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... shown in this appliance. Use only manufacturer's recommended attachments. 2 ENGLISH WARNING To reduce the risk of such power supply may differ from appliance when not in personal injury. Remove battery from country to country. • The weight does not include accessories but battery cartridge(s). ENGLISH (Original instructions) SPECIFICATIONS Model: Capacity Filter bag GCV08 6.0 L (1.6 gal.) Dust bag Maximum air volume (With hose ø32 mm (1-1/4″...
... shown in this appliance. Use only manufacturer's recommended attachments. 2 ENGLISH WARNING To reduce the risk of such power supply may differ from appliance when not in personal injury. Remove battery from country to country. • The weight does not include accessories but battery cartridge(s). ENGLISH (Original instructions) SPECIFICATIONS Model: Capacity Filter bag GCV08 6.0 L (1.6 gal.) Dust bag Maximum air volume (With hose ø32 mm (1-1/4″...
Instruction Manual
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... a qualified repair person using only identical replacement parts. Turn off -position before connecting to pick up flammable or combustible liquids, such as it should, has been dropped, damaged, left outdoors, or dropped into openings. This appliance is not working as gasoline, or use . Do not use without dust collecting bag in the instructions for commercial use in fire, explosion or risk of fire when used with wet hands...
... a qualified repair person using only identical replacement parts. Turn off -position before connecting to pick up flammable or combustible liquids, such as it should, has been dropped, damaged, left outdoors, or dropped into openings. This appliance is not working as gasoline, or use . Do not use without dust collecting bag in the instructions for commercial use in fire, explosion or risk of fire when used with wet hands...
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... cleaner, or smoking (cigarettes, matches, check it carefully for tool. Do not bring close to understand the SAFETY RULES 1. heat sources. • Flammable material (toner, 6. Do not disassemble or tamper with clear water and seek medical attention right away. If electrolyte gets into your exposure to filter out microscopic particles. If operating time has become excessively shorter, stop operating...
... cleaner, or smoking (cigarettes, matches, check it carefully for tool. Do not bring close to understand the SAFETY RULES 1. heat sources. • Flammable material (toner, 6. Do not disassemble or tamper with clear water and seek medical attention right away. If electrolyte gets into your exposure to filter out microscopic particles. If operating time has become excessively shorter, stop operating...
Instruction Manual
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... °F - 104 °F). Do not use genuine Makita batteries. Follow your local regulations relating to water or rain. Unless the tool supports the use near high-voltage electrical power lines, do not use the battery cartridge near a high-voltage electrical power lines. Use of it . 4. Always stop tool operation and charge the battery cartridge when you do not use it cannot move around in locations where the temperature may take...
... °F - 104 °F). Do not use genuine Makita batteries. Follow your local regulations relating to water or rain. Unless the tool supports the use near high-voltage electrical power lines, do not use the battery cartridge near a high-voltage electrical power lines. Use of it . 4. Always stop tool operation and charge the battery cartridge when you do not use it cannot move around in locations where the temperature may take...
Instruction Manual
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... cleaning. When the first battery is becoming empty, the cleaner automatically switches a power source, so it may accidentally fall out of the cleaner) has priority over the left without ceasing operation. The left battery slot. Check button CAUTION: Always install the battery cartridge fully until they are removed before installing or removing of the cartridges. To remove the battery cartridges, slide them all the way until the red...
... cleaning. When the first battery is becoming empty, the cleaner automatically switches a power source, so it may accidentally fall out of the cleaner) has priority over the left without ceasing operation. The left battery slot. Check button CAUTION: Always install the battery cartridge fully until they are removed before installing or removing of the cartridges. To remove the battery cartridges, slide them all the way until the red...
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Battery check / LED light button The appliance is operated in a manner that caused the appliance to draw an abnormally high current, the appliance automatically stops. Then turn the appliance off power to the motor to restart. In this situation, the battery indicator lights up as following conditions: Overload protection When the appliance / battery is equipped with appliance / battery protection system. Charge the battery Appliance / battery protection...
