Makita 406 User Manual

Vacuum

Cleaner

INSTRUCTION MANUAL

MODEL

(Dry

406

type)

Dimensions

(L x W

x

422

mm

16.5,8rr

H)

Peak air flow Sealed sunction Recoverable capacity

478

mm

3.0

m3”in.

(106

cu.ft./min.)

Manufacturer reserves the right to change specifications without notice.

Note: Specifications may differ from country to country.
WARNING: For your personal safety, READ and UNDERSTAND before using.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

2,100mm

of

water

(83”)

FOR

32 P(8.3

FUTURE REFERENCE.

gal.)

(,8-,/8r,

x

x

699

27.112aa)

DOUBLE

INS

U

L

weight

10.3

mm

(22.7

AT

Net

I

0

kg

1bs)

N

I

M

PO

RTANT

SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

When using an electrical appliance, basic precautions should
always be followed, including the following:

READ

BEFORE

WARNING

ALL

INSTRUCTIONS

USING THIS APPLIANCE

-TO

reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, or

injury:

1.

Do

not leave appliance when plugged in. Unplug from outlet when not in

use and before servicing.

2.

Do

not use on wet surfaces.

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
mended attachments.

5.

Do

not use with damaged cord or plug.
has been dropped, damaged, left outdoors, or dropped into water, return
to a service center.

6.

Do

not pull or carry by cord, use cord as a handle, close a door on cord, or
pull cord around sharp edges or corners.
Keep cord away from heated surfaces.

7.

Do

not unplug by pulling on cord.

8.

Do

not handle plug or appliance

9.

Do

not put any object into openings.
keep free of dust,

IO.

Keep hair, loose clothing, fingers, and all parts of body away from openings
and moving parts.

11.

Do

not pick up anything that is burning or smoking, such as cigarettes,

matches, or hot ashes.

12.

Do

not use without filters in place. Replace a damaged filter immediately.

13.

Turn off all controls before unplugging.

14.

Use extra care when cleaning on stairs.

15.

Do

not use to pick up flammable or combustible liquids such as gasoline or
use in areas where they may be present.

lint,

Do

not expose rain. Store indoors.

in

this manual. Use only manufacturer’s recom-

If

appliance is not working as

Do

not run appliance over cord.

To

unplug, grasp the plug, not the cord.

with

wet hands.

Do

not use with any opening blocked;

hair, and anything that may reduce air flow.

it

should,

it

2

16.

AVOID UNINTENTIONAL STARTING. Be sure switch is OFF when plugging

17.

OUTDOOR USE EXTENSION CORDS. When tool is used outdoors, use only
extension cords intended for use outdoors and

18.

GUARD AGAINST ELECTRIC SHOCK. Prevent body contact with grounded
surfaces. For example; pipes, radiators, ranges, refrigerator enclosures.

This appliance is provided with double insulation. Use only identical replace-

19.

ment parts. See instructions for Servicing of Double-Insulated Appliances.
POLARIZED PLUGS. To reduce the risk of electric shock, this equipment has

20.

a polarized plug (one blade is wider than the other). This plug will fit
polarized outlet only one way.
the plug.
proper outlet. Do not change the plug

If

it

still does not fit, contact a qualified electrician to install

If

the plug does not fit fully in the outlet, reverse

in

so

any way.

marked.

in.

in

the

a

SERVICING

OF

DOUBLE=

INSULATED APPLIANCES

In a double-insulated appliance, two systems of insulation are provided instead

of

grounding. No grounding means is provided on a double-insulated appliance,
nor should a means for grounding be added to the appliance. Servicing a double­insulated appliance requires extreme care and knowledge of the system, and
should be done only by qualified service personnel. Replacement parts for a
double-insulated appliance must be identical to the parts they replace. A double­insulated appliance is marked with the words "DOUBLE INSULATION" or
"DOUBLE INSULATED." The symbol (square within a square)

marked on the appliance.

VOLTAGE WARNING: Before connecting the tool to a power source (receptacle,
outlet, etc.) be sure the voltage supplied is the same as that specified on the
nameplate of the tool. A power source with voltage greater than that specified
for the tool can result
the tool. If

voltage less than the nameplate rating is harmful to

in

doubt, DO NOT PLUG IN THE TOOL. Using a power source with

in

SERIOUS INJURY to the user - as well as damage to

the

motor.

