Makita DVC261ZX8, Instruction Manual

Page 1: ...INSTRUCTION MANUAL Cordless Backpack Vacuum Cleaner DVC261 ENGLISH Original instructions Read before use ...

Page 2: ...Rated voltage D C 36 V Net weight 3 9 4 5 kg Due to our continuing program of research and development the specifications herein are subject to change without notice Specifications may differ 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 The length ...

Page 3: ...ccording to IEC60335 2 69 Work mode operation without load Vibration emission ah 2 5 m s 2 or less Uncertainty K 1 5 m s 2 NOTE The declared vibration total value s has been measured in accordance with a standard test method and may be used for comparing one tool with another NOTE The declared vibration total value s may also be used in a preliminary assessment of exposure WARNING The vibration em...

Page 4: ...nds 29 Use extreme caution when cleaning on stairs 30 Do not use the cleaner as a stool or work bench The machine may fall down and may result in personal injury Battery tool use and care 1 Recharge only with the charger specified by the manufacturer A charger that is suitable for one type of battery pack may create a risk of fire when used with another battery pack 2 Use power tools only with spe...

Page 5: ...e terminal of the tool imme diately after use as it may get hot enough to cause burns 16 Do not allow chips dust or soil stuck into the terminals holes and grooves of the battery cartridge 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 cartridge near high voltage ele...

Page 6: ...hat caused the tool to become overloaded Then turn the tool on to restart Overheat protection When the tool is overheated the tool stops automati cally Let the tool cool down before turning the tool on again Overdischarge protection When the battery capacity becomes low the tool stops automatically If the product does not operate even when the switches are operated remove the batteries from the to...

Page 7: ...elt 1 2 Fig 6 1 Strap 2 Fastener Carrying hook Always grab the carrying hook when handling the vac uum cleaner body 1 Fig 7 1 Carrying hook Switch action You can change the suction power in three steps nor mal 1 high 2 and max 3 To start vacuuming press button once When you change the suction power press the button while the vacuum cleaner is running The suction power switches in order normal 1 hi...

Page 8: ...he LED light flashes when the vac uum cleaner is overheated due to the reduced air flow into the machine caused by clogged hose pipe filter or other reasons Hose band Hose band can be used for holding the hose or free nozzle To secure the hose to the vacuum cleaner body pass the hose band through the slot on the body You can attach the hose band on either side 1 2 3 Fig 10 1 Hose band 2 Slot 3 Hos...

Page 9: ...n sion wand or nozzle for vacuum cleaning to this product If you want to use this product as the vacuum cleaner attach the bent pipe assembly to the hose To attach unscrew the front cuff from the hose and fasten the sleeve of bent pipe assembly onto the hose To remove loosen the sleeve of bent pipe assembly from the hose 1 2 3 Fig 14 1 Hose 2 Bent pipe assembly 3 Sleeve Assembling nozzle and wand ...

Page 10: ...t clicks To disconnect extract the extension wand with pressing the button 2 1 3 4 Fig 16 1 Bent pipe assembly 2 Button 3 Slide type exten sion wand 4 Free nozzle The length of the wand can be adjusted With pressing the slide button adjust the wand length The length is locked when releasing the slide button 1 Fig 17 1 Slide button For the ring type extension wand Shoulder the vacuum cleaner body t...

Page 11: ...NOTE If the bent pipe assembly is attached to the hose remove it beforehand To connect a tool to the cleaner the dedicated hose and or additional parts are required Depending on your cleaner model you need to replace the hose and or prepare additional parts Refer to the following table for details Supplied hose diameter Hose end type Action ø28 mm without part Attach the front cuff with snap on pa...

Page 12: ...t and insert the joint or the front cuff to the inlet part on the hose depending on the tool that you are going to connect 2 Connect the front cuff to the tool s extraction outlet 4 1 3 2 Fig 24 1 Joint 2 Front cuff 3 Extraction outlet 4 Hose To remove the joint and the front cuff follow the installa tion procedures in reverse Installing filter bag dust bag Optional accessory CAUTION Do not use a ...

Page 13: ...ated 1 2 Fig 26 1 Slit 2 Filter bag When using the dust bag insert the brim of the dust bag into the slit 2 1 3 Fig 27 1 Slit 2 Brim 3 Dust bag 3 Align the hole of the filter bag with the hose cuff and push the cardboard portion to the end Make sure that the rubber ring on the filter bag goes over the rim on the hose cuff 3 2 1 4 1 Fig 28 1 Rubber ring on the filter bag 2 Rim on the hose cuff 3 Ca...

Page 14: ...and lower belts Adjust the tightness as necessary Fig 29 2 Press button to start vacuuming If you want to change the suction power press button until the desired suction power is selected Press button to stop Fig 30 During the operation hook the switch box on the D ring or the lower belt The hook can be slanted for lighting forward when hooked on the lower belt 2 1 Fig 31 1 D ring 2 Lower belt NOT...

Page 15: ... NOTICE To keep optimum suction power and clean exhaust clean the filter periodically If enough suction power is not obtained even after the cleaning replace the filter with new one NOTICE To prevent the filter from being dam aged do not use following tools and similar items for cleaning Air duster High pressure washer Tools made of hard materials such as a metallic brush 1 Open the lid and take o...

Page 16: ...AL ACCESSORIES CAUTION These accessories or attachments are recommended for use with your Makita tool specified 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 Hose for vacuum c...

Page 17: ...tach ment and the dust bag of the cleaner when dust has accumulated Continued use will result in weakened suction force NOTE You can use the cyclone attachment with or without lock function NOTE To install or remove the cyclone attachment refer to the section Using as a cleaner Disposing of dust When dust has accumulated up to the full line of the dust case follow the procedure below and dispose o...

Page 18: ...1 2 Fig 43 1 Mesh filter 2 Hook 2 Remove the dust on the mesh filter and then wash it with water After that dry it thoroughly 3 Insert the mesh filter into the base while the hooks are aligned with the port Turn the mesh filter clockwise until the hooks are locked with a click Make sure that the mesh filter is installed securely 2 1 3 Fig 44 1 Mesh filter 2 Hook 3 Port ...

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