Makita VC4710 User Manual
Makita VC4710
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Operating instructions
Notice d‘utilisation
Instrucciones de uso
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IMPORTANT: Read Before Using.
IMPORTANT: Lire avant usage.
IMPORTANTE: Leer antes de usar.
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Español............................................................................................................................ 48
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Contents
Makita VC4710
1 Safety instructions
2 Before starting the
cleaner
3 Control /Operation
4 Applications and
techniques
5 After finishing work
6 Maintenance
7 Troubleshooting
8 Technical data
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2.1 Assembling the vacuum cleaner.........................................10
2.1.1 Taking accessories out of the packaging ............................10
2.2 Preparing for dust pick-up ..................................................11
2.3 Preparing for wet pick-up....................................................12
3.1 Connections .......................................................................13
3.1.1 Connecting the suction hose ..............................................13
3.1.2 Electrical connection ..........................................................13
3.2 Switching on the vacuum cleaner .......................................13
3.2.1 Switch "auto-0-I" .................................................................13
3.2.2 Suction power control .........................................................13
3.2.3 Auto-On/Off-Operation - "auto" switch position ..................14
3.3 Cleaning the filter element .................................................15
3.3.1 Cleaning the filter element (Auto Filter Cleaning System) ..15
4.1 Techniques .........................................................................16
4.1.1 Picking up dry substances..................................................16
4.1.2 Picking up liquids ................................................................16
5.1 Switching the vacuum cleaner off and storage ...................17
6.1 Maintenance plan ...............................................................18
6.2 Maintenance work ..............................................................18
6.2.1 Emptying the tank ...............................................................18
6.2.2 Wet suction .........................................................................19
6.2.3 Emptying the tank ..............................................................19
6.2.4 Replacing the filter bag .......................................................20
6.2.5 Replacing the disposal bag ................................................21
6.2.6 Replacing filter element (Auto Filter Cleaning System) ......22
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1 Safety instructions
Instructions for use
Prior to using the vacuum cleaner for the first time, be sure
to read this document through and keep it ready to hand.
For further information call 18004MAKITA or contact your
local Makita factory service center.
IMPORTANT SAFETY
INSTRUCTIONS
When using this vacuum, basic precautions should always be followed, including the following:
READ ALL
INSTRUCTIONS
BEFORE USING
VC4710
WARNING
To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, or injury:
• Do not leave the vacuum when it is plugged in. Unplug the
unit from the outlet when not in use and before servicing.
• This vacuum cleaner is intended only for use indoor and
for dry and wet pick-up.
• Do not allow to be used as a toy or to be used by children.
Close attention is necessary when used near children.
• Use only as described in this manual. Use only the manufacturer’s recommended attachments.
• Do not use with damaged cord or plug. If the vacuum is
not working as it should be, has been dropped, damaged,
left outdoors or dropped into water, return it to a Makita
service center.
• Do not pull or carry by the cord, use the cord as a handle,
close a door on the cord, or pull the cord around sharp
edges or corners. Do not run the appliance over the cord.
Keep the cord away from heated surfaces.
• Do not unplug by pulling on the cord. To unplug, grasp the
plug, not the cord.
• Do not handle the plug, cord or appliance with wet hands.
• Do not put any object into openings. Do not use with any
opening blocked; keep free of dust, lint, hair, and anything
that may reduce air flow.
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WARNING
• Keep loose clothing, hair, fingers, and all parts of body
away from openings and moving parts.
• Turn off all controls before unplugging.
• Use extra care when cleaning on stairs.
• Do not use to pick up flammable or combustible liquids
such as gasoline or use in areas where they may be present.
• Do not pick up anything that is burning or smoking, such
as cigarettes, matches, or hot ashes.
• Do not use without dustbag and filters in place for dry
dust pickup. Details in picking up liquids can be found in
chapter 2.3.
• Connect to a properly grounded outlet only. See grounding instructions.
• Tool should be turned off before placing switch in the auto
position.
• Only connect a tool rated 5 amperes maximum to this
Receptacle.
SAVE THESE
INSTRUCTIONS
Besides the operating instructions observe recognised regulations
for safety and proper use.
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Purpose and intended use
Transport
Storage
Grounding Instructions
This vaccum is designed for picking up dry, non-flammable dust and
liquids.
This vacuum is designed for commercial use, such as e.g. in
• Hotels, Schools, Hospitals, Factories, Shops, Offices.
The manufacturer accepts no liability for any damage resulting from
improper 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.
