etc. (they may cause explosion
or re)
• Explosive or pyrophoric sub-
stances (nitroglycerin, alumi-
num, magnesium, titanium, zinc,
red phosphorus, yellow phos-
phorus, celluloid, etc. and their
dust, gas or steam)
• Sharp objects (glass, cutlery,
wood splinter, metal, stone, nail,
razor, push pin, etc.)
• Solidifying and conductive
ne powder (metal or carbon
powder)
• Dehumidier
• Large amount of powder (our,
re extinguisher powder, etc.)
• Substances that cause toxic
symptoms
• Aggressive chemicals (acid,
leach, etc.)
• Liquid or damp garbage, includ-
ing vomit and excreta
• Asbestos
• Pesticides
Such action may cause re, injury
and/or property damage.
To reduce your exposure to these
chemicals, always wear approved
respiratory protection such as dust
masks that are specially designed
to lter out microscopic particles.
Direct the exhaust air away from
your face and body.
3. Stop operation immediately if you
notice anything abnormal.
4. If you drop or strike the cleaner,
check it carefully for cracks or dam-
age before operation.
5. Do not bring close to stoves or other
heat sources.
6. Do not block the intake hole or vent holes.
SAVE THESE
INSTRUCTIONS.
Symbols
The followings show the symbols used for tool.
volts
direct current
Important safety
instructions for
battery cartridge
1. Before using battery cartridge, read
all instructions and cautionary mark-
ings on (1) battery charger, (2) bat-
tery, and (3) product using battery.
2. Do not disassemble or tamper the
battery cartridge. It may result in a
re, excessive heat, or explosion.
3. If operating time has become excessively
shorter, stop operating immediately. It
may result in a risk of overheating, possi-
ble burns and even an explosion.
4. If electrolyte gets into your eyes,
rinse them out with clear water and
seek medical attention right away. It
may result in loss of your eyesight.

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5. Do not short the battery cartridge:
(1) Do not touch the terminals with
any conductive material.
(2) Avoid storing battery cartridge
in a container with other metal
objects such as nails, coins, etc.
(3) Do not expose battery cartridge
to water or rain.
A battery short can cause a large
current ow, overheating, possible
burns and even a breakdown.
6. Do not store and use the tool and
battery cartridge in locations where
the temperature may reach or
exceed 50 °C (122 °F).
7. Do not incinerate the battery car-
tridge even if it is severely damaged
or is completely worn out. The bat-
tery cartridge can explode in a re.
8. Do not nail, cut, crush, throw, drop
the battery cartridge, or hit against a
hard object to the battery cartridge.
Such conduct may result in a re,
excessive heat, or explosion.
9. Do not use a damaged battery.
10. The contained lithium-ion batteries
are subject to the Dangerous Goods
Legislation requirements.
For commercial transports e.g. by
third parties, forwarding agents,
special requirement on packaging
and labeling must be observed.
For preparation of the item being
shipped, consulting an expert for
hazardous material is required.
Please also observe possibly more
detailed national regulations.
Tape or mask o󰀨 open contacts and
pack up the battery in such a man-
ner that it cannot move around in
the packaging.
11. When disposing the battery car-
tridge, 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 prod-
ucts specied by Makita. Installing
the batteries to non-compliant products
may result in a re, excessive heat,
explosion, or leak of electrolyte.
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 handling
of hot battery cartridges.
15. Do not touch the terminal of the tool
immediately 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. It
may cause heating, catching re, burst
and malfunction of the tool or battery
cartridge, resulting in burns or personal
injury.
17. Unless the tool supports the use
near high-voltage electrical power
lines, do not use the battery car-
tridge near a high-voltage electrical
power lines. It may result in a mal-
function or breakdown of the tool or
battery cartridge.
18. Keep the battery away from
children.
SAVE THESE
INSTRUCTIONS.
CAUTION: Only use genuine Makita batteries.
Use of non-genuine Makita batteries, or batteries that
have been altered, may result in the battery bursting
causing res, personal injury and damage. It will
also void the Makita warranty for the Makita tool and
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 tem-
perature 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).

