Makita VC007GL User manual

INSTRUCTION MANUAL
MANUEL D'INSTRUCTION
MANUAL DE INSTRUCCIONES
Cordless Vacuum Cleaner
Aspirateur Sans Fil
Aspiradora Inalámbrica
VC007GL
IMPORTANT: Read Before Using.
IMPORTANT : Lire avant usage.
IMPORTANTE: Lea antes de usar.

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ENGLISH (Original instructions)
SPECIFICATIONS
Model: VC007GL
Maximum air volume at the end
of hose
With BL4050F, ø28 mm (1-1/8") x
3.5 m (138") hose
2.0 m3/min (71 cu.ft/min)
With BL4050F, ø38 mm (1-1/2") x
2.5 m (98-1/2") hose
3.7 m3/min (131 cu.ft/min)
Maximum air volume at turbine (with BL4050F) 4.9 m3/min (173 cu.ft/min)
Vacuum (with BL4050F) 18 kPa
Recoverable capacity Dust 40 L (10.6 gal.)
Water 30 L (7.9 gal.)
Dimensions (L x W x H) 586 mm x 385 mm x 598 mm
(23″ x 15-1/8″ x 23-1/2″)
Rated voltage D.C. 72 V - 80 V max
Net weight 18.3 - 20.7 kg (40.3 - 45.6 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 combinations
weight of the appliance and battery cartridge(s) are shown in the table.
Applicable battery cartridge and charger
Battery cartridge BL4020 / BL4025 / BL4040* / BL4050F* / BL4080F*
* : Recommended battery
Charger DC40RA / DC40RB / DC40RC
• 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 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.

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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 battery or 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. 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. Always make sure that lters are
correctly installed before use. Do
not use the cleaner without lters
in place. Replace a damaged lter
immediately. It is recommended to
have some spares as lters are con-
sumable items.
15. Do not charge the battery outdoors.
16. Do not use the cleaner as a stool or
work bench. The machine may fall
down and may result in personal
injury.
17. 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.
NOTE: Read the OSHA regulation
on silica dust to understand the
requirements needed to reduce
exposure to silica dust at the job-
site. Specic rules apply to the drill-
ing, demolition cutting and grinding
materials that contain silica. All
OSHA requirements regarding
reducing silica dust can be found at
the OSHA website: www.osha.gov.
18. Clean the water level limiting device
regularly and examine it for signs of
damage.

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Battery tool use and care
1. 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.
2. 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.
3. 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.
4. Use appliances only with speci-
cally designated battery packs. Use
of any other battery packs may create
a risk of injury and re.
5. 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.
6. 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.
7. Do not use a battery pack or appli-
ance that is damaged or modied.
Damaged or modied batteries
may exhibit unpredictable behavior
resulting in re, explosion or risk of
injury.
8. 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.
9. 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.
10. 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.
11. 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.
This appliance is intended for commer-
cial use.
Symbols
The followings show the symbols used for
tool.
volts
direct current
Take particular care and
attention.
Never stand on the cleaner.
Max
20kg
44lbs
Never put anything heavier
than 20 kg (44 lbs) on the
cleaner.
Important safety
instructions for
battery cartridge
1. Before using battery cartridge,
read all instructions and cautionary
markings on (1) battery charger,
(2) battery, and (3) product using
battery.

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2. Do not disassemble or tamper with
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.
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 tempera-
ture 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 result in poor performance
or breakdown of the tool or battery
cartridge.
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.