1. Before transporting the tank, close all the locks.
2. Do not tilt the vacuum if there is liquid in the tank.
3. Do not use a crane hook to lift the vacuum.
Store vacuum in a dry place.
This vacuum must be grounded. If it should
malfunction or breakdown, grounding provides a path of least resistance for electric current to reduce the risk of electric shock. This
vacuum 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.
WARNING
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.
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WARNING
This appliance is for use on a nominal 120-V circuit and
has a grounding attachment
plug that looks like the plug illustrated.
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.
Electrical connection
Extension cord
Maintenance, cleaning and
repair
It is recommended that the vacuum should be connected via a GFCI.
1. As an extension cord, only use the version specified by the manufacturer or one of a higher quality. See operating instructions.
2. When using an extension cord, check the minimum cross-sections of the cable:
Cable length Cross section
0 - 25 feet
25 - 50 feet 12 AWG
> 50 feet Not recommended
Only carry out maintenance work described in the operating instructions. Be sure that the vacuum is switched off and unplugged.
Before using the vacuum make sure that the voltage shown on the
rating plate on the vacuum corresponds with the main voltage. This
vacuum is equipped with a thermal cut-out to protect the motor and
other vital vacuum parts from overheating. Should the vacuum cut
out, check that nothing blocks the motor cooling inlet on the backside
of the vacuum, wait for the vacuum to cool down and start again. If
the issue persists, contact Makita factory service center.
< 15 A
14 AWG
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Electrical components
DANGER
Electric shock due to faulty power cord.
Touching a faulty power cord can result in serious or even
fatal injuries.
1. Do not damage the power cord (e.g. by driving over it,
pulling or crushing it).
2. Regularly check whether the power cord is damaged or
shows signs of ageing.
3. Have the faulty power cord replaced by your Makita factory service center.
DANGER
The upper section of the vacuum cleaner contains live
components.
Contact with live components leads to serious or even fatal
injuries.
1. Never spray water on to the upper section of the vacuum
cleaner.
CAUTION
Vacuum power outlet.
The Vacuum power outlet is only designed for the purposes
defined in the operating instructions. The connection of
different appliances can result in damage.
1. Prior to plugging in a tool, always switch off the vacuum
cleaner and the tool that is to be connected.
2. Read the operating instructions to the tool to be connected
and observe the safety notes contained in these.
CAUTION
Damage due to unsuitable supply voltage.
The appliance can be damaged as a result of being connected
to an unsuitable supply voltage.
1. Ensure that the voltage shown on the rating plate corresponds to the voltage supply.
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Hazardous materials
Picking up liquids
WARNING
Hazardous materials.
Vacuuming up hazardous materials can lead to serious or
even fatal injuries
1. The following materials must not be picked up by the
vacuum cleaner:
- hazardous dust
- 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 alu-
minium dust, etc.)
HEPA
This vaccum meets the EPA lead related Renovations,
Repair and Painting rule for HEPA vaccums 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 applicable regulations
and consult your local Makita sales representative.
Picking up liquids.
Do not use to vacuum flammable liquids, alcohol, gasses
or explosive dusts, like gasoline or other fuels, lighter
fluid, varnish, polyurethane coatings, cleaners, oil-based
paints, natural gas, hydrogen, coal dust, magnesium dust,
grain dust, or gun powder. Electric motors create sparks
which may ignite the dust or fumes.
WARNING
CAUTION
Spare parts and accessories
Emptying tank
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CAUTION
Spare parts and accessories.
The use of non-Makita spare parts and accessories can
impair the safety of the appliance.
1. Only use spare parts and accessories from Makita.
2. Use only the brushes supplied with the vacuum cleaner
or specified in the operating manual.
CAUTION
Picking up environmentally hazardous materials.
Materials picked up can present a hazard to the
environment.
1. The material collected must be disposed of in accordance with the applicable regulations.
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2 Before starting the cleaner
2.1 Assembling the
vacuum cleaner
2.1.1 Taking accessories out
of the packaging
A
1. Take vacuum and accessories out of the packaging.
2. Open the retaining clamps
A
(A) and remove the upper
section of the vacuum.
3. Take the accessories out of
the tank and the packaging.
P - 79865
W6084
P - 78293
P - 70297
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2.2 Preparing for dust
pick-up: Inserting the
filter bag
A
1. Be sure that the vacuum is
switched off and unplugged.