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FUNCTIONAL
DESCRIPTION
CAUTION: Always be sure that the tool is
switched o󰀨 and the battery cartridge is removed
before adjusting or checking function on the tool.
CAUTION: Take care not to trap nger(s)
between cleaner and battery when loading bat-
tery. Trapping nger(s) may cause injury.
Installing or removing battery
cartridge
CAUTION: Always switch o󰀨 the tool before
installing or removing of the battery cartridge.
CAUTION: Hold the tool and the battery car-
tridge rmly when installing or removing battery
cartridge. Failure to hold the tool and the battery
cartridge rmly may cause them to slip o󰀨 your hands
and result in damage to the tool and battery cartridge
and a personal injury.
1
2
3
Fig.1
► 1. Red indicator 2. Button 3. Battery cartridge
To remove the battery cartridge, slide it from the tool
while sliding the button on the front of the cartridge.
To install the battery cartridge, align the tongue on the
battery cartridge with the groove in the housing and slip
it into place. Insert it all the way until it locks in place
with a little click. If you can see the red indicator as
shown in the gure, it is not locked completely.
CAUTION: Always install the battery cartridge
fully until the red indicator cannot be seen. If not,
it may accidentally fall out of the tool, causing injury to
you or someone around you.
CAUTION: Do not install the battery cartridge
forcibly. If the cartridge does not slide in easily, it is
not being inserted correctly.
Tool / battery protection system
The tool is equipped with a tool/battery protection sys-
tem. This system automatically cuts o󰀨 power to the
motor to extend tool and battery life.
The tool will automatically stop during operation if the
tool or battery are placed under one of the following
conditions. In some conditions, the indication lamp
lights up.
1
Fig.2
► 1. Indication lamp
Overload protection
When the tool is operated in a manner that causes
it to draw an abnormally high current, the tool stops
automatically and the indicator lights up for about 60
seconds. In this situation, turn the tool o󰀨 and stop the
application that caused the tool to become overloaded.
Then turn the tool on to restart.
Overheat protection
When the tool/battery is overheated, the tool stops auto-
matically and the battery indicator lights up for about 60
seconds. The tool does not start even if you turn the tool
on. In this situation, let the battery cool before turning
the tool on again.
Overdischarge protection
When the remaining battery capacity gets low, the
indicator blinks. By further use, the tool stops and the
indicator lights up for about 60 seconds. If you turn the
tool on, the motor runs again but stops soon. In this
situation, charge the battery cartridge.
NOTE: The timing, at which the lamp lights up,
depends on the temperature at work place and the
battery cartridge conditions.

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Indicating the remaining battery
capacity
Only for battery cartridges with the indicator
1
2
Fig.3
► 1. Indicator lamps 2. Check button
Press the check button on the battery cartridge to indi-
cate the remaining battery capacity. The indicator lamps
light up for a few seconds.
Indicator lamps Remaining
capacity
Lighted O󰀨 Blinking
75% to 100%
50% to 75%
25% to 50%
0% to 25%
Charge the
battery.
The battery
may have
malfunctioned.
NOTE: Depending on the conditions of use and the
ambient temperature, the indication may di󰀨er slightly
from the actual capacity.
NOTE: The rst (far left) indicator lamp will blink when
the battery protection system works.
Switch action
2
1
Fig.4
► 1. ON/speed change button 2. OFF button
To start the cleaner, simply push the ON/speed change
button. To switch o󰀨, push the OFF button.
You can change the cleaner speed in three steps by
pushing the ON/speed change button.
The rst push on this button is for high speed mode, the
second push for max speed mode and the third push for
normal speed mode. Each push on this button repeats
the high/max/normal speed cycle alternatively.
ASSEMBLY
CAUTION: Always be sure that the tool is
switched o󰀨 and the battery cartridge is removed
before carrying out any work on the tool.
Dust bag and paper lter
Install either dust bag or paper lter before using cleaner.
Use the dust stopper when installing either dust bag or
paper lter.
Dust bag are usable many times repeatedly by cleaning
it out.
Paper lter is a throw-away type. Throw away the entire
paper lter without emptying when it has become full.
NOTICE: To prevent dust from getting into the
motor:
• Make sure that the dust bag or paper lter is
installed before use.
• Insert the dust stopper together with the
dust bag or paper lter all the way into the
slots when installing them.
• Do not use a broken or ripped bag.
Otherwise the motor may be broken.
NOTICE: Do not fold the cardboard at its open-
ing when installing the paper lter.
NOTICE: Never throw away the dust stopper
because it needs to be used repeatedly whenever
either the dust bag or the paper lter is used.
NOTICE: The paper lter for the cleaner is an
important component for maintaining the tool
performance. Using other than the genuine paper
lter may cause smokes or ignition.