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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).
Important safety instructions for
wireless unit
1. Never open the lid of the slot by yourself once
installing the wireless unit.
2. Do not disassemble or tamper with the wire-
less unit.
3. Keep the wireless unit away from young chil-
dren. If accidentally swallowed, seek medical
attention immediately.
4. Use the wireless unit only with Makita tools.
5. Do not expose the wireless unit to rain or wet
conditions.
6. Do not use the wireless unit in places where
the temperature exceeds 50 °C (122 °F).
7. Do not operate the wireless unit in places
where medical instruments, such as heart
pace makers are nearby.
8.
Do not operate the wireless unit in places where
automated devices are nearby. If operated, auto-
mated devices may develop malfunction or error.
9. Do not operate the wireless unit in places
under high temperature or places where
static electricity or electrical noise could be
generated.
10. The wireless unit can produce electromagnetic
elds (EMF) but they are not harmful to the
user.
11. The wireless unit is an accurate instrument. Be
careful not to drop or strike the wireless unit.
12. Avoid touching the terminal of the wireless
unit with bare hands or metallic materials.
13. Always remove the battery on the product
when installing the wireless unit into it.
14. 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.
15. Always insert the wireless unit in the correct
direction.
16. 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.
17. Always close the lid of the slot when
operating.
18. Do not remove the wireless unit from the slot
while the power is being supplied to the tool.
Doing so may cause a malfunction of the wireless
unit.
19. Do not remove the sticker on the wireless unit.
20. Do not put any sticker on the wireless unit.
21. Do not leave the wireless unit in a place where
static electricity or electrical noise could be
generated.
22. Do not leave the wireless unit in a place sub-
ject to high heat, such as a car sitting in the
sun.
23. Do not leave the wireless unit in a dusty or
powdery place or in a place corrosive gas
could be generated.
24. Sudden change of the temperature may bedew
the wireless unit. Do not use the wireless unit
until the dew is completely dried.
25. When cleaning the wireless unit, gently wipe
with a dry soft cloth. Do not use benzine, thin-
ner, conductive grease or the like.
26. When storing the wireless unit, keep it in the
supplied case or a static-free container.
27. Do not insert any devices other than Makita
wireless unit into the slot on the tool.
28. Do not use the tool with the lid of the slot dam-
aged. Water, dust, and dirt come into the slot may
cause malfunction.
29. Do not pull and/or twist the lid of the slot more
than necessary. Restore the lid if it comes o󰀨
from the tool.
30. Replace the lid of the slot if it is lost or
damaged.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS.
FUNCTIONAL
DESCRIPTION
CAUTION: Always be sure that the appliance
is switched o󰀨 and the battery cartridges are
removed before adjusting or checking function on
the appliance.
Installing or removing battery
cartridge
CAUTION: Always switch o󰀨 the tool before
installing or removing of the battery cartridge.
CAUTION: Hold the cleaner and the battery
cartridge rmly when installing or removing bat-
tery cartridge. Failure to hold the cleaner and the
battery cartridge rmly may cause them to slip o󰀨
your hands and result in damage to the cleaner and
battery cartridge and a personal injury.
CAUTION: Be careful not to pinch your n-
gers when opening or closing the battery cover.
Failure to do so may cause personal injury.

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To install the battery cartridge, release the lock rst, and
then open the battery cover. After that, insert the battery
cartridge.
1
2
Fig.1
► 1. Lock 2. Battery cover
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. Then lock the
battery cover.
1
2
Fig.2
► 1. Battery cartridge 2. Button
To remove the battery cartridge, slide it from the tool
while sliding the button in front of the cartridge.
CAUTION: Always install the battery cartridge
fully. If not, it may accidentally fall out of the cleaner,
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.
NOTE: The cleaner does not work with only one
battery cartridge.
Indicating the remaining battery
capacity
Press the check button on the battery cartridge to indi-
cate the remaining battery capacity. The indicator lamps
light up for a few seconds.
1
2
Fig.3
► 1. Indicator lamps 2. Check button
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.

