makita DCL142 Cordless Cleaner Instruction Manual

: June 5, 2024
: Makita

makita DCL142 Cordless Cleaner

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WARNING

This appliance can be used by children aged from 8 years and above and persons with reduced physical, sensory or mental capabilities or lack of experience and knowledge if they have been given supervision or instruction concerning use of the appliance in a safe way and understand the hazards involved.
Children shall not play with the appliance. Cleaning and user maintenance shall not be made by children without supervision.
See the chapter “SPECIFICATIONS” for the type reference of the battery.
See the section “Installing or removing battery cartridge” for how to remove or install the battery.
When disposing the battery cartridge, remove it from the tool and dispose of it in a safe place. Follow your local regulations relating to disposal of battery.
If the tool is not used for a long period of time, the battery must be removed from the tool.
Do not short the battery cartridge.
See the chapter “MAINTENANCE” for the appropriate details of precautions during user maintenance.

Explanation of General View

Red indicator
Button
Battery cartridge
OFF button
HIGH/LOW button
Battery power lamp
Lamp
Indicator lamps
Check button
Front cover
Front cover joint
Dust stopper
Upper side of dust stopper
Lower side of dust stopper
Groove
Dust bag
Lower groove
Cleaner cavity
Paper pack
Nozzle
Cleaner body
Extension wand
Corner nozzle
Sponge filter
Recessed wall
Wall mount for cordless cleaner
Straight pipe
Cyclone attachment
Suction inlet
Full line
Dust case
Button (two locations)
Mesh filter
Hook
Port

SPECIFICATIONS

Model	DCL142	DCL182	DCL182F

Capacity

| with a dust bag| 0.50 L
with a paper pack| 0.33 L

Continuous use

| HIGH| Approx. 20 min.
LOW| Approx. 40 min.
Overall length| 986 mm| 1,004 mm
Net weight| 1.3 – 1.5 kg| 1.3 – 1.6 kg
Rated voltage| D.C. 14.4 V| D.C. 18 V

Due to our continuing program of research and development, the specifications herein are subject to change without notice.
Specifications may differ from country to country.
The weight does not include accessories but battery cartridge(s). The lightest and heaviest combination weight of the appliance and battery cartridge(s) are shown in the table.

Applicable battery cartridge and charger

Battery cartridge	D.C. 14.4 V Model	BL1415N / BL1430B / BL1440 / BL1460B
D.C. 18 V Model	BL1815N / BL1820B / BL1830B / BL1840B / BL1850B / BL1860B
Charger	DC18RC / DC18RD / DC18RE / DC18SD / DC18SE / DC18SF / DC18SH

Charger

Some of the battery cartridges and chargers listed above may not be available depending on your region of residence.

WARNING: Only use the battery cartridges and chargers listed above. Use of any other battery cartridges and chargers may cause injury and/or fire.

Symbols

The followings show the symbols which may be used for the equipment. Be sure that you understand their meaning before use.

Read instruction manual.
Only for EU countries
Due to the presence of hazardous components in the equipment, waste electrical and electronic equipment, accumulators and batteries may have a negative impact on the environment and human health.
Do not dispose of electrical and electronic appliances or batteries with household waste!
In accordance with the European Directive on waste electrical and electronic equipment and on accumulators and batteries and waste accumulators and batteries, as well as their adaptation to national law, waste electrical equipment, batteries and accumulators should be stored separately and delivered to a separate col-lection point for municipal waste, operating in accordance with the regulations on environmental protection. This is indicated by the symbol of the crossed-out wheeled bin placed on the equipment.

Intended use

The tool is intended for the sawing of wood, plastic and metal materials. As a result of the extensive accessory and saw blade program, the tool can be used for many purposes and is very well suited for curved or circular cuts.

Noise

The typical A-weighted noise level determined according to EN60745:

Sound pressure level (LpA) : 80 dB(A)
Sound power level (LWA) : 91 dB (A)
Uncertainty (K) : 3 dB(A)

WARNING: Wear ear protection.