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Installing dust bag
Use the dust stopper when installing dust bag. Be
careful not to take the upper side for the lower side by
mistake because they are di󰀨erent each other.
1
2
1
2
Fig.5
► 1. Upper side of the dust stopper 2. Lower side of
the dust stopper
1. Insert the protrusion of the dust bag into the
groove on the dust stopper as shown in the gure.
The dust bag does not have distinction between the
upper and lower sides. You can insert its protrusion of
either side into the groove of the dust stopper.
1
2
3
Fig.6
► 1. Dust stopper 2. Groove 3. Dust bag
2. Overlap the frame of dust stopper with that of the
dust bag.
Fig.7
3. Place the dust stopper and the dust bag together
into the cleaner cavity in the same direction of arrow on
the dust stopper. Insert them all the way into the slots in
the cleaner cavity.
1
Fig.8
► 1. Slot
4. Place the entire cloth part of the dust bag inside
the cleaner itself.
Fig.9
5. Close the dust case cover completely.
1
Fig.10
► 1. Dust case cover
NOTE:
When the dust bag is not installed in the
cleaner, the dust case cover does not close completely.

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Installing the paper lter
Use the dust stopper also when installing paper lter.
Be careful not to take the upper side for the lower side
by mistake because they are di󰀨erent each other.
1
2
1
2
Fig.11
► 1. Upper side of the dust stopper 2. Lower side of
the dust stopper
1. Unfold the entrance of the paper lter before
setting it on the dust stopper.
Fig.12
2. Insert the protrusion of the paper lter into the
groove on the dust stopper as shown in the gure.
The paper lter does not have distinction between the
upper and lower sides. You can insert its protrusion of
either side into the groove of the dust stopper.
1
2
3
Fig.13
► 1. Dust stopper 2. Groove 3. Paper lter
3. Overlap the frame of dust stopper with that of the
paper lter.
Fig.14
4. Place the dust stopper and the paper lter
together into the cleaner cavity in the same direction of
arrow on the dust stopper. Insert them all the way into
the slots in the cleaner cavity.
1
Fig.15
► 1. Slot
5. Place the entire container part of the paper lter
inside the tool itself.
Fig.16

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6. Close the dust case cover completely.
1
Fig.17
► 1. Dust case cover
NOTE: When the paper lter is not installed in
the cleaner, the dust case cover does not close
completely.
Installing the shoulder strap
CAUTION: Be careful not to get the shoulder
strap caught by objects in your surroundings.
CAUTION: Be careful not to slip the shoul-
der strap o󰀨 from your shoulder when using
the cleaner. For stable handling of the cleaner, it is
recommended to wear the shoulder strap crossed in
front of your chest.
Attach the hooks of the shoulder strap onto the mounts
of the cleaner as shown in the gure.
1
23
Fig.18
► 1. Shoulder strap 2. Hook 3. Mount
NOTE: You can also attach the shoulder strap to the
soft bag (optional accessory) as illustrated.
1
2
Fig.19
► 1. Shoulder strap 2. Soft bag
OPERATION
CAUTION: Always hold the handle when
carrying the cleaner. If you hold the attachment part
to carry, it may come o󰀨 from the cleaner and result in
personal injury.
CAUTION: Do not use the appliance while
driving a car or the engine is running.
CAUTION: Do not grasp the hose joint as
shown in the gure. Holding the hose joint may get
your nger pinched.
1
Fig.20
► 1. Hose joint
Using as a vacuum cleaner
NOTE: Remove the blower attachment before vac-
uum cleaning. If the blower attachment is attached to
the cleaner, the suction power will be reduced.

