Makita LC06ZW User manual

INSTRUCTION MANUAL
Cordless Cleaner
LC06
IMPORTANT:Read Before Using.

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ENGLISH (Original instructions)
SPECIFICATIONS
Model: LC06
Capacity 600 mL
Continuous use (with battery BL1016) Approx. 16 min
Overall length 958 mm (37-3/4")
Rated voltage D.C. 10.8 V - 12 V max
Standard battery cartridge BL1016, BL1021B BL1041B
Net weight 1.0 kg (2.2 lbs) 1.1 kg (2.5 lbs)
• Duetoourcontinuingprogramofresearchanddevelopment,thespecificationshereinaresubjectto
changewithout notice.
• Specificationsandbatterycartridgemaydifferfromcountrytocountry.
• Weight,withbatterycartridge,accordingtoEPTA-Procedure
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 appliance
when not in use and before servicing.
2. Do not use on wet surfeces. Do not
expose to rain. Store indoors.
3. Do not allow to be used as a toy.
Close attention is necessary when
used 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.
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 off 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. Use only the charger supplied by
the manufacturer to recharge.
13. Do not pick up anything that is burn-
ing or smoking, such as cigarettes,
matches, or hot ashes.
14. Do not use without dust bag and/or
lters in place.

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15. Do not charge the battery outdoors.
16. Use power tools only with speci-
cally designated battery packs. Use
of any other battery packs may create
ariskofinjuryandre.
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. 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.
19. 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.
SAVE THESE
INSTRUCTIONS.
ADDITIONAL
SAFETY RULES
This appliance is intended for house-
hold use.
1. Read this instruction manual and
the charger instruction manual care-
fully before use.
2. Do not pick up the following materials:
•Hot materials such as lit ciga-
rettes or spark/metal dust gen-
erated by grinding/cutting metal
•Flammable materials such as
gasoline, thinner, benzine, kero-
sene or paint
•Explosive materials like
nitroglycerin
• Ignitable materials such as
Aluminum, zinc, magnesium, tita-
nium, phosphorus or celluloid
•Wet dirt, water, oil or the like
• Hard pieces with sharp edges, such
as wood chips, metals, stones,
glasses, nails, pins or razors
•Powder to clot such as cement
or toner
•Conductive dust such as metal
or carbon
•Fine particle like concrete dust
Such action may cause re, injury
and/or property damage.
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 battery cartridge.
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.

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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.
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 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. Be careful not to drop or strike battery.
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 haz-
ardousmaterialisrequired.Please
also observe possibly more detailed
national regulations.
Tapeormaskoffopencontactsandpack
up the battery in such a manner that it
cannot move around in the packaging.
11. Follow your local regulations relat-
ing to disposal of battery.
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. Charge the battery cartridge if you do not use
it for a long period (more than six months).
FUNCTIONAL
DESCRIPTION
CAUTION: Always be sure that the tool is
switched off 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 as shown in diagram
when loading battery. Trappingnger(s)maycause
injury.
Installing or removing battery
cartridge
CAUTION: Always switch off 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offyourhands
and result in damage to the tool and battery cartridge
andapersonalinjury.

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► 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onthe
upper side of the button, 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.
Battery protection system
Thetoolisequippedwithabatteryprotectionsystem.
Thissystemautomaticallycutsoffpowertothemotorto
extend battery life.
Thetoolwillautomaticallystopduringoperationifthetool
and/or battery are placed under the following condition:
Low battery voltage:
Theremainingbatterycapacityistoolowandthetool
willnotoperate.Ifyouturnthetoolon,themotorruns
againbutstopssoon.Inthissituation,removeand
recharge the battery.
Indicating the remaining battery
capacity
Only for battery cartridges with the indicator
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► 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 few seconds.
Indicator lamps Remaining
capacity
Lighted Off
75% to 100%
50% to 75%
25% to 50%
0% to 25%
NOTE: Depending on the conditions of use and the
ambient temperature, the indication may differ slightly
from the actual capacity.
Switch action
CAUTION: Before installing the battery car-
tridge into the tool, always check to see that the
switch trigger actuates properly and returns to
the "OFF" position when released.
Tostartthetool,simplypulltheswitchtrigger.Release
the switch trigger to stop.
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► 1. Switch trigger
Lighting up the lamp
CAUTION: Do not look in the light or see the
source of light directly.
Toturnonthelamp,pulltheswitchtrigger.Duringthe
tool actuating, the lamp turns on.
Release the switch to turn off the lamp.