Vibration

The vibration total value (tri-axial vector sum) deter-mined according to EN60745:

Work mode: cutting boards
Vibration emission (ah,B): 7.0 m/s2
Uncertainty (K): 1.5 m/s2
Work mode: cutting sheet metal
Vibration emission (ah,M): 5.5 m/s2
Uncertainty (K): 1.5 m/s2

NOTE: The declared vibration emission value has been measured in accordance with the standard test method and may be used for comparing one tool with another.
NOTE: The declared vibration emission value may also be used in a preliminary assessment of exposure.
WARNING: The vibration emission during actual use of the power tool can differ from the declared emission value depending on the ways in which the tool is used.
WARNING: Be sure to identify safety measures to protect the operator that are based on an estimation of exposure in the actual conditions of use (taking account of all parts of the operating cycle such as the times when the tool is switched off and when it is running idle in addition to the trigger time).

General power tool safety warnings

WARNING: Read all safety warnings and all instructions. Failure to follow the warnings and instructions may result in electric shock, fire and/or serious injury.

Save all warnings and instructions for future reference.
The term “power tool” in the warnings refers to your mains-operated (corded) power tool or battery-operated (cordless) power tool.

COR DLESS CLEANER SAFETY WARNINGS

Hold power tool by insulated gripping sur-faces, when performing an operation where the cutting accessory may contact hidden wir-ing. Cutting accessory contacting a “live” wire may make exposed metal parts of the power tool “live” and could give the operator an electric shock.
Use clamps or another practical way to secure and support the workpiece to a stable platform. Holding the work by hand or against your body leaves it unstable and may lead to loss of control.
Always use safety glasses or goggles. Ordinary eye or sun glasses are NOT safety glasses.
Avoid cutting nails. Inspect workpiece for any nails and remove them before operation.
Do not cut oversize workpiece.
Check for the proper clearance beyond the workpiece before cutting so that the blade will not strike the floor, workbench, etc.
Hold the tool firmly.
Make sure the blade is not contacting the workpiece before the switch is turned on.
Keep hands away from moving parts.
Do not leave the tool running. Operate the tool only when hand-held.
Always switch off and wait for the blade to come to a complete stop before removing the blade from the workpiece.
Do not touch the blade or the workpiece immediately after operation; they may be extremely hot and could burn your skin.
Do not operate the tool at no-load unnecessarily.
Some material contains chemicals which may be toxic. Take caution to prevent dust inhalation and skin contact. Follow material supplier safety data.
Always use the correct dust mask/respirator for the material and application you are working with.

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

WARNING: DO NOT let comfort or familiarity with product (gained from repeated use) replace strict adherence to safety rules for the subject product. MISUSE or failure to follow the safety rules stated in this instruction manual may cause serious personal injury.

Important safety instructions for battery cartridge

Before using battery cartridge, read all instructions and cautionary markings on (1) battery charger, (2) battery, and (3) product using battery.
Do not disassemble battery cartridge.
If operating time has become excessively shorter, stop operating immediately. It may result in a risk of overheating, possible burns and even an explosion.
If electrolyte gets into your eyes, rinse them out with clear water and seek medical attention right away. It may result in loss of your eyesight.
Do not short the battery cartridge:
Do not touch the terminals with any conductive material.
Avoid storing battery cartridge in a container with other metal objects such as nails, coins, etc.
Do not expose battery cartridge to water or rain.
A battery short can cause a large current flow, overheating, possible burns and even a breakdown.
Do not store the tool and battery cartridge in locations where the temperature may reach or exceed 50°C (122°F).
Do not incinerate the battery cartridge even if it is severely damaged or is completely worn out. The battery cartridge can explode in a fire.
Be careful not to drop or strike battery.
Do not use a damaged battery.
The contained lithium-ion batteries are subject to the Dangerous Goods Legislation requirements.
For commercial transports e.g. by third parties, forwarding agents, special requirement on pack-aging and labeling must be observed.
For preparation of the item being shipped, consulting an expert for hazardous material is required. Please also observe possibly more detailed national regulations.
Tape or mask off open contacts and pack up the battery in such a manner that it cannot move around in the packaging.
Follow your local regulations relating to disposal of battery.

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS.

CAUTION: Only use genuine Makita batteries. Use of non-genuine Makita batteries, or batteries that have been altered, may result in the battery bursting causing fires, personal injury and damage. It will also void the Makita warranty for the Makita tool and charger.

