User manual MAKITA BCL140

[. . . ] Do not pick up anything that is burning or smoking, such as cigarettes, matches, or hot ashes. Children should be supervised to ensure that they do not play with the appliance. When using an electrical appliance, basic precautions should always be followed, including the following: Do not allow to be used as a toy. If appliance is not working as it should, has been dropped, damaged, left outdoors, or dropped into water, return it to a service center. [. . . ] Empty the cleaner before it becomes too full, or the suction force weakens. ⷠBe sure to empty out the dust inside the cleaner itself. failure to do so may cause the filter to be clogged or the motor to be damaged. In order to drop dust sticking on the filter in the capsule, tap the capsule 4 or 5 times with your hand. 4) Now point suction inlet downwards, turn capsule in direction of arrow in diagram, and disconnect capsule slowly and straight. Dust may spill out when capsule is opened, so be sure to set a garbage bag beneath capsule. 6) Twist prefilter in direction of arrow to unfasten securing lip from cleaner unit and then pull off prefilter. Always stop tool operation and charge the battery cartridge when you notice less tool power. Always be sure that the tool is switched off and the battery cartridge is removed before adjusting or checking function on the tool. ⷠTake care not to trap finger(s) between cleaner and battery as shown in diagram when loading battery. If filter is put on incorrectly as shown in diagram, dust will get into motor housing, and cause motor failure. At this time, make sure to twist prefilter so that securing lip is firmly locked into cleaner unit. Align O symbol on capsule with O symbol on handle and then firmly twist capsule in direction of arrow until it is secured. Always remove dust ahead of time, as suction power will be reduced if there is too much dust in cleaner. ⷠAlways be sure to check that both filter and prefilter are loaded correctly prior to using cleaner. If they are not loaded correctly, dust will get into the motor housing, and cause motor failure. If the following examples occur, filter and prefilter are not loaded correctly. Always switch off the tool before insertion or removal of the battery cartridge. ⷠTo remove the battery cartridge, withdraw it from the tool while sliding the button on the front of the cartridge. ⷠTo insert the battery cartridge, align the tongue on the battery cartridge with the groove in the housing and slip it into place. [. . . ] This arrangement is convenient for cleaning a floor while standing erect. Symptom Weak suction power Not working Area to be investigated · Empty dust from capsule. 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. These accessories or attachments are recommended for use with your Makita tool specified in this manual. [. . . ]