0

may

also

be

3

ADDITIONAL SAFETY RULES

1.

This

is

a dry type cleaner.

such as razors, needles, broken glass

2.

Do

not use close to heat sources (stoves, etc.).

3.

Do

not fold, tug nor step on the hose.

4.

Clean and service the cleaner immediately after each use to keep
operating condition.

5.

Be kind to your cleaner. Rough handling can cause breakage of even the most
sturdily

6.

Do

chemicals. Cracks and discoloration may be caused.

built

cleaner.

not attempt to clean the exterior or interior with benzine, thinner or cleaning

Do

not attempt to pick

or

the like.

up

liquids, sharp materials

it

in

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS.

This cleaner is intended for commercial use.

tiptop

4

Installing

Insert the hose into the hose inlet and turn
clockwise until fully secured.

Installing cloth filter

Install the cloth filter on the tank. Always

be sure that there is no gap between the
gasket on the cloth filter and the tank after

installing

hose

Hose

inlet

I

FT

Tank

-/

Switch action

To start the cleaner, press the "ON" side of

the switch.
of the switch.

CAUTION:

.Do

cleaner may thus result from overheating.

*Do

Air discharged from the cleaner may fan the flame, and the cleaner may be deformed.

To

stop, press the

not operate the cleaner for a long time with intake hole blocked. Deformation of the
not use the cleaner close to heat sources (stoves, etc.).

"OFF"

side

Switch

Cloth

filter

5

Storage

A
the side
straight/bent wand (pipe) out

of

accessories

wand holder (pipe holder) is equipped on

of

the cleaner to keep the

of

the way

during vacuuming breaks.

Both the straight wand (straight pipe) and
bent wand (bent pipe) can be stored after

use just

by

inserting them

in

the holes in

the cleaner base.

6

MAINTENANCE

CAUTION:
Always be sure that the tool is switched off and unplugged before attempting to perform
inspection or maintenance.

Cleaning

Clogged filters cause poor suction performance. Clean out the filters from time to time.
To

remove dust or particles adhering to the

cloth filter, shake the frame bottom quickly
several times.
Moreover, occasionally wash the cloth filter
in soapy water, rinse and dry thoroughly in
the shade before use. Never wash filters in

a

washing machine.

To

maintain product SAFETY and RELIABILITY, repairs, carbon brush inspection and
replacement, any other maintenance or adjustment should be performed by Makita
Authorized or Factory Service Centers, always using Makita replacement parts.

7

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
The accessories or attachments should be used only in the proper and intended manner.

a

risk of injury to persons.

*Nozzle

Part

assembly

No.

12251 24

*Hose

Inner dia. 19 mm (3/4")

No.

Part

Inner dia. 28 mm (1-1/8")

Part
Part

Inner dia. 36 m (1-13/32")

Part

192108-5 (2.5 m: 8 ft.)

No.

192278-0 (1.5 m: 4.8 ft.)

No.

192279-8 (3 m: 9.6 ft.)

No.

192564-9 (2.5

*Corner nozzle

Part

No.

410306-2

m:8

ft.)

*Bending pipe

Part No. 192562-3

*Straight

Part

No.

pipe

192563-1

*Round brush

Part

No.

191 657-9

*Nozzle

Part

No.

8

assembly

122334-2

A

.Paper filter

Part

No.

192573-8

The following joints are available for use with some type Makita planers, belt sanders, miter

routers, etc.

saws,

Applicable model

Concrete Planer

PC1100

Belt Sanders

9401, 9402

Miter Saws

24008,

LS

1400

Elbow

Joint name & configuration

Ass'y

Part

joint

32

No.

JPA

122273

m

Part

No.

JPA

+

+

122274

Joint

Part

Joint

Part

No.

No.

55

55

Ass'y

JPA

Ass'y

JPA

Planers

19008. N 19008. 1901

122275

122275

18058

Joint

40

Nozzle

Part

No. 191569-6

Nozzle

No.

Part

Ass'y

51 - 1

JPA

122276

Nozzle 70-4

Part

No.

JPA

Dust

nozzle

Ass'y

122279

Part

No.

+

Joint
Part

192035-6

70

No.