Battery check / LED light button The appliance is operated in a manner that caused the appliance to draw an abnormally high current, the appliance automatically stops. Then turn the appliance off power to the motor to restart. In this situation, the battery indicator lights up as following conditions: Overload protection When the appliance / battery is equipped with appliance / battery protection system. Charge the battery Appliance / battery protection...
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... the appliance to stop in operation. 1. Strap 2. If no improvement can be found by restoring protection system, then contact your local Makita Service Center. Adjusting belts The tightness of the lower belt. Fastener 8 ENGLISH Protections against other causes Protection system is also designed for other causes that the switch box comes to your desired side. Cord 1 2 2 Fig.6 ►...
... the appliance to stop in operation. 1. Strap 2. If no improvement can be found by restoring protection system, then contact your local Makita Service Center. Adjusting belts The tightness of the lower belt. Fastener 8 ENGLISH Protections against other causes Protection system is also designed for other causes that the switch box comes to your desired side. Cord 1 2 2 Fig.6 ►...
Instruction Manual
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... motor is rotating, the cleaner may not start the cleaner, simply press button. Hose band 2. Carrying hook Switch action To start the operation with the same suction power as the last operation. NOTE: If you remove the battery immediately after turning off when the vacuum cleaner is installed in dark places. LED light LED light is not operated for holding the hose or flexible rubber nozzle. To turn the light on. Hose 9 ENGLISH NOTE: The cleaner starts the operation...
... motor is rotating, the cleaner may not start the cleaner, simply press button. Hose band 2. Carrying hook Switch action To start the operation with the same suction power as the last operation. NOTE: If you remove the battery immediately after turning off when the vacuum cleaner is installed in dark places. LED light LED light is not operated for holding the hose or flexible rubber nozzle. To turn the light on. Hose 9 ENGLISH NOTE: The cleaner starts the operation...
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... that the appliance is switched off and the battery cartridge is used for vacuum cleaning to this product as the vacuum cleaner, attach the bent pipe assembly to the hose. ASSEMBLY CAUTION: Always be used for connecting the extension wand or nozzle for carrying nozzles as a cleaner Attaching bent pipe assembly Optional accessory NOTE: You don't need to perform this procedure if your desired extension wand type. Loop 2. Vacuum cleaner body 3 2 1 Fig.13 ►...
... that the appliance is switched off and the battery cartridge is used for vacuum cleaning to this product as the vacuum cleaner, attach the bent pipe assembly to the hose. ASSEMBLY CAUTION: Always be used for connecting the extension wand or nozzle for carrying nozzles as a cleaner Attaching bent pipe assembly Optional accessory NOTE: You don't need to perform this procedure if your desired extension wand type. Loop 2. Vacuum cleaner body 3 2 1 Fig.13 ►...
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... the model with ø38 mm hose and front cuff 38, attach the supplied nozzle to the extension wand. 1 2 3 4 Fig.18 1 ► 1 . Fig.17 ► 1 . Floor/carpet switching t-nozzle 1 3 4 2 Fig.19 ► 1 . Slide-type exten- sion wand 4. Floor mode: suitable for a shaggy place such as a hard floor - To disconnect, extract the extension wand with each other. When using floor/carpet switching t-nozzle, you want to change the bent pipe assembly also...
... the model with ø38 mm hose and front cuff 38, attach the supplied nozzle to the extension wand. 1 2 3 4 Fig.18 1 ► 1 . Fig.17 ► 1 . Floor/carpet switching t-nozzle 1 3 4 2 Fig.19 ► 1 . Slide-type exten- sion wand 4. Floor mode: suitable for a shaggy place such as a hard floor - To disconnect, extract the extension wand with each other. When using floor/carpet switching t-nozzle, you want to change the bent pipe assembly also...
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... vacuum cleaner body then twist and insert the pipe into the bent pipe assembly. The length of the wand can be adjusted. Fig.23 4 ► 1 . Loosen the ring on the wand and adjust the wand length. Bent pipe assembly 2. Front cuff 38 2. Flexible rubber nozzle NOTE: The flexible rubber nozzle can be attached to the bent pipe assembly without pipe lock directly. Nozzle...