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Battery indicators on control panel
The remaining battery capacity can be read on the control
panel at any time. Press the check button, and the left and right
indicators will show the battery charge levels correspondingly.
12
3
Fig.4
►
1. Left battery indicator 2. Right battery indicator 3. Check button
Fig.5
Battery indicator status Remaining
battery
capacity
On O󰀨 Blinking
50% to 100%
20% to 50%
0% to 20%
Charge the
battery
Battery not
inserted
NOTE: Battery indicator works while two batteries are inserted.
NOTE: The battery indicators will also be activated
when the cleaner starts functioning.
Appliance / battery protection
system
The appliance is equipped with an appliance/battery
protection system. This system automatically cuts o󰀨
power to the motor to extend appliance and battery life.
The appliance will automatically stop during operation
if the appliance or battery is placed under one of the
following conditions:
Overload protection
When the appliance/battery is operated in a manner
that causes it to draw an abnormally high current, the
appliance automatically stops. In this situation, turn the
appliance o󰀨 and stop the application that caused the
appliance to become overloaded. Then turn the appli-
ance on to restart.
Overheat protection
On Blinking
When the appliance is overheated, the appliance stops
automatically, and both left and right battery indicators
blink. In this situation, let the appliance cool down and
clean out the lters before turning the appliance on
again.
On Blinking
When the battery is overheated, the appliance stops
automatically, and one of the indicators for overheated
battery blinks. In this situation, let the battery cool down
before turning the appliance on again.
Overdischarge protection
When the battery capacity becomes low, the appliance
stops automatically. If the appliance does not run along
with the switch operation, remove the batteries from the
appliance and recharge them.
Protections against other causes
Protection system is also designed for other causes that
could damage the appliance and allows the appliance to
stop automatically. Take all the following steps to clear
the causes, when the appliance has been brought to a
temporary halt or stop in operation.
1. Turn the appliance o󰀨, and then turn it on again to
restart.
2. Charge the battery(ies) or replace it/them with
recharged battery(ies).
3. Let the appliance and battery(ies) cool down.
If no improvement can be found by restoring protection
system, then contact your local Makita Service Center.

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Switch action
Turning cleaner on
1. Turn the stand-by switch in the "I" (ON) or "AUTO"
(ON) position to have the cleaner ready in
stand-by mode.
2. Press the power button.
To switch back to stand-by mode, press the power
button again.
Turning cleaner o󰀨
Perform one of the following steps.
• Press the power button to set the cleaner back in
stand-by mode.
• Turn the stand-by switch in the "O" (OFF) position.
Adjusting suction power
The suction power can be adjusted according to your
work needs.
• Turn the suction force adjusting knob to the left to
reduce the suction power.
• Turn the suction force adjusting knob to the right
to increase the suction power.
1
2
3
Fig.6
► 1. Stand-by switch 2. Suction force adjusting knob
3. Power button
NOTICE: Always set the stand-by switch to the "O"
side when not using the cleaner for long time. The
cleaner consumes power during stand-by state.
Auto-suction stop during wet
suction operation
WARNING: Do not pick up foam or soapy
liquid. It can cause foam to come out of air exit.
Continuous use under such conditions may cause an
electric shock and breakage of the cleaner.
The cleaner has a mechanism that prevents water from
immersing into the motor when picking up more than a
certain amount of water.
When the tank is full with liquid, the cleaner stops auto-
matically. Switch o󰀨 the cleaner and empty the tank.
Filter cleaning system
This appliance has lter cleaning system. During the
use of the appliance, lter cleaning system dusts the
lters automatically to prevent the suction force lower-
ing because of clogging of lters.
If the appliance sucks up the large quantity of dust all at
once, suction force may decrease. In that case, manual
lter cleaning is recommended.
1. Switch o󰀨 the appliance.
2. Set the suction power to maximum, and then close
the suction hose opening with your palm.
3. Switch on the appliance and operate for approx-
imately 15 seconds with the suction hose opening
closed.
1
Fig.7
► 1. Suction hose opening
NOTE: Air volume may change while the lter
cleaning system is being activated but it is not
malfunctioned.
Water drain
When the tank is full with liquid, switch o󰀨 the cleaner
and open the water drain cap to empty the tank.
1
Fig.8
► 1. Water drain cap

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Locking and unlocking casters
Front casters can be locked with stoppers to help the
cleaner stand still.
Lower the stopper lever by hand to lock the caster, and
raise it up to release.
12
3
4
Fig.9
► 1. Caster 2. Stopper lever 3. Unlocked position
4. Locked position
NOTE: When moving the cleaner, make sure that the
caster is unlocked. Moving the cleaner with the caster
in a locked position may cause damage to the caster.
Carriage handle
CAUTION: Lift and carry the appliance with
due care. Failing to do so may result in personal
injury or damage to the appliance.
When carrying the cleaner, carry it by holding the han-
dle on the head unit. The handle is retractable on the
head unit when not in use.
Fig.10
If it is di󰀩cult to carry the appliance by yourself, carry it
by two people as shown in the gure.
Fig.11
Fig.12