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Installing or removing the cleaner
attachment
To connect an attachment such as a nozzle, twist and
insert it securely to the hose. To disconnect, twist and
remove it.
The way of installation varies depending on the nozzles
as illustrated.
1
2
3
4
5
Fig.21
► 1. Hose 2. Rubber nozzle 3. Soft brush 4. Seat
nozzle 5. Mat nozzle
Vacuum cleaning
Rubber nozzle
This nozzle is convenient for cleaning bottom corners
such as a door pocket. The rubber nozzle is gentle to
the cleaning surface.
1
Fig.22
► 1. Rubber nozzle
Soft brush
This nozzle is convenient for cleaning the air condi-
tioner vents, dashboard, etc. The head of the soft brush
can be turned to right angle.
1
Fig.23
► 1. Soft brush
Seat nozzle
This nozzle has lint brush to clean the seat surface. The
side brush on the nozzle is useful for raking dust out of
the seams.
2
1
Fig.24
► 1. Seat nozzle 2. Side brush

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Mat nozzle
This nozzle is used for cleaning the oor mat and
carpet. The teeth on the nozzle help raking out sand
grains.
1
Fig.25
► 1. Mat nozzle
NOTICE: Always use the mat nozzle for cleaning
a mat. Using the mat nozzle for other materials may
scratch its surface.
Cleaning without nozzle
You can perform vacuum cleaning without the nozzle.
Fig.26
Disposing of dust
CAUTION: Empty the dust bag or replace the
paper lter before it becomes full. If not, the suc-
tion/blowing force weakens.
CAUTION: When closing the dust case cover,
be careful not to pinch your ngers.
NOTICE: Never throw away the dust stopper
because it should be used whenever either the
dust bag or the paper lter is used.
NOTICE: When the dust bag/paper lter is not
inside of the cleaner, the dust case cover does
not close completely. Do not force to close the
dust case cover. It may result in deforming or
breakage of the tool.
NOTICE: When disposing of dust, also clean the
room for the dust bag/paper lter. The remaining
dust and dirt in the room may cause the sponge lter
to be clogged or the motor to be damaged.
1. Open the dust case cover.
1
Fig.27
► 1. Dust case cover
2. Pull out both the orange-colored dust stopper and
dust bag/paper lter together at the same time.
1
Fig.28
► 1. Dust stopper

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3. When using the dust bag
Remove the dust stopper and empty the dust bag.
1
2
Fig.29
► 1. Dust stopper 2. Dust bag
When using the paper lter
Remove the dust stopper and dispose of the paper lter.
1
2
Fig.30
► 1. Dust stopper 2. Paper lter
4. Place the dust bag/new paper lter and dust stop-
per together into the cleaner and close the dust case
cover.
Using as a blower
CAUTION: Never point the nozzle at anyone
in the vicinity.
CAUTION: To prevent inhaling dust, it is rec-
ommended to open the windows, and also wear
protective goggles and mask while operating.
CAUTION: Do not pull the blower attachment.
It may come o󰀨 from the cleaner.
CAUTION: Do not use the cleaner for blowing
air into objects, like rubber rafting, balls or other
inatable products. Increased motor revolution may
cause dangerous fan breakage.
CAUTION: Never block suction inlet and/or
blower outlet. Be careful not to block suction inlet or
blower outlet with dust or dirt when operating in dusty
area.
CAUTION: Do not use nozzles other than the
nozzles provided by Makita.
Installing or removing the blower
attachment
To attach the blower attachment, align the protrusion of
the blower attachment port with the groove on the vent,
and then push it until clicks.
1
Fig.31
► 1. Blower attachment
To remove the blower attachment, pull the port down-
ward while pressing its top as illustrated.
Fig.32
Blowing
Point the tip of blower attachment to the object to blow
o󰀨 and then turn on the tool.
Fig.33