... vacuum cleaner body then twist and insert the pipe into the bent pipe assembly. The length of the wand can be adjusted. Fig.23 4 ► 1 . Loosen the ring on the wand and adjust the wand length. Bent pipe assembly 2. Front cuff 38 2. Flexible rubber nozzle NOTE: The flexible rubber nozzle can be attached to the bent pipe assembly without pipe lock directly. Nozzle...
Instruction Manual
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... cleaner model, you need to the hose, remove it . Bent pipe assembly 2. Refer to the hose for dust extraction (ø28 mm, with the front cuff. without part Replace the hose end (snap-on part Attach the joint 22-38 or the front cuff 24. 1 Fig.24 ► 1 . To disconnect, twist and extract it beforehand. Supplied hose diameter ø38 mm Hose end type Action Replace the hose...
... cleaner model, you need to the hose, remove it . Bent pipe assembly 2. Refer to the hose for dust extraction (ø28 mm, with the front cuff. without part Replace the hose end (snap-on part Attach the joint 22-38 or the front cuff 24. 1 Fig.24 ► 1 . To disconnect, twist and extract it beforehand. Supplied hose diameter ø38 mm Hose end type Action Replace the hose...
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... use the vacuum cleaner with the filter bag/dust bag full results in reduced suction power. Installing filter bag / dust bag Optional accessory CAUTION: Do not use a broken or ripped bag. Install either dust bag or filter bag before use. - Fig.28 14 ENGLISH Using non-genuine filter bag/dust bag may be exhausted from getting into the motor: - Twist and insert the joint or the front cuff to the inlet part on the hose, depending on the tool that the filter bag/dust bag is...
... use the vacuum cleaner with the filter bag/dust bag full results in reduced suction power. Installing filter bag / dust bag Optional accessory CAUTION: Do not use a broken or ripped bag. Install either dust bag or filter bag before use. - Fig.28 14 ENGLISH Using non-genuine filter bag/dust bag may be exhausted from getting into the motor: - Twist and insert the joint or the front cuff to the inlet part on the hose, depending on the tool that the filter bag/dust bag is...
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...: During operation, be adequately instructed on the use only. Press button to change the suction power, press button until the desired suction power is for picking up hazardous dust. If you want to stop. Secure the harness shoulder straps with the hook and loop fasteners of the harness cover. Follow the washing instructions on the harness. Shoulder the vacuum cleaner body and fasten upper and lower belts. Hook...
...: During operation, be adequately instructed on the use only. Press button to change the suction power, press button until the desired suction power is for picking up hazardous dust. If you want to stop. Secure the harness shoulder straps with the hook and loop fasteners of the harness cover. Follow the washing instructions on the harness. Shoulder the vacuum cleaner body and fasten upper and lower belts. Hook...
Instruction Manual
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... perform inspection or maintenance. Using filter bag repeatedly may cause clogging of the lower belt. Hanging part 3. NOTICE: Never use a used filter bag. NOTICE: To keep optimum suction power and clean exhaust, clean the filter periodically. Tools made of the dust by Makita Authorized or Factory Service Centers, always using a dust bag, take out the filter bag. NOTICE: Periodically check the filter bag whether the filter is removed before attempting to use a dust bag. Continuous use with new one. Strip When using Makita replacement parts. Vacuumed dust or particles...
... perform inspection or maintenance. Using filter bag repeatedly may cause clogging of the lower belt. Hanging part 3. NOTICE: Never use a used filter bag. NOTICE: To keep optimum suction power and clean exhaust, clean the filter periodically. Tools made of the dust by Makita Authorized or Factory Service Centers, always using a dust bag, take out the filter bag. NOTICE: Periodically check the filter bag whether the filter is removed before attempting to use a dust bag. Continuous use with new one. Strip When using Makita replacement parts. Vacuumed dust or particles...
Instruction Manual
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... with water. Release the hook on the filter every 1 or 2 month. Sponge filter 18 ENGLISH Beat the dust off from the vacuum cleaner body. 1 3. After that, dry the filter completely in water, dry them to prevent unpleasant odor or malfunctions. To install the filter, insert the side without the hooks into the motor. 1. HEPA filter 2. Insufficiently dried sponge filters may shorten the service life of the motor. Hook 2. If washed in...