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ASSEMBLY
CAUTION: Always be sure that the appliance
is switched o󰀨 and the battery cartridges are
removed before carrying out any work on the
appliance.
CAUTION: Always wear dust mask during
assembly or maintenance.
Installing and disposing lter bag
Optional accessory
WARNING: Before using a lter bag, make
sure that the lter unit is used together. Failure to
use the lter unit together may cause unusual noise
and heat, resulting in a re.
NOTICE: Never pick up water or other liquids or
wet dusts when using a lter bag. Picking up such
things may cause the lter bag breakage.
1. Release the locking hooks and lift the head unit up
o󰀨 the tank.
1
Fig.13
► 1. Locking hook
2. Unfold a lter bag.
3. Align the lter bag opening with the dust intake of
the tank.
4. Insert the cardboard of the lter bag onto the tool
so that it is positioned at the end beyond the detent
protrusion.
1
2
3
4
5
Fig.14
► 1. Filter bag 2. Cardboard opening 3. Filter bag
holder 4. Dust intake 5. Edge
When disposing the lter bag, pull the edge on the lter
bag's mouth so that the mouth is closed by a paper.
Installing polyethylene bag
Lay a polyethylene bag over the tank, and slip one side
of the top edge of the bag at its open end in between
the holder plate and the front wall of the tank.
Then, spread the other top edges of the bag outwards
over the top rims of the tank.
Polyethylene bag can be used with lter bag.
1
2
3
Fig.15
► 1. Holder plate 2. Front wall of tank 3. Polyethylene
bag
NOTE: A polyethylene bag available on the market
can be used. The thickness is over 0.04 mm (1.6 mil)
and the perimeter is over 2,000 mm (78-3/4″) one is
recommended.
NOTE: Too much dust will tear the polyethylene bag
easily, so do not overll the bag. Disposing the heavy
bag may be a burden on a human body.

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Emptying tank with
polyethylene bag
WARNING: Always make sure that the cleaner
is switched o󰀨 and the battery cartridges are
removed before emptying the tank. Failure to do
so may cause an electric shock and serious personal
injury.
NOTICE: Empty the tank at least once a day
although this depends on picked-up dust volume
in the tank. Or, the suction force will weaken and the
motor may be broken.
NOTICE: Do not grab the locking hooks when
emptying the tank. Grabbing the locking hooks may
cause them to break.
1. Release the locking hooks and lift the head unit up
o󰀨 the tank.
2. Remove the polyethylene bag out of the tank,
closing the opening of the bag by hand.
1
2
Fig.16
► 1. Polyethylene bag 2. Tank
NOTE: Take the polyethylene bag out of the tank
carefully to avoid it from being scratched and torn by
the edges inside the tank.
NOTE: Empty the polyethylene bag before it
becomes full. Too much dust in the tank may cause
the polyethylene bag to be torn.
Installing hose
NOTICE: Never force the hose for bending or
stamp it. Never move the cleaner by pulling the
hose. Forcing, stamping and pulling the hose may
cause a breakage or deformation of the hose.
NOTICE: When picking up large wastes such as
planer carvings, concrete dusts or similar other
than small wastes, use the 38 mm inner diameter
hose (optional accessory). Using the 28 mm inner
diameter hose (optional accessory) may cause a
hose stu󰀩ng and damage.
Connection to cleaner
Insert the hose end to the dust intake (hose inlet) of the
cleaner, then turn it clockwise until it locks in place.
1
2
Fig.17
► 1. Hose 2. Dust intake (hose inlet)
Connections with your work tools
(Country specic)
By connecting the vacuum cleaner to any available
work tools compatible with the cleaner, it works as a
dust extractor for your power tools.
Select one of the front cu󰀨s or joints (optional acces-
sories) as most suitable for your tool model. Place the
cu󰀨s or joint, as necessary, between the front end of the
cleaner hose and a dust extraction port of your tool.
1
2
34
Fig.18
► 1. Front cu󰀨s or joint 2. Cleaner hose 3. Power tool
4. Vacuum cleaner

