Makita Vacuum Cleaner Original instruction
Vacuum Cleaner
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS US
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1 SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
1.1 Symbols used to mark instructions
DANGER
Danger that leads directly to serious or irreversible injuries, or
even death.
WARNING
Danger that can lead to serious injuries or even death.
CAUTION
Danger that can lead to minor injuries and damage.
Before starting up your machine for the first time, this instruction manual must be read through
carefully. Save the instructions for later use.
1.2 Instructions for use
Besides the operating instructions and the binding accident prevention regulations valid in the country
of use, observe recognised regulations for safety and proper use.
1.3 Purpose and intended use
This machine is designed for industrial use, such as e.g. plants, construction sites and workshops.
This machine is also intended for commercial use, for example in hotels, schools, hospitals, factories,
shops, offices and rental businesses. Accidents due to misuse can only be prevented by those using
the machine. Refer to the product to determine the protection class of this product. “Grounded products” do not have the double square. “Double Insulated products” has a double square on the name
plate .
Any other use is considered as improper use. The manufacturer accepts no liability for any damage
resulting from such use. The risk for such use is borne solely by the user. Proper use also includes
proper operation, servicing and repairs as specified by the manufacturer.
RATING PLATE
The Model Number and Serial Number of your machine are shown on the rating plate on the machine.
This information is needed when ordering spare parts for the machine. Use the space below to note
the Model
Number and Serial Number of your machine for future reference.
MODEL NUMBER ___________________________________
SERIAL NUMBER ___________________________________
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS.
READ AND FOLLOW ALL SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS.
1.4 Important warnings
WARNING
• BEFORE USING (THIS APPLIANCE).
• Do not allow to be used as a toy. Close attention is necessary
when used by or near children.
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• To reduce the risk of electric shock - Do not expose to rain. Store
indoors.
• Do not leave the machine when it is plugged in. Unplug from the
socket when not in use and before maintenance.
•
Do not use with damaged cord or plug. If appliance is not wor
king
as it should, has been dropped, damaged, left outdoors, or dropped
into water, return it to a service center.
• Do not pull or carry by cord, use cord as a handle, close a door on
cord, or pull cord around sharp edges or cor ners. Do not run cleaner over cord. Keep cord away from heated surfaces.
• Keep hair, loose clothing, fingers and all parts of the body away
from ope nings and moving parts. Do not put any objects into openings or use with opening blocked. Keep openings free of dust, lint,
hair, and anything else that could re du ce the flow of air.
•
Do not use in outside areas at low temperature.
• Do not use to pick up flammable or combustible liquids such as
gasoline, or use in areas where they may be pre sent.
• Only use the socket outlet on the machine for purposes specified in
the Instructions.
Use only as described in this manual and only with the manufactur-
•
er’s re com men ded attachments.
• Do not pick up anything that is burning or smoking, such as cigarettes, mat ches or hot ashes.
• Do not use without dust bag and/or filters in place.
•
To reduce the risk of personal injury due to a loose electrical connection between the appliance’s plug and extension cord, firmly
and fully attach the appliance plug to the extension cord. Periodically check the connection while operating to ensure it is fully attached. Do not use an extension cord that provides a loose connection. A loose connection may result in overheating, fire, an
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increases the risk of a burning.
• For double insu la tion use only identical re pla ce ment parts. See instructions for ser vi cing double insulated appliances.
• For a portable commercial appliance, portable outdoor use appliance,: For outdoor use appliances: To reduce the risk of electr
ic
shock, use only with an extension cord intended for outdoor use,
such as SJW or SJTW.
• Make sure your extension cord is in good condition and is the correct size for your appliance. Table below shows the correct size to
use depending on cord length and nameplate ampere rating. If in
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doubt, use the next heavier gage. The smaller the gage number,
the heavier the cord. An undersized extension cord will cause a
drop in line voltage resulting in loss of power and overheating.
• For grounded appliances: Use only three-wire outdoor extension
cords that have three-prong grounding plugs and grounding receptacles that accept the appliance’
s plug.