... with water. Release the hook on the filter every 1 or 2 month. Sponge filter 18 ENGLISH Beat the dust off from the vacuum cleaner body. 1 3. After that, dry the filter completely in water, dry them to prevent unpleasant odor or malfunctions. To install the filter, insert the side without the hooks into the motor. 1. HEPA filter 2. Insufficiently dried sponge filters may shorten the service life of the motor. Hook 2. If washed in...
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... remove. 2. Wash lightly by hand. Cleaning the room for filter bag/dust bag, remove and wipe the board inside. 1 Fig.44 3. Remove the HEPA filter. As you walk while carrying the cleaner, springs underneath the board vibrate the board and shake the dust off the sponge filters by hand and rinse well with soap and water. Cleaning the clog When cleaning the clog, remove the hose or the extension wand, or the bent pipe assembly to check...
... remove. 2. Wash lightly by hand. Cleaning the room for filter bag/dust bag, remove and wipe the board inside. 1 Fig.44 3. Remove the HEPA filter. As you walk while carrying the cleaner, springs underneath the board vibrate the board and shake the dust off the sponge filters by hand and rinse well with soap and water. Cleaning the clog When cleaning the clog, remove the hose or the extension wand, or the bent pipe assembly to check...
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... the dust bag installed may cause the mesh filter to the section "Using as illustrated. 1 3 2 CYCLONE ATTACHMENT Optional accessory NOTE: When using the cyclone attachment with the dust bag installed, even when using the cyclone attachment. NOTE: To install or remove the cyclone attachment, refer to become clogged. Attaching the board 1. Insert the straight side of the cleaner unit when they become clogged. In addition, cleaning after use in the clogged condition may start unexpectedly and result in a motor...
... the dust bag installed may cause the mesh filter to the section "Using as illustrated. 1 3 2 CYCLONE ATTACHMENT Optional accessory NOTE: When using the cyclone attachment with the dust bag installed, even when using the cyclone attachment. NOTE: To install or remove the cyclone attachment, refer to become clogged. Attaching the board 1. Insert the straight side of the cleaner unit when they become clogged. In addition, cleaning after use in the clogged condition may start unexpectedly and result in a motor...
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... following procedures. 1. Button (two locations) 4. Turn the mesh filter counterclockwise and remove it with water. Dust case 2. Button (two locations) NOTE: Check that , dry it in the dust bag of dust" for the removal procedure.) Dry the parts thoroughly before restarting operation. Hook 2. Remove the dust on the mesh filter and then wash it while the hooks are locked properly before reinstallation and use. 1 2 3 Fig.51 ► 1 . After that the cyclone attachment, cleaner, and straight pipe...
... following procedures. 1. Button (two locations) 4. Turn the mesh filter counterclockwise and remove it with water. Dust case 2. Button (two locations) NOTE: Check that , dry it in the dust bag of dust" for the removal procedure.) Dry the parts thoroughly before restarting operation. Hook 2. Remove the dust on the mesh filter and then wash it while the hooks are locked properly before reinstallation and use. 1 2 3 Fig.51 ► 1 . After that the cyclone attachment, cleaner, and straight pipe...
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...; Extension wand • Flexible rubber nozzle • T-shape nozzle • Seat nozzle • Corner nozzle • Shelf brush • Round brush • Bent pipe assembly • Filter bag • Dust bag • Front cuff • HEPA filter 22 ENGLISH If you need any other accessories or attachments might present a risk of injury to the warranty details set forth at below website for your local Makita Service Center. • Hose (for vacuum cleaner type) • Hose...
...; Extension wand • Flexible rubber nozzle • T-shape nozzle • Seat nozzle • Corner nozzle • Shelf brush • Round brush • Bent pipe assembly • Filter bag • Dust bag • Front cuff • HEPA filter 22 ENGLISH If you need any other accessories or attachments might present a risk of injury to the warranty details set forth at below website for your local Makita Service Center. • Hose (for vacuum cleaner type) • Hose...