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Installing or removing cleaner
attachments
CAUTION: After installing an attachment,
check if it is securely installed. If the attachment
is installed imperfectly, it may come o󰀨 and cause
personal injury.
Attachments without lock function
Optional accessory
Insert an attachment into the suction inlet of the cleaner
by pushing and hand screwing it in place.
Hand twist and pull the attachment apart from the suc-
tion inlet after use.
Fig.19
Installing MAKPAC
Optional accessory
CAUTION: Do not stand on or sit on the top of
the appliance. It may fall down because of instability.
CAUTION: Be careful with the operation when
installing MAKPAC. Failing to do so may result in
personal injury or damage to the appliance.
CAUTION: When MAKPAC is installed on the
appliance, do not lift the appliance with the han-
dle of MAKPAC.
CAUTION: When moving the appliance which
is installed MAKPAC, do not push MAKPAC but
the body of appliance. Pushing MAKPAC may break
the latches and drop MAKPAC, which may result in
personal injury.
Connectable and stackable MAKPAC storage cases can
be installed on top of the cleaner. The cases are avail-
able in many sizes and styles to suit your preferences.
1. Unfold the latches on top surface of the cleaner.
1
Fig.20
► 1. Latch
2. Mount the MAKPAC cases on top of the cleaner
and x it with latches.
1
2
Fig.21
► 1. Latch 2. MAKPAC
Maximum height and weight of installing MAKPAC are
315 mm (12-3/8″) and 20 kg (44 lbs) respectively.
315mm (12-3/8")
Fig.22

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WIRELESS ACTIVATION
FUNCTION
Optional accessory
What you can do with the wireless
activation function
The wireless activation function enables clean and
comfortable operation. By connecting a supported tool
to the cleaner, you can run the cleaner automatically
along with the switch operation of the tool.
Fig.23
NOTICE: Be sure to refer to the instruction man-
ual of the tool when using the cleaner with wire-
less activation function.
NOTICE: Do not disassemble or tamper with the
wireless unit.
NOTICE: To prevent dust coming into the slot
of the wireless unit, always close the lid securely
during operation and storage.
NOTICE: Do not press the wireless activation
button too hard and/or press the button with an
object with a sharp edge.
NOTE: Wireless activation needs Makita tools
equipped with the wireless unit.
NOTE: Prior to the initial use of the wireless activa-
tion function with each tool, the tool registration is
required. Once the registration is nished with the
tool, the re-registration is not required unless it is
cancelled.
NOTE: Before registration, be sure that the wireless
unit is properly inserted.
NOTE: One wireless unit can register up to 10 links
with other wireless units. If more than 10 other wire-
less units are registered to one wireless unit, the one
registered earliest will be cancelled automatically.
NOTE: The position of the wireless activation button
varies depending on the tool.
NOTE: The cleaner also starts by pressing the power
button when the stand-by switch is set to "AUTO".
However the power button will not actuate when the
wireless activation function is used.
Installing the wireless unit
WARNING: Open the lid when you install the
wireless unit at the rst time only. Never open the
lid after installing it.
CAUTION: Place the cleaner on a at and
stable surface when installing the wireless unit.
NOTICE: Clean the dust and dirt on the cleaner
before installing the wireless unit. Dust or dirt
may cause malfunction if it comes into the slot of the
wireless unit.
NOTICE: To prevent the malfunction caused by
static, touch a static discharging material, such
as a metallic part, 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. Loosen the screw to open the lid on the cleaner as
shown in the gure.
1
2
Fig.24
► 1. Lid 2. Screw
2. Insert the wireless unit to the slot.
When inserting the wireless unit, align the projections
with the recessed portions on the slot.
1
4
32
Fig.25
► 1. Wireless unit 2. Projection 3. Lid 4. Recessed
portion
3. Tighten the screw completely to close the lid.