• To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, or injury, please read and
follow all safety instructions and caution markings before use. This
vacuum cleaner is designed to be safe when used for cleaning
functions as specified. Should damage occur to electrical or mechanical parts, the cleaner and / or accessory should be repaired
by a competent service station or the manufacturer before use in
order to avoid further damage to the machine or physical injury to
the user.
•
Use extra care when cleaning on stairs.
• If the cleaner is not working properly or has been dropped, da ma ged, left out doors, or dropped into water, re turn it to a service
center or dealer.
• Operators shall be adequately instructed on the use of these machines.
• The machine may not be used as a water pump. The machine is intended for vacuuming air and water mixture.
• Provide for good ventilation at the working place.
• Do not use the machine as a ladder or sted ladder. The machine
can tip over and become damaged. Danger of injury
.
• If foam or liquid escapes from the machine, switch off immediately.
• BEFORE YOU PLUG IN YOUR CLEANER, check the rating plate
at the cleaner to see if the rated vol ta ge agrees within 10% of the
voltage availa
•
Clean the water level limiting device regularly and examine i
t for
signs of damage.
Ampere rating Volts
More than,ANot more than,
0 6 - 0.82 (18) 1.3 (16) 1.3 (16) 2.1 (14)
6 10 - 0.82 (18) 1.3 (16) 2.1 (14) 3.3 (12)
10 12 - 0.82 (18) 1.3 (16) 2.1 (14) 3.3 (12)
A 120 V mm
NOTE - Only the applicable parts of the Table need to be included in the manual
7.62 (25 ft) 15.24 (50 ft) 30.48 (100 ft) 45.72 (150 ft)
Total lenght of cord
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(AWG)
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1.5 Electrical connection
WARNING
• The upper section of the machine contains live components. Contact with live components leads to serious or even fatal injuries.
Never spray water on to the upper section of the machine.
• Do not handle plug or appliance with wet hands.
• The vacuum cleaner must not be used if the electrical cable or plug
show any sign of damage. Regularly inspect the cable and the plug
for damage. If this becomes damaged, it should be repaired only by
Makita or an authorised Makita Service Dealer, in order to avoid a
hazard.
• If grounded products should malfunction or breakdown, grounding
provides a path of least resistance for electric current to reduce the
risk of electric shock. If the appliance is equipped with a cord having an equipment-grounding conductor and grounding plug. The
plug must be inserted into an appropriate outlet that is properly
installed and grounded in accordance with all local codes and ordinances. Improper connection of the equipment-grounding conductor can result in a risk of electric shock. Check with a qualified electrician or service person if you are in doubt as to whether the outlet
is properly grounded. Do not modify the plug provided with the appliance – if it will not fit the outlet, have a proper outlet installed by a
qualified electrician. For a grounded, cord-connected appliance
rated less than 15 A and intended for use on a nominal 120-V supply circuit. This appliance is for use on a nominal 120-V circuit and
has a grounding attachment plug that looks like the plug illustrated
in sketch A in Figure 20. Make sure that the appliance is connected
to an outlet having the same configuration as the plug. No adaptor
should be used with this appliance.
• A double-insulated appliance is marked with one or more of the
following: The words “DOUBLE INSULATION” or “DOUBLE INSULATED” or the double insulation symbol (square within a square). 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 double-insulated 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 re-
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place.
• For double-insulated appliances: To reduce the risk of electric
shock, this appliance has a polarized plug (one blade is wider than
the other) and will require the use of a polarized extension cord.
The appliance plug will fit into a polarized extension cord only one
way. If the plug does not fit fully into the extension cord, reverse the
plug. If the plug still does not fit, obtain a correct polarized extension cord.
A polarized extension cord will require the use of a polarized wall outlet. This plug will fit into the polarized wall outlet only
one way
. If the plug does not fit fully into the wall outlet, r
everse the
plug. If the plug still does not fit, contact a qualified electrician to install the proper wall outlet. Do not change the equipment plug,
tension cord receptacle, or extension cord plug in any way
ex-
.
• To reduce the risk of disconnection of the appliance cord from the
extension cord during operating: Make a knot as shown in Figure
• It is recommended that the machine should be connected via a residual current circuit breaker.
• Arrange the electrical parts (sockets, plugs and couplings) and lay
down the extension lead so that the protection class is maintained.
