User Manual

MAKITA 446 L
10
english
7.2.3 Replacing the filter
element
1. Remove the upper section of
the cleaner from the dirt tank
and deposit with the filter
element facing upwards. Do
not place the upper section
of the cleaner on the guard
(1).
2. Turn the filter holder anti-
clockwise (2) and remove it
(3).
3. Carefully remove the filter
element.
4. Clean the filter seal (4).
Check it for damage and
replace if necessary.
5. Check antistatic clamp (5)
for damage and have it
replaced by Makita Service
if necessary.
6. Check the floater (6) for
proper operation: When
you turn the filter holder, the
floater should move back
and forth easily.
7. Fit a new filter element.
8. Fit the filter holder and turn it
clockwise to secure it.
9. Dispose of the used filter
element in accordance with
legal regulations.
CAUTION!
Never use the vacuum clean-
er without a filter.
6
4
5
1
2
3
8 Troubleshooting
Fault
‡ Motor does not start > Fuse in mains plug has
blown.
> Overload protection switch
has tripped.
• Reset the fuse.
• Switch off the vacuum
cleaner and allow it to cool
for approx. 5 minutes. If it
can not be started again,
contact the Makita service
department.
‡ Motor does not run in auto-
matic mode
> Power tool is defective or not
connected properly.
• Check that the power tool
works or that the plug is
inserted correctly.
Cause
Remedy
During the following work,
ensure that dust is not unnec-
essarily spread around.
Wear a P2 breathing mask.