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Tool registration for the cleaner
NOTE: A Makita tool supporting the wireless activa-
tion function is required for the tool registration.
NOTE: Finish installing the wireless unit to the tool
before starting the tool registration.
NOTE:
During the tool registration, do not pull the switch
trigger on the tool or turn on the power switch on the cleaner.
NOTE: Refer to the instruction manual of the tool, too.
If you wish to activate the cleaner along with the switch
operation of the tool, nish the tool registration beforehand.
1. Install the wireless units to the cleaner and the
tool, respectively.
2. Install the batteries to the cleaner and the tool.
3. Set the stand-by switch on the cleaner to "AUTO".
1
Fig.26
► 1. Stand-by switch
4. Press the wireless activation button on the cleaner
for 3 seconds until the wireless activation lamp blinks in
green. And then press the wireless activation button on
the tool in the same way.
1
12
2
Fig.27
►
1. Wireless activation button 2. Wireless activation lamp
If the cleaner and the tool are linked successfully, the
wireless activation lamps will light up in green for 2
seconds and start blinking in blue.
NOTE: The wireless activation lamps nish blinking
in green after 20 seconds elapsed. Press the wireless
activation button on the tool while the wireless acti-
vation lamp on the cleaner is blinking. If the wireless
activation lamp does not blink in green, push the wire-
less activation button briey and hold it down again.
NOTE: When performing two or more tool registration
for the cleaner, nish the tool registration one by one.
Starting the wireless activation
function
NOTE: Finish the tool registration for the cleaner for
wireless activation.
NOTE: Always place the cleaner so that you can see
the status of the wireless activation lamp.
NOTE: Refer to the instruction manual of the tool, too.
After registering a tool to the cleaner, the cleaner will
automatically runs along with the switch operation of
the tool.
1. Install the wireless units to the cleaner and the
tool, respectively.
2. Install the batteries to the cleaner and the tool.
3. Connect the hose of the cleaner with the tool.
Fig.28
4. Set the stand-by switch on the cleaner to "AUTO".
1
Fig.29
► 1. Stand-by switch

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5. Push the wireless activation button on the tool
briey. The wireless activation lamp will blink in blue.
12
Fig.30
►
1. Wireless activation button 2. Wireless activation lamp
6. Turn on the tool. Check if the cleaner runs while
the tool is operating.
CAUTION: Always check if the wireless activation
function works before starting a work with the tool.
To stop the wireless activation, push the wireless activation button
on the tool, or set the stand-by switch on the cleaner to "I" or "O".
NOTE: The wireless activation lamp on the tool will stop
blinking in blue when there is no operation for 2 hours. In
this case, set the stand-by switch on the cleaner to "AUTO"
and press the wireless activation button on the tool again.
NOTE: The cleaner starts/stops with a delay. There is a time
lag when the cleaner detects a switch operation of the tool.
NOTE: The transmission distance of the wireless unit may
vary depending on the location and surrounding circumstances.
NOTE: When two or more tools are registered to one
cleaner, the cleaner may start running even if you do
not turn on the tool because other user is using the
wireless activation function.
Cancelling tool registration for the
cleaner
Perform the following procedure when cancelling the
tool registration for the cleaner.
1. Install the wireless units to the cleaner and the
tool, respectively.
2. Install the batteries to the cleaner and the tool.
3. Set the stand-by switch on the cleaner to "AUTO".
1
Fig.31
► 1. Stand-by switch
4. Press the wireless activation button on the cleaner
for 6 seconds. The wireless activation lamp blinks in
green and then become red. After that, press the wire-
less activation button on the tool in the same way.
1
12
2
Fig.32
►
1. Wireless activation button 2. Wireless activation lamp
If the cancellation is performed successfully, the wireless activation
lamps will light up in red for 2 seconds and start blinking in blue.
NOTE: The wireless activation lamps nish blinking in
red after 20 seconds elapsed. Press the wireless acti-
vation button on the tool while the wireless activation
lamp on the cleaner is blinking. If the wireless acti-
vation lamp does not blink in red, push the wireless
activation button briey and hold it down again.
Erasing all tool registrations
You can erase all tool registrations from the cleaner as follows.
1
2
3
Fig.33
► 1. Stand-by switch 2. Wireless activation button
3. Wireless activation lamp
1. Install the wireless unit to the cleaner.
2. Install the batteries to the cleaner.
3. Set the stand-by switch to "AUTO".