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2
► 1. Lamp 2. Switch trigger
ASSEMBLY
CAUTION: Always be sure that the tool is
switched off and the battery cartridge is removed
before carrying out any work on the tool.
Disposing of dust
CAUTION: Empty the cleaner before it
becomes too full, or the suction force weakens.
CAUTION: Be sure to empty the inside of the
cleaner itself of dust. Failure to do so may cause the
ltertobecloggedorthemotortobedamaged.
Inordertodropduststickingonthelterinthecapsule,
tap the capsule 4 or 5 times with your hand.
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2
► 1. Capsule 2. Suction inlet
Pointthesuctioninletdownwards,turnthecapsulein
direction of the arrow as illustrated, and disconnect the
capsule slowly and straight.
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► 1. Capsule 2. Suction inlet
NOTE: Be sure to set a garbage bag beneath the
capsule, as dust may spill out when the capsule is
opened.
Remove accumulated dust from inside of the capsule
andoffoftheprelter.
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► 1.Prelter2. Capsule
Twisttheprelterindirectionofthearrowtounfasten
the securing lip from the cleaner unit and then pull off
theprelter.
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► 1.Prelter2. Securing lip
Cleanoutnedustfromtheprelter.Andthen,pulloff
thelterandlightlytapittoremovedust.

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► 1. Filter 2.Prelter
Reassembly
Putonthelterfullyinpositiononthecleanerunit.
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► 1. Filter
NOTICE: Make sure the lter is put on straight
without being peeled back.Ifthelterisputon
incorrectly as illustrated, dust will get into the motor
housing, and cause a motor failure.
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► 1. Filter
Installtheprelter.Atthistime,makesuretotwistthe
preltersothatthesecuringlipisrmlylockedinthe
cleaner unit.
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1
► 1.Prelter2. Securing lip
Installthecapsule.Alignthemarkonthecapsulewith
themarknearthehandleandthenrmlytwistthecap-
sule in direction of the arrow until it is secured.
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2
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► 1. Capsule 2. Handle 3. Mark
NOTE: Always remove dust ahead of time, as the
suction power will be reduced if there is too much
dust in the cleaner.
NOTICE: Always be sure to check that both the
lter and prelter are loaded correctly prior to
using the cleaner.Iftheyarenotloadedcorrectly,
dust will get into the motor housing, and cause a
motorfailure.Ifthefollowingexamplesoccur,thelter
andprelterarenotloadedcorrectly.Reloadthem
correctly to rectify problem.

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Problem Examples
Example1:Onlytheprelterhasbeenloaded(nolter)
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► 1.Prelter
Example2:Onlythelterhasbeenloaded(noprelter)
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► 1. Filter
Example3:Thelterhasbeenloadedinapeeledback
state
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► 1. Filter
Example4:Thesecuringlipontheprelterisnotrmly
locked in the groove of cleaner housing
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1
3
► 1. Securing lip 2.Prelter3. Groove of cleaner
housing
OPERATION
CAUTION: To connect attachments, such
as nozzle, twist and insert the attachment in
direction of the arrow to secure the connection
during use. To disconnect the attachments, twist
and extract it also in direction of the arrow.Ifan
attachment is twisted in the opposite direction when
being connected or disconnected, the capsule may
become loose.
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► 1. Capsule

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Cleaning (Suction)
Nozzle
Attach the nozzle to clean off tables, desks, furniture,
etc.Thenozzleslipsoneasily.
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► 1. Nozzle
Nozzle + Extension wand (Straight
pipe)
Theextensionwandtsinbetweenthenozzleandthe
cleaneritself.Thisarrangementisconvenientforclean-
ingaoorinastandingposition.
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► 1. Cleaner body 2.Extensionwand3. Nozzle
Corner nozzle
Fit on the corner nozzle for cleaning corners and crev-
ices of a car or furniture.
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► 1. Corner nozzle 2. Cleaner body
Corner nozzle +Extension wand
(Straight pipe)
Intightquarterswherethecleaneritselfcannot
squeeze in, or in high places hard to reach, use this
arrangement.
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2
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► 1. Corner nozzle 2.Extensionwand3. Cleaner body
Cleaning without nozzle
You can pick up powder and dust without nozzle.
MAINTENANCE
CAUTION: Always be sure that the tool is
switched off 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.
After use
NOTICE: Putting the cleaner against the wall
without any other support cause the cleaner to
fall down and be damaged.

Cleaning
From time to time wipe off 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.
Washthelterinsoapywaterwhenitiscloggedwith
dust and the cleaner power becomes weak. Dry it out
thoroughlybeforeuse.Aninsufcientlydriedltermay
cause poor suction and shorten the service life of the
motor.
Troubleshooting
Before asking for repairs, check the following points.
Symptom Area to be investigated Fixing method
Weaksuctionpower Isthecapsulefullofdust? Emptythecapsuleofdust.
Isltertheclogged? Cleanorwashthelter.
Isthebatterycartridgeexhausted? Charge the battery cartridge.
Not working Isthebatterycartridgeexhausted? Charge the battery cartridge.
CAUTION: Do not attempt to repair the cleaner by yourself.
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.
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
• Filter
• Prelter
• 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.
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