• Connectors and couplings of power supply cords and extension
leads must be watertight.
• Maintain Appliance With Care – Inspect extension cords periodically and replace if damaged.
•
Do not unplug by pulling on cable. To unplug, grasp the plug,
not
the cable. The plug must always be removed from the socket outlet
before starting any service or repair work of the machine or the cable.
• In no circumstances should the power supply cord be wrapped
around fingers or any part of the operators person.
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1.6 Hazardous materials
WARNING
Vacuuming up hazardous materials can lead to serious or even fatal injuries.
The following materials must not be picked up by the machine:
• hot materials (burning cigarettes, hot ash, etc.)
• flammable, explosive, aggressive liquids (e.g. petrol, solvents, acids, alkalis, etc.)
• flammable, explosive dust (e.g. magnesium or aluminium dust,
etc.)
1.7 HEPA
WARNING
• This vacuum meets the EPA lead related Renovations, Repair
and Painting rule of HEPA vacuums only if the HEPA main filters
are installed.
• HEPA filters captures 99,97% of all particles greater or equal to
0,3 microns. For additional uses, please refer to the applicable
regulations.
1.8 OSHA
To ensure compliance under the OSHA standard for Occupational Exposure to Respirable
Crystalline Silica (RULE 29 CFR 1926.1153), verify that any engineer controls (components used
with the dust extractor such as dust extraction attachments, connectors & hoses) are used per
manufacturer instructions and are securely attached to a Makita extractor/vacuum.
NOTE: Reference the OSHA standards of Exposure to Respirable Silica Dust
(RULE 29 CFR 1926.1153) to ensure compliance.
All OSHA requirements can be found at www.osha.gov
1.9 Maintenance
Remove the plug from the socket before performing maintenance. Before using the machine make
sure that the frequency and voltage shown on the rating plate correspond with the mains voltage.
The machine is designed for continuous heavy work. Depending on the number of running hours –
the dust filter should be renewed. Keep the machine clean with a dry cloth, and a small amount of
spray polish.
During maintenance and cleaning, handle the machine in such a manner that there is no danger
for maintenance staff or other persons.
In the maintenance area
• Use filtered compulsory ventilation.
• Wear protective clothing.
• Clean the maintenance area so that no harmful substances get into the surroundings.
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11.10 Filter Cleaning system
VC4210L: The extractor/vacuum is equipped with an automatic filter cleaning system that removes
most of the fine dust from the filter element. To ensure that suction performance is operating at
optimal performance, the filter element is automatically cleaned during operation.
Manual cleaning by removing the filter is recommended if the filter element becomes extremely dirty.
VC2512L and 3012L: The extractor/vacuum is equipped with a semi-automatic push and clean filter
cleaning system that removes most of the fine dust from the filter element. To ensure that suction
performance is operating at optimal performance, the filter element need to be cleaned with the push
and clean button time by time. Detailed instruction you could find in the user manual.
Manual cleaning by removing the filter is recommended if the filter element becomes extremely dirty.
11.11 Regular servicing and inspection
Regular servicing and inspection of your machine must be carried out by suitably qualified personnel
in accordance with relevant legislation and regulations. In particular, electrical tests for earth
continui-ty, insulation resistance, and condition of the flexible cord should be checked frequently.
In the event of any defect, the machine MUST be withdrawn from service, completely checked and
repaired by an authorized service technician.
At least once a year, a Makita technician or an instructed person must perform a technical inspection
including filters, air tightness and control mechanisms.
For details of after sales service contact your dealer or Makita service representative responsible for
your country. See reverse of this document.
1.12 Certification an standards
The VC3012L and VC4210L are certified by CSA international and complies with the following
standards:
• CAN/CSA-C22.2 NO. 60335-1-11
• CSA E60335-2-69-01
• ANSI/UL STD. 1017
The VC2512L is certified by Intertek and complies with the following standards:
• CAN/CSA-C22.2 NO. 60335-1-11
• CSA E60335-2-69-01
1.13 Warranty
Our general conditions of business are applicable with regard to the guarantee.
Unauthorised modifications to the appliance, the use of incorrect brushes in addition to using the appliance in a way other than for the intended purpose exempt the manufacturer from any liability for
the resulting damage.
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