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4. Hold down the wireless activation button for about
6 seconds until the wireless activation lamp blinks in red
(about twice per one second).
5. When the wireless activation lamp starts blinking
in red, release your nger from the wireless activation
button. Thereafter, hold down the wireless activation
button again for about 6 seconds.
6. When the wireless activation lamp starts blinking
fast (about 5 times per one second) in red, release your
nger from the wireless activation button. When the
wireless activation lamp lights up in red and later lights
o󰀨, all tool registrations are erased.
NOTE: If the wireless activation lamp does not blink
in red, press the wireless activation button briey and
try again.
Description of the wireless activation lamp status
1
2
Fig.34
► 1. Wireless activation button 2. Wireless activation
lamp
The wireless activation lamp shows the status of the wireless activation function. Refer to the below table for the
meaning of the lamp status.
Status Wireless activation lamp Description
Color
On Blinking
Duration
(approximate)
Standby Blue Cleaner: con-
tinuing
Tool: 2 hours
Waiting for the tool registration or the wireless activation function
is available.
The lamp on the cleaner blinks when the stand-by switch is set in
AUTO. The lamp on the tool blinks when the wireless activation
button is pushed. The lamp on the tool will automatically turn o󰀨
when no operation is performed for 2 hours.
When the tool is
running.
The wireless activation of the cleaner is available and the tool is
running.
Tool
registration
Green 20 seconds Ready for the tool registration. Searching the tool to be registered.
2 seconds The tool registration has been nished. The wireless activation
lamp will start blinking in blue.
Cancelling/
erasing
tool
registration
Red
(slow: 2 times/sec.)
20 seconds Ready for the cancellation of the tool registration. Searching the
tool to be cancelled.
(fast: 5 times/sec.)
When the
wireless acti-
vation button is
pressed down.
Ready to erase all tool registrations.
2 seconds The tool registration has been cancelled/erased. The wireless
activation lamp will start blinking in blue.
Others Red 3 seconds The power is supplied to the wireless unit and the wireless activa-
tion function is starting up.
O󰀨 - - The stand-by switch is not set to "AUTO".

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Troubleshooting for wireless activation function
Before asking for repairs, conduct your own inspection rst. If you nd a problem that is not explained in the manual,
do not attempt to dismantle the tool. Instead, ask Makita Authorized Service Centers, always using Makita replace-
ment parts for repairs.
State of abnormality Probable cause (malfunction) Remedy
The wireless activation lamp does
not light/blink.
The wireless unit is not installed into the
cleaner and/or the tool.
The wireless unit is improperly installed
into the cleaner and/or the tool.
Install the wireless unit correctly.
The wireless activation button on the
tool has not been pushed.
Push the wireless activation button on the tool
briey.
The stand-by switch on the cleaner is
not set to "AUTO".
Set the stand-by switch on the cleaner to "AUTO".
No power supply Supply the power to the tool and the cleaner.
Cannot nish tool registration / can-
celling tool registration successfully.
The wireless unit is not installed into the
cleaner and/or the tool.
The wireless unit is improperly installed
into the cleaner and/or the tool.
Install the wireless unit correctly.
The stand-by switch on the cleaner is
not set to "AUTO".
Set the stand-by switch on the cleaner to "AUTO".
No power supply Supply the power to the tool and the cleaner.
Incorrect operation
Push the wireless activation button briey and perform
the tool registration/cancellation procedures again.
The tool and cleaner are away from
each other (out of the transmission
range).
Get the tool and the cleaner closer to each other. The
maximum transmission distance is approximately 10 m
however it may vary according to the circumstances.
Before nishing the tool registration/cancellation;
- the switch of the tool is turned on or;
- the power button on the cleaner is turned on.
Push the wireless activation button briey and
perform the tool registration/cancellation procedures
again.
The tool registration procedures for the
tool or the cleaner has not nished.
Perform the tool registration procedures for the tool
and the cleaner at the same timing.
Radio disturbance by other appliances
which generate high-intensity radio waves.
Keep the tool and the cleaner away from the appli-
ances such as Wi-Fi devices and microwave ovens.
The cleaner does not run along with
the switch operation of the tool.
The wireless unit is not installed into the
cleaner and/or the tool.
The wireless unit is improperly installed
into the cleaner and/or the tool.
Install the wireless unit correctly.
The wireless activation button on the
tool has not been pushed.
Push the wireless activation button briey and make
sure that the wireless activation lamp is blinking in blue.
The stand-by switch on the cleaner is
not set to "AUTO".
Set the stand-by switch on the cleaner to "AUTO".
More than 10 tools are registered to
the cleaner.
Perform the tool registration again.
If more than 10 tools are registered to the cleaner, the
tool registered earliest will be cancelled automatically.
The cleaner erased all tool registrations. Perform the tool registration again.
No power supply Supply the power to the tool and the cleaner.
The tool and cleaner are away from
each other (out of the transmission
range).
Get the tool and the cleaner closer to each other. The
maximum transmission distance is approximately 10 m
however it may vary according to the circumstances.
Radio disturbance by other appliances
which generate high-intensity radio waves.
Keep the tool and the cleaner away from the appli-
ances such as Wi-Fi devices and microwave ovens.
The cleaner runs while the tool is not
operating.
Other users are using the wireless acti-
vation of the cleaner with their tools.
Turn o󰀨 the wireless activation button of the other
tools or cancel the tool registration of the other tools.
Cannot erase all tool registrations in
the cleaner.
Pressing the wireless button on the tool. Press the wireless button on the cleaner for erasing
all tool registrations.
The stand-by switch on the cleaner is
not set to "AUTO".
Set the stand-by switch on the cleaner to "AUTO".
The wireless activation button is not
held down correctly.
Hold down the wireless activation button for more than 6
seconds and then release it when the wireless activation
lamp blinks in red. Hold down the wireless activation button
for more than 6 seconds again until the wireless activation
button rapidly blinks in red and then release the button.