181 575-9

Routers

36008. 3600BR. 36088.
361 2BR. 3612BRA, 361
3620

2C.

9

VACUUM CLEANER

Model

406

Aug.--23--'96 US

10

Note: The switch, noise suppressor and other part configurations

may differ from country to country.

MODEL 406 Aug.-23-'96

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DESCRIPTION

DESCRIPTION

US

MACHINE

~

11
21
31

41

61
71
81

91
10
11
12
13
14
15
16
17
18
19
20
21
22
23
24
25
26
27

28

29
30
31
32
33

Note: The switch and other

Name Plate
Cowling

Block

Filter

s

e p a r a

t

Switch Base
Switch

0"St

cover cap

Dust

Cover

1

Strain
2
1
1
1
1

1

2

4
2

2

1
1
1
1
1
1

1
1

1
1

1
1
1

Relief
Tapping
Cord
Cord Guard
Seal

Ring 70
Motor Cover
Fan 62
Tapping
Tapping Screw Bind CT 4x12
Plate
Carbon
End

Bell

Wave Washer
Ball

Bearing 6290DW

ARMATURE ASSEMBLY IWith Item 23

Band

Field
Ball

Bearing 6200DOW

Cussion Ring 11

Bare

Flsnge

Band Damper

Fan

125

SDacar

0

r

Screw

Screw

Brush

4x18

Bind CT 5x60

20

part

specifications

MACHINE

~

1

Return

34

1

35

1

36

1

37

1

38

1

39

1

40

1

41

42

3

43

1
1

44

1

45

1

46
47

1

48

6

3

49

1

50

1

51

1

52
53

1
2

54

4

55

2

country

to

56
57
58
59

60

61
62

63

64

country

1
1

1

1
1

2

1
1

&

271

8

may

differ from

Base

Fan

125

Flat

Washer 10

Hex

Nut M8

Fan

Cover

Ring

Support
Guard
Float
Tapping

Screw

Float

Cage
Frame
Tank Cover
Rubber Rtng 352
Cloth

Filter

Tappmg

Screw
Screw

Tapping
Holder
0

Ring

56

Inlet

Pipe Holder

Screw

Tapping
Pan Head

Screw

Hook

Tank
Makita Label
Rubber

Ring

370

Caster

Base

caste, 75
casts, 50
Earth Line 120
Pan Head

Screw

4x18

Flange PT 4x30
4x1 8

Flange 4x25

M4x8

M4x6

11

MAKlTA

I

Every Makita tool is thoroughly inspected and tested before leaving the factory. It is warranted to
be free of defects from workmanship and materials for the period of ONE YEAR from the date of
original purchase. Should any trouble develop during this one-year period, return the COMPLETE
tool, freight prepaid, to one of Makita’s Factory or Authorized Service Centers. If inspection shows

the

trouble is caused by defective workmanship or material, Makita

replace) without charge.
This Warranty does not apply where:

repairs have been made or attempted by others:

repain

are required because of normal wear and tear:
The tool has been abused, misused or improperly maintained;
alterations have been made

IN

NO EVtNT SHALL MAKITA
SFQUENTIAL DAMAGES FROM THF SALF OR
APPLIES BOTH DURING AND AFTER THt

MAKITA DISCLAIMS LIABILITY FOR ANY IMPLIED WARRANTIES, INCLUDING IMPLIED
WARRANTIES OF “MERCHANTABILITY” AND “FITNESS FOR A SPECIFIC PURPOSE,”
AFTER THE ONE-YEAR TERM

This Warranty gives
state to state. Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential
damages,

so

limitation on how long an implied warranty lasts,

the above limitation or exclusion may not apply to you. Some states do not allow

LIMITED

to

YOU

specific legal rights, and you may also have other rights which vary from

ONE YEAR WARRANTY

Warranty

the tool.

Bt

LlABLt I-OR

OF

THIS WARRANTY.

Policy

ANY

INDIRECT. INCIDFNTAL OR CON-

USt

OF

Tt

THE PRODUCT THIS DISCLAIMER

RM

OF

THIS WARRANTY

so

the above Limitation may not apply to you.

will

repair (or at our option,

i

Makita Corporation

3-11

-8,

Anjo, Aichi

Sumiyoshi-cho,

446

Japan

884063

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064

PRINTED IN JAPAN

1996 - 10

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