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MAINTENANCE
CAUTION: Always be sure that the tool is
switched o󰀨 and the battery cartridge is removed
before attempting to perform inspection or
maintenance.
NOTICE: 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
From time to time wipe o󰀨 the outside (cleaner body) of
the cleaner using a cloth dampened in soapy water.
Clean out also the suction opening, dust bag/paper lter
mounting area and the dust stopper.
Fig.34
Wash the dust bag in soapy water when it is clogged
with dust and the cleaner power becomes weak. Dry it
out thoroughly before use. An insu󰀩ciently dried lter
may cause poor suction and shorten the service life of
the motor.
Fig.35
NOTE: Paper lter is a throw-away type.
When the sponge lter is clogged with dust, remove it
from the cleaner and then wipe it o󰀨 or wash in water.
Removing and installing the sponge lter
CAUTION: After cleaning sponge lter, be
sure to install it on the cleaner. If washed in water,
dry it up before installing. An insu󰀩ciently dried
sponge lter may shorten the service life of the motor.
To remove the sponge lter, remove the dust bag or
paper lter and then pinch and take it out.
1
Fig.36
► 1. Sponge lter
Press in the whole edge of the sponge lter against the
recessed wall inside the dust bag/paper lter mounting area.
1
Fig.37
► 1. Recessed wall
Storage
WARNING: Never leave the battery cartridge and
charger in a car. The temperature inside a car sitting in the sun
may exceed 50 °C (122 °F). It may cause the battery cartridge
deteriorated and result in liquid ejection, smoke emission or a re.
Fig.38

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WARNING: Never use the charger while stor-
ing it in the storage bag. Blocking the air vent may
result in smoking emission or a re.
Fig.39
WARNING: Never charge the battery cartridge
with on-vehicle inverter. It may cause abnormal
heat and result in a re.
WARNING: Never charge the battery cartridge
in a car. If the battery cartridge is exposed to the tem-
perature range out of 10°C (50 °F) - 40°C (104 °F), it
may generate heat and/or re or explode.
CAUTION: Always store the hose as illus-
trated to avoid tripping, when the cleaner is not
used. Unfolded hose may catch your foot and cause
personal injury.
1
2
Fig.40
► 1. Hook 2. Hose
Troubleshooting
Before asking for repairs, check the following points.
Symptom Area to be investigated Fixing method
Weak suction power Is dust bag or paper lter full of dust ? Empty dust bag or paper lter.
Is dust bag clogged ? Dust down or wash the dust bag.
Is paper lter clogged ? Replace paper lter.
Is the battery cartridge discharged? Charge the battery cartridge.
Not working Is the battery cartridge discharged? Charge the battery cartridge.
Dust case cover does not close Is dust bag or paper lter set ? Set dust bag or paper lter.
NOTICE: Do not attempt to repair cleaner by yourself.
OPTIONAL
ACCESSORIES
CAUTION: These accessories or attachments
are recommended for use with your Makita tool
specied 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.
If you need any assistance for more details regard-
ing these accessories, ask your local Makita Service
Center.
• Extension wand (Straight pipe)
• Nozzle
• Nozzle for carpet
• Shelf brush
• Corner nozzle
• Round brush
• Flexible hose
• Paper lter
• Free nozzle
• Seat nozzle
• Crevice nozzle
• Cyclone attachment
• Dust bag
• High performance dust bag
• Soft bag
• Makita genuine battery and charger
NOTE: Some items in the list may be included in the
tool package as standard accessories. They may
di󰀨er from country to country.

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MAKITA LIMITED
WARRANTY
Please refer to the annexed warranty sheet for the
most current warranty terms applicable to this product.
If annexed warranty sheet is not available, refer to the
warranty details set forth at below website for your
respective country.
United States of America: www.makitatools.com
Canada: www.makita.ca
Other countries: www.makita.com
ENGLISH

