Cleaning The Hepa Filter - Makita XCV19 Manual De Instrucciones

MAINTENANCE
CAUTION:
Always be sure that the appli-
ance is switched off and the battery cartridge is
removed before attempting to perform inspection
or maintenance.
NOTICE:
Never use gasoline, benzine, thinner,
alcohol or the like. Discoloration, deformation or
cracks may result.
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.
Storage
When storing, remove the battery cartridges and store
the appliance on level place in upright position.
Cleaning the appliance body
From time to time wipe off the outside (cleaner body) of
the cleaner using a cloth dampened in soapy water.

Cleaning the HEPA filter

CAUTION:
Do not use the cleaner without a
filter or continue to use dirty or damaged filter.
Vacuumed dust or particles may be exhausted
from the cleaner and they may cause respiratory
disease to the operator.
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 dust box cover and take out the filter bag.
Release the hooks on the filter and remove it from the appliance body.
► 1. Hook
2.
Beat the dust off from the filter. The filter can be washed
with water. Rinse away the dust and particles on the filter every
1 or 2 month. After that, dry the filter completely in a shaded and
well-ventilated place to prevent unpleasant odor or malfunctions.
3. To install the filter, insert the side without the
hooks into the groove then push in the filter until the
hooks are secured with a click.
► 1. Groove 2. HEPA filter 3. Hook
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