2. Open the retaining clamps
A
(A) and remove the upper sec-tion of the vacuum
cleaner.
3. Insert the filter bag into the
tank.
1.
2.
3.
4. Press the filter bag connection firmly on to the inlet fitting.
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A A
5. Attach the upper section of
the vacuum.
6. Close the retaining clamps
(A ). Ensure that the retaining clamps fit properly.
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2.3 Preparation for wet
pick-up:
Empty container
A
A
1. Be sure that the vacuum is
switched off and unplugged.
2. Open the retaining clamps
A
A
(A) and remove the upper
section of the vacuum cleaner.
3. Before liquids are picked up,
always remove the filter bag/
disposal bag.
4. Attach the upper section of
the vacuum cleaner.
5. Close the retaining clamps
(A). Ensure that the retaining
clamps fit properly.
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3 Control / Operation
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3.1 Connections
3.1.1 Connecting the suction
hose
3.1.2 Electrical connection
The operating voltage shown on the
rating plate must corres pond to the
voltage of the power supply.
3.2 Switching on the
vacuum
3.2.1 Switch "auto-0-I "
auto
1. Connect the suction hose.
1. Ensure that the vacuum is
switched off.
2. Insert the power cord into a
properly installed grounded
outlet.
Switch
position
0
0
Function
Off
auto
Auto On/Off
I
On / manual
mode
3.2.2. Suction power control
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auto
Switch
position
0
max
Function
The suction
power control
switch allows
precise suction
power for diffe-
min
rent tasks.
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3.2.3 Auto-On/Off-Operation
- "auto" switch position
The vacuum is switched on and off
by the power tool connected. Material is picked up from the source immediately.
To comply with regulations, only approved tools should be connected.
Before setting the switch to "auto"
position, ensure that the tool connected to the vacuum cleaner outlet
is switched off.
auto
1. Switch off the power tool.
2. Switch off the vacuum.
3. Connect the power tool and
the vacuum with a suction
hose.
4. Insert the plug of the power
tool into the tool outlet on the
operating panel of the vacuum.
0
5. Switch on the vacuum.
Switch to "auto" position.
6. Switch on the power tool. The
vacuum motor starts when
the connected power tool is
switched on.
When the power tool is
switched off, the vacuum
continues to run for a short
moment so that any dust in
the suction hose is drawn
into the filter bag.
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10 sec.
3.3 Cleaning the filter element
3.3.1 Cleaning the filter
element "Auto-Filter
Cleaning System"
Only for vacuum cleaning without the
filter bag.
Makita VC4710
To ensure that suction performance is always at its best, the filter
element is automatically cleaned during operation. We recommend
complete cleaning if the filter element becomes extremely dirty.
1. Switch off the vacuum.
2. Close the nozzles or suction hose opening with the palm of your
hand.
3. Turn the switch to position "I" and let the vacuum operate for approx. 10 seconds with the suction hose opening closed.
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4 Applications and techniques
4.1 Techniques
4.1.1 Picking up dry
substances
4.1.2 Picking up liquids
If used correctly, additional accessories, suction nozzles and suction hoses can enhance the cleaning action and reduce the cleaning
effort.
Effective cleaning is achieved if you follow just a few guidelines in
combination with your own practical experience in special fields.
Here are some basic tips.
Before picking up dry substances, always ensure that a filter bag is
inserted in the tank (see page 23 for part #'s).
After picking up liquids, the filter element is wet. A damp filter element clogs more quickly when dry substances are picked up. For this
reason the filter element should be washed and dried or replaced by
a dry element before dry substances are picked up.
Before liquids are picked up, always remove the filter bag/disposal
bag.
If foam appears at exhaust vents, stop work immediately and properly dispose of chemicals in the tank in accordance with the applicable regulations.
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5 After finishing work
Makita VC4710
5.1 Switching the vacuum
off and storage
auto
A
0
1. Be sure that the vacuum is
switched off and unplugged.
2. Wind up the power cord onto
the handle (A). Begin winding up the cord at the vacuum
end and not the plug end to
prevent the power cord from
tangling up.
3. Empty the tank and clean the
vacuum.
4. After picking up liquids: Store
the upper section of the vacuum separately so that the
filter element can dry.
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C
5. Wind up the hose (B) around
B
the upper section of the vacuum and use the hooks (C)
on the toolbox for support.
6. Store the vacuum in a dry
room where it is protected
from unauthorized use.