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FRANÇAIS (Mode d’emploi original)
SPÉCIFICATIONS
Modèle : DCL184
Capacité avec un sac à poussière 500 ml
avec un ltre en papier 330 ml
Utilisation continue
(avec batterie BL1830B)
1 (mode vitesse normale) Environ 80 min.
2 (mode vitesse élevée) Environ 30 min.
3 (mode vitesse max.) Environ 20 min.
Longueur hors-tout (avec batterie BL1830B) 365 mm (14-3/8")
Tension nominale C.C. 18 V
Poids net 1,8 - 2,2 kg (4,0 - 4,9 lbs)
• Étant donné l’évolution constante de notre programme de recherche et développement, les spécications
contenues dans ce manuel sont sujettes à modication sans préavis.
• Les spécications peuvent varier suivant les pays.
• Le poids ne comprend pas les accessoires autres que la/les batterie(s). Les combinaisons la plus légère et la
plus lourde d’appareil et de batterie(s) sont indiquées dans le tableau.
Batteries et chargeurs applicables
Batterie BL1815N / BL1820B / BL1830B / BL1840B / BL1850B / BL1860B
Chargeur DC18RC / DC18RD / DC18RE / DC18SD / DC18SE / DC18SF /
DC18SH / DC18WC
• Suivant la région où vous habitez, il se peut que certaines des batteries et certains des chargeurs énumérés
ci-dessus ne soient pas disponibles.
MISE EN GARDE : Utilisez exclusivement les batteries et chargeurs énumérés ci-dessus. L’utilisation
de toute autre batterie ou tout autre chargeur peut entraîner une blessure et/ou un incendie.
CONSIGNES DE
SÉCURITÉ
IMPORTANTES
CONSIGNES DE
SÉCURITÉ
Lors de l’utilisation d’un appareil élec-
trique, vous devez toujours prendre
des précautions de base, dont les sui-
vantes :
CONSERVEZ CES
INSTRUCTIONS.
MISE EN GARDE
Pour réduire les risques d’incendie, de
décharge électrique et de blessure :
1. Ne quittez pas l’appareil alors que la
batterie y est insérée. Retirez la bat-
terie de l’appareil lorsqu’il n’est pas
utilisé et avant de le faire réparer.
2. Ne l’utilisez pas sur des surfaces
mouillées. Ne l’exposez pas à la
pluie. Rangez-le à l’intérieur.
3. Ne laissez pas les enfants l’utiliser
comme jouet. Une attention particu-
lière est nécessaire lors de l’utilisa-
tion par les enfants ou près d’eux.
4. Utilisez l’outil uniquement de la
façon décrite dans ce manuel.
Utilisez uniquement les accessoires
recommandés par le fabricant.

