Makita VC2012L, VC2512L, VC3011L Wet and Dry Vacuum Cleaner

Original Operating Instructions

Important Safety Instructions

Before using the appliance, always read the operating instructions and keep them readily available. The appliance must only be used by persons who have been instructed in its correct usage and explicitly commissioned with the task of operating it. Children should be supervised to ensure that they do not play with the appliance. The vacuum cleaners are suitable for sucking up dust and liquids, and for commercial use in hotels, schools, hospitals, factories, shops, offices, and rental businesses. Observe regulations valid in your country regarding dust separation with an exposure limit of greater than 1 mg/m³ (dust class L). The following materials should not be picked up: hot materials, flammable, explosive, or aggressive liquids, and flammable or explosive dust. The appliance must only be used indoors and be protected against UV radiation.

Before start-up: Ensure that the voltage shown on the rating plate corresponds to the voltage of the local mains power supply. It is recommended that the vacuum cleaner should be connected via a residual current circuit breaker. Inspect the power cord regularly for damage. If the power cord is damaged, it must be replaced by Makita-Service or an electrician. Use only the type of power cord specified in the operating manual. When using an extension lead, use a version specified by the manufacturer or one of higher quality, ensuring minimum cross-sections of the cable are met based on length and amperage. Only use the appliance if it is in undamaged condition. Never use the vacuum cleaner without a filter, or if the filter is damaged.

Operation

Switch position and function:

0: Off
I: On
(Icon of power button with arrow): Auto-On/Off

Picking up liquids:

Before liquids are picked up, always remove the filter bag. Check that the float works properly. If foam develops or liquid emerges, stop work immediately and empty the dirt tank.

Cleaning the filter element:

If suction performance drops:

Switch on the vacuum cleaner.
Close the nozzles or suction hose opening with the palm of your hand.
Press the button to start filter cleaning for at least three times for two seconds each. The resulting stream of air removes attached dust from the filter elements.
If the suction power is too low after filter cleaning, replace the filter.

Blower function:

The cleaner has a blower function to clean inaccessible places or to dry the surface of wet items. Do not direct the air into rooms in an uncontrolled manner. When using the blower function, always use a clean hose. Stirred-up dust can be hazardous to health. Do not use the blower function in closed rooms.

Connecting electrical appliances:

Use the socket on the vacuum cleaner for the purpose defined in the operating instructions only. Before plugging an appliance into the appliance socket:

Switch off the vacuum cleaner.
Switch off the appliance to be connected.

CAUTION! Follow the operating instructions and safety instructions for appliances connected to the power tool socket.

Maintenance, cleaning and repair

Only carry out maintenance work described in the operating instructions. Always pull out the mains plug before cleaning and maintenance. Never spray water on to the upper section of the vacuum cleaner. The use of non-genuine spare parts and accessories can impair the safety of the appliance. Only use spare parts and accessories from Makita.

In the maintenance area: Use filtered compulsory ventilation, wear protective clothing, and clean the maintenance area so that no harmful substances get into the surroundings. During maintenance and repair work, all contaminated parts that could not be cleaned satisfactorily must be packed in well-sealed bags and disposed of in a manner that complies with valid regulations for such waste removal.

A dust test must be performed at least once every year by Makita service or a trained person.

Disposal of filter elements, filter bags and disposal bags:

Discard filter elements, filter bags and disposal bags in accordance with the national regulations.

Transport:

Before transporting the dirt tank, close all the locks. Do not tilt the cleaner if there is liquid in the dirt tank. Do not use a crane hook to lift the cleaner.

Storage:

Store the appliance in a dry place, protected from rain and frost. The machine shall be stored indoors only. Wet filters and the interior part of the liquid container shall be dried before storage.

Recycling the vacuum cleaner:

As specified in European Directive 2012/19/EU on old electrical and electronic appliances, used electrical goods must be collected separately and recycled ecologically. Contact your local authorities or your nearest dealer for further information.

Spare parts and accessories

Description	Order no.
Filter element	VC2012L P-70219	VC2512L P-72899	VC3011L P-70297
Fleece filter bag
Disposal bag

Exploded drawings and parts lists are available on our homepage: www.makita.com

EC Declaration of Conformity (For European countries only)

Makita Europe N.V. hereby declares that the machine described below complies with the relevant basic safety and health requirements of the EU Directives, both in its basic design and construction as well as in the version put into circulation by us. This declaration shall cease to be valid if the machine is modified without our prior approval.

Product: Wet and dry vacuum cleaner

Type: VC2012L/VC2512L/VC3011L

Relevant EU Directives: 2006/42/EC, 2014/30/EU, 2011/65/EU

Applied harmonized standards: EN 60335-1:2012+A11:2014+A13:2017, EN 60335-2-69:2012, EN 55014-1:2017, EN 55014-2:2015, EN IEC 61000-3-2:2019, EN 61000-3-3:2013+A1:2019, EN IEC 63000:2018

Authorised Documentation Representative: Makita Europe N.V., Jan-Baptist Vinkstraat 2, 3070 Kortenberg, Belgium

Date: 01.07.2020

Director: Hiroshi Tsujimura, Makita Europe N.V.

Declaration of Conformity (For UK only)

Makita (UK) Limited hereby declares that the machine described below complies with the relevant basic safety and health requirements of the UK Regulations, both in its basic design and construction as well as in the version put into circulation by us. This declaration shall cease to be valid if the machine is modified without our prior approval.