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6 Maintenance
6.1 Maintenance plan
7.2.1 Emptying tank
7.2.2 Emptying tank after wet suction
7.2.3 Replacing the filter bag
7.2.4 Replacing the disposal bag
7.2.5 Replacing filter element
After finishing work When required
6.2 Maintenance work
Any other maintenance than
described in chapter 6 should be
performed by Makita factory service
center.
6.2.1 Emptying the tank
After emptying the tank: clean the
rim of the tank and the seals in the
intermediate ring and the upper section of vacuum before refitting them.
If the seal or groove is dirty or damaged, the suction performance will
be reduced.
Before reinserting the suction hose:
clean the inlet fitting and hose collar.
A
A
1. Be sure that the vacuum is
switched off and unplugged.
2. Open the retaining clamps (A)
A
A
and remove the upper section of the vacuum cleaner.
3. Tip out the collected material.
4. The material collected must
be disposed of in accordance with the applicable
regulations.
5. Attach the upper section of
the vacuum.
6. Close the retaining clamps
(B). Ensure that the retaining
clamps fit properly.
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6.2.2 Wet suction
6.2.3 Emptying the tank after
wet suction
After emptying the tank: clean the
rim of the tank and the seals in the
intermediate ring and the upper section of vacuum before refitting them.
If the seal or groove is dirty or damaged, the suction performance will
be reduced.
Before reinserting the suction hose:
clean the inlet fitting and hose collar.
auto
A
0
1. Be sure that the vacuum is
switched off and unplugged.
2. Open the retaining clamps (A)
and remove the upper section of the vacuum cleaner.
A
3. The material collected must
be disposed of in accordance with the applicable
regulations.
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A
4. Attach the upper section of
the vacuum.
5. Close the retaining clamps
A
(A). Ensure that the retaining
clamps fit properly.
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6.2.4 Replacing the filter bag 1. Be sure that the vacuum is
A
A
C
switched off and unplugged.
2. Open the retaining clamps
(A) and remove the upper
section of the vacuum cleaner.
Removing the filter bag:
3. Carefully remove the filter
bag connection from the inlet
fitting (B).
4. Close the filter bag connection (C) with the slider.
5. Dispose of the filter bag in
accordance with applicable
regulations.
B
Inserting the filter bag:
6. Clean the tank.
7. Insert the filter bag in the
tank.
8. Press the cardboard collar
of the new filter bag firmly
on to the inlet fitting (B).
9. Attach the upper section of
the vacuum.
10. Close the retaining clamps
A
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A
(A). Ensure that the retaining
clamps fit properly.
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6.2.5 Replacing the disposal
bag
A
C
B
1. Be sure that the vacuum is
switched off and unplugged.
2. Open the retaining clamps
A
D
E
(A) and remove the upper
section of the vacuum cleaner.
Removing the disposal bag:
3. Close the disposal bag with
string (B).
4. Carefully remove the disposal bag connection from the
inlet fitting (C).
5. Close the disposal bag connection (D) with the slider.
6. Dispose of the disposal bag
in accordance with applicable regulations.
Inserting the disposal bag:
7. Clean the tank.
8. Insert the disposal bag into
the tank.
9. Check that the ventilation
holes (E) remain inside the
tank.
10. Press the cardboard collar of
the new disposal bag firmly
onto the inlet fitting.
11. Fold the top edge of the
disposal bag over the rim of
the tank.
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A
12. Attach the upper section of
the vacuum.
13. Close the retaining clamps
A
(A). Ensure that the retaining
clamps fit properly.
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6.2.6 Replacing filter element
(Auto-Filter Cleaning
System)
Never use the vacuum without a
filter.
For safety and extended life of main
filter elements we strongly recommend using filter bag when unit is
operated with certified HEPA filters.
B
A
C
D
B
1. Be sure that the vacuum is
switched off and unplugged.
2. Open the retaining clamps
A
(A) and remove the upper
section of the vacuum cleaner.
Removing the filter elements:
3. Open fi lter tension part (B).
4. Remove carefully the cassettes with fi lter elements.
Inserting the filter elements:
5. Insert new fi lter elements (C)
into the cassettes (D).
6. Attach the cassettes with the
fi lter elements onto the upper
section of the vacuum.
7. Fix the fi lter tension part (B).
8. Dispose of the used fi lter
elements in accordance with
applicable regulations.
B
9. Attach the upper section of
the vacuum cleaner.
10. Close the retaining clamps
A
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A
(A). Ensure that the retaining
clamps fit properly.
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