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5. Ne l’utilisez pas avec une batterie
endommagée. Si l’appareil ne fonc-
tionne pas bien, s’il a été échappé,
endommagé, laissé à l’extérieur ou
échappé dans l’eau, retournez-le à
un centre de service après-vente.
6. Ne manipulez pas l’appareil avec les
mains mouillées.
7. Ne mettez rien dans les ouvertures.
N’utilisez jamais l’outil si une des
ouvertures est bouchée ; gardez ces
dernières exemptes de poussières,
charpies, cheveux ou tout objet pou-
vant réduire la circulation de l’air.
8. Gardez les cheveux, les vêtements
amples, les doigts et toute autre par-
tie du corps à l’écart des ouvertures
et des pièces en mouvement.
9. Mettez toutes les commandes hors
tension avant de retirer la batterie.
10. Soyez tout particulièrement pru-
dent lorsque vous nettoyez sur les
marches d’un escalier.
11. Ne l’utilisez pas pour aspirer des
liquides inammables ou com-
bustibles tels que l’essence, ou
dans des zones où de tels liquides
peuvent être présents.
12. N’aspirez pas d’objets qui brûlent
ou dégagent de la fumée, tels que
des cigarettes, des allumettes ou
des cendres encore chaudes.
13. Ne l’utilisez pas sans avoir mis en place
le sac à poussière et/ou les ltres.
14. Ne chargez pas la batterie à l’extérieur.
15. Évitez le démarrage accidentel.
Assurez-vous que l’interrupteur
est sur la position d’arrêt avant de
connecter la batterie, de ramas-
ser l’appareil ou de le transporter.
Transporter l’appareil avec le doigt
sur l’interrupteur, ou mettre l’appareil
sous tension avec l’interrupteur en
position de marche ouvre la porte aux
accidents.
16. Déconnectez la batterie de l’appareil
avant d’e󰀨ectuer tout réglage, de
remplacer les accessoires ou de
ranger l’appareil. Ces mesures de
sécurité préventives réduiront le risque
de démarrage accidentel de l’appareil.
17. Ne rechargez la batterie qu’avec le
chargeur spécié par le fabricant.
Un chargeur adéquat pour un type
donné de batterie peut entraîner un
risque d’incendie lorsque utilisé avec
un autre type de batterie.
18. Utilisez les appareils uniquement
avec les batteries spéciquement
désignées. L’utilisation de toute autre
batterie peut entraîner un risque de
blessure et d’incendie.
19. Lorsque la batterie n’est pas utili-
sée, gardez-la à l’écart des autres
objets métalliques tels que trom-
bones, pièces de monnaie, clés,
clous, vis et autres petits objets
métalliques qui peuvent établir une
connexion entre deux bornes.Le
court-circuitage des bornes de bat-
terie peut causer des brûlures ou un
incendie.
20. Dans des conditions d’utilisation
abusives, du liquide peut être éjecté
de la batterie; évitez tout contact. En
cas de contact accidentel, rincez à
l’eau. Si le liquide entre en contact
avec les yeux, consultez aussi un
médecin. Le liquide éjecté de la bat-
terie peut causer de l’irritation ou des
brûlures.
21. N’utilisez pas une batterie ou un
appareil endommagé ou modié.
Les batteries endommagées ou
modiées peuvent avoir un compor-
tement imprévisible dont peuvent
résulter un incendie, une explosion
ou un risque de blessure.
22. N’exposez pas une batterie ou un
appareil au feu ou à une tempéra-
ture excessive. L’exposition au feu
ou à une température supérieure à
130 °C peut entraîner une explosion.
23. Respectez toutes les instructions de
charge, et ne chargez pas la batte-
rie ou l’appareil hors de la plage de
température spéciée dans les ins-
tructions. Charger de manière inadé-
quate ou à des températures hors de
la plage spéciée peut endommager
la batterie et fait augmenter le risque
d’incendie.

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24. L’entretien doit être coné à un
réparateur qualié et n’utilisant que
des pièces de rechange identiques
aux pièces d’origine. Cela assurera
le maintien du produit dans un état
sécuritaire.
25. Ne modiez pas ou n’essayez pas
de réparer l’appareil ou la batterie
autrement que tel qu’indiqué dans
les instructions d’utilisation et
d’entretien.
CONSERVEZ CES
INSTRUCTIONS.
RÈGLES DE
SÉCURITÉ SUP-
PLÉMENTAIRES
Cet appareil est conçu pour un usage
commercial.
1. Lisez attentivement ce mode d’em-
ploi et le mode d’emploi du chargeur
avant d’utiliser l’appareil.
2. N’utilisez pas l’appareil pour aspirer
les matières suivantes :
• Liquides inammables (kéro-
sène, essence, solvants tels que
benzine, diluant, etc.)
• Substances chaudes qui
brûlent ou dégagent de la fumée
(cigarettes, allumettes, bâtons
d’encens, chandelles, cendres
chaudes), étincelles et pous-
sières métalliques générées
par la coupe ou le meulage du
métal, etc.
• Matières inammables (encre
en poudre, peinture, substance
vaporisée, etc.)
• Mousses telle qu’agent de net-
toyage pour tapis, etc. (elles
peuvent causer une explosion
ou un incendie)
• Substances explosives ou
pyrophoriques (nitroglycérine,
aluminium, magnésium, titane,
zinc, phosphore rouge, phos-
phore jaune, celluloïd, etc.,
et leurs poussières, gaz ou
vapeurs)
• Objets tranchants (verre, coutel-
lerie, éclat de bois, métal, pierre,
clou, rasoir, punaise, etc.)
• Poudre ne solidiante et
conductrice (poudre de métal ou
de carbone)
• Déshydrateur
• Grande quantité de poudre
(farine, poudre d’extincteur, etc.)
• Substances qui causent des
symptômes d’intoxication
• Produits chimiques corrosifs
(acide, lixiviat, etc.)
• Déchets liquides ou humides, y
compris vomi et excréments
• Amiante
• Pesticides
Ces applications peuvent causer
un incendie, une blessure et/ou des
dommages matériels.
Pour réduire le risque d’exposition
à ces produits chimiques, portez
toujours des dispositifs de protec-
tion respiratoire approuvés, tels
que des masques antipoussières
spécialement conçus pour ltrer les
particules microscopiques. Dirigez
l’air évacué loin de votre visage et
de votre corps.
3. Arrêtez immédiatement votre outil
dès que vous observez quelque
chose d’anormal.
4. Si vous échappez ou heurtez l’as-
pirateur, vériez soigneusement
l’absence de ssures ou dommages
avant de l’utiliser à nouveau.
5. Ne l’approchez pas du four ni de
toute autre source de chaleur.
6. N’obstruez pas le trou d’admission
ou les trous d’évent.
CONSERVEZ CES
INSTRUCTIONS.