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MAINTENANCE
CAUTION: Always be sure that the appliance
is switched o󰀨 and the battery cartridges are
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.
Removing the lter unit
CAUTION: Wait for about 5 minutes so that
dust in the tank completely settles down.
CAUTION: Be careful not to let the dust enter
inside the tank cover when removing the lter
unit.
The lter unit is attached on the head unit. It consists of
top plate, prelters, dampers and powder lters.
1. Release the locking hooks and lift the head unit up
o󰀨 the tank.
2. Remove the lter unit from the head unit as shown
in the gure.
1
2
Fig.35
► 1. Latch 2. Filter unit
Removing powder lter and prelter
Picking up the knob and remove lters from the top
plate.
1
2
3
Fig.36
► 1. Top plate 2. Filters 3. Knob
To prevent dusts from oating in the air, removing lters
in the polyethylene bag is preferable.
When carrying the lter unit in order to clean out, tie a
polyethylene bag rmly.
1
2
Fig.37
► 1. Filter unit 2. Polyethylene bag
1
2
3
Fig.38
► 1. Top plate 2. Filters 3. Polyethylene bag

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Cleaning of powder lter, prelter
and damper
Clean out the lters and damper from time to time.
Clogged lters and damper may result in poor suction
performance.
Regularly clean out the accumulated dust of lters and
damper.
Occasionally wash the powder lter, prelter and
damper in water, rinse and dry thoroughly in the shade
before use. Never wash them in a washing machine.
Fig.39
NOTE: Do not rub or scratch the powder lter, the
prelter and the damper with hard objects such as a
brush and a paddle.
NOTE: The lters wear out in course of time. It is
recommended to have some spares for them.
Installing powder lter and prelter
NOTICE: The powder lter and prelter can pick
up both dry dusts and wet dusts. Make sure that
the water level sensors activate properly to pre-
vent the powder lter breakage.
Hook the edges of the lter unit to the top plate, and
then lower the knob.
2
1
Fig.40
► 1. Edge 2. Knob
NOTICE: Before using the powder lter, make
sure that prelter and damper are used together. It
is not allowed to install powder lter alone.
Assembling the lters
When you get the lters separately, assemble them as
shown in the gure.
1
2
3
Fig.41
► 1. Powder lter 2. Damper 3. Prelter
Installing the lter unit
After installing the lters to the top plate, hook the holes
of the lter unit to the U-shaped parts of the inner cover.
Then, lock the latch as shown in the gure.
12
2
3
Fig.42
► 1. U-shaped part 2. Hole 3. Latch