20 FRANÇAIS
Symboles
Les symboles utilisés pour l’outil sont indi-
qués ci-dessous.
volts
courant continu
Consignes de
sécurité importantes
pour la batterie
1. Avant d’utiliser la batterie, lisez
toutes les instructions et les mises
en garde apposées sur (1) le char-
geur de batterie, (2) la batterie et (3)
le produit utilisant la batterie.
2. Ne démontez pas et ne modiez
pas la batterie. Cela peut entraîner
un incendie, une chaleur excessive ou
une explosion.
3. Cessez immédiatement l’utilisa-
tion si le temps de fonctionnement
devient excessivement court. Il y a
risque de surchau󰀨e, de brûlures,
voire d’explosion.
4. Si l’électrolyte pénètre dans vos
yeux, rincez-les à l’eau claire et
consultez immédiatement un méde-
cin. Il y a risque de perte de la vue.
5. Ne court-circuitez pas la batterie :
(1) Ne touchez les bornes avec
aucun matériau conducteur.
(2) Évitez de ranger la batterie dans
un conteneur avec d’autres
objets métalliques tels que
clous, pièces de monnaie, etc.
(3) Évitez d’exposer la batterie à
l’eau ou à la pluie.
Un court-circuit de la batterie pour-
rait provoquer un fort courant, une
surchau󰀨e, parfois des brûlures et
même une panne.
6. Ne rangez pas et n’utilisez pas
l’outil ou la batterie dans des empla-
cements où la température peut
atteindre ou dépasser 50 °C (122 °F).
7. Ne jetez pas la batterie au feu même
si elle est sérieusement endommagée
ou complètement épuisée. La batterie
peut exploser au contact du feu.
8. Évitez de clouer, de couper, d’écra-
ser, de lancer ou d’échapper la
batterie, ou de heurter un objet dur
contre la batterie. Cela peut entraîner
un incendie, une chaleur excessive ou
une explosion.
9. N’utilisez pas une batterie si elle est
endommagée.
10. Les batteries lithium-ion fournies
sont soumises aux exigences de
la législation sur les marchandises
dangereuses.
Des exigences particulières sur
l’emballage et l’étiquetage doivent
être respectées lors du transport
commercial par des tiers, des transi-
taires, etc.
Pour préparer la marchandise à
expédier, consultez un expert en
matériaux dangereux si nécessaire.
Respectez aussi les éventuelles
réglementations nationales plus
détaillées.
Recouvrez de ruban isolant les
contacts exposés, et emballez la
batterie de sorte qu’elle ne puisse
pas se déplacer à l’intérieur de
l’emballage.
11. Lors de l’élimination de la batterie,
retirez-la de l’outil et éliminez-la
dans un endroit sûr. Respectez la
réglementation locale concernant
l’élimination de la batterie.
12. N’utilisez les batteries qu’avec
les produits spéciés par Makita.
Installer les batteries sur des produits
non conformes peut entraîner un
incendie, une chaleur excessive, une
explosion ou une fuite d’électrolyte.
13. Suivez la réglementation locale
concernant l’élimination de la batterie.
14. Pendant et après l’utilisation, la bat-
terie peut accumuler de la chaleur,
ce qui peut causer des brûlures ou
des brûlures à basse température.
Faites attention lors de la manipula-
tion des batteries chaudes.