Tips for maintaining maximum battery life

Charge the battery cartridge before completely discharged. Always stop tool operation and charge the battery cartridge when you notice less tool power.
Never recharge a fully charged battery cartridge. Overcharging shortens the battery service life.
Charge the battery cartridge with room temperature at 10°C – 40°C (50°F – 104°F). Let a hot battery cartridge cool down before charging it.

FUNCTIONAL DESCRIPTION

CAUTION: Always be sure that the tool is switched off and the battery cartridge is removed before adjusting or checking function on the tool.

Installing or removing battery cartridge (Fig. 2)

CAUTION:

Always switch off the tool before installing or removing of the battery cartridge.
Hold the tool and the battery cartridge firmly when installing or removing battery cartridge. Failure to hold the tool and the battery cartridge firmly may cause them to slip off your hands and result in damage to the tool and battery cartridge and a personal injury.
To remove the battery cartridge, slide it from the tool while sliding the button on the front of the cartridge.
To install the battery cartridge, align the tongue on the battery cartridge with the groove in the housing and slip it into place. Insert it all the way until it locks in place with a little click. If you can see the red indicator on the upper side of the button, it is not locked completely.

CAUTION:
Always install the battery cartridge fully until the red indicator cannot be seen. If not, it may accidentally fall out of the tool, causing injury to you or someone around you.
Do not install the battery cartridge forcibly. If the cartridge does not slide in easily, it is not being inserted correctly.

Battery Protection System

The tool is equipped with a battery protection system. This system automatically cuts off power to the motor to extend battery life.
The tool will automatically stop during operation if the tool and/or battery are placed under one of the following conditions:

Overloaded:
The tool is operated in a manner that causes it to draw an abnormally high current.
In this situation, turn the tool off and stop the application that caused the tool to become overloaded. Then turn the tool on to restart.
If the tool does not start, the battery is overheated. In this situation, let the battery cool before turning the tool on again.

Low battery voltage:
The remaining battery capacity is too low and the tool will not operate. If you turn the tool on, the motor runs again but stops soon. In this situation, remove and recharge the battery.

Indicating the remaining battery capacity (Fig. 5)

Only for battery cartridges with the indicator
Press the check button on the battery cartridge to indicate the remaining battery capacity. The indicator lamps light up for few seconds.

NOTE:

Indicator lamps 2

Note: Depending on the conditions of use and the ambient temperature, the indication may differ slightly from the actual capacity.

Selecting the Cutting Action

This tool can be operated with an orbital or a straight line (up and down) cutting action. The orbital cutting action thrusts the jig saw blade forward on the cutting stroke and greatly increases cutting speed.
To change the cutting action, just turn the cutting action changing lever to the desired cutting action position.
Refer to the table to select the appropriate cutting action.

Position	Cutting action	Applications
0	Straight line cutting action	For cutting mild steel, stainless steel and

plastics.
For clean cuts in wood and plywood.
I| Small orbit cutting action| For cutting mild steel, aluminum and hard wood.
II| Medium orbit cutting action| For cutting wood and plywood.
For fast cutting in aluminum and mild steel.
III| Large orbit cutting action| For fast cutting in wood and plywood.

Switch action

CAUTION: Before installing the battery cartridge into the tool, always check to see that the switch trigger actuates properly and returns to the “OFF” position when released.
CAUTION: When not operating the tool, depress the lock-off button from A side to lock the switch trigger in the OFF position.

To prevent the switch trigger from accidentally pulled, the lock-off button is provided.
To start the tool, depress the lock-off button from B side and pull the switch trigger.
Tool speed is increased by increasing pressure on the switch trigger. Release the switch trigger to stop. After use, always press in the lock-off button from A side.

ASSEMBLY

CAUTION: Always be sure that the tool is switched off and the battery cartridge is removed before carrying out any work on the tool.

Installing or removing jig saw blade

CAUTION: Always clean out all chips or foreign matter adhering to the jig saw blade and/or blade holder. Failure to do so may cause insufficient tightening of the blade, resulting in a serious personal injury.
CAUTION: Do not touch the jig saw blade or the workpiece immediately after operation. They may be extremely hot and could burn your skin.
CAUTION: Always secure the jig saw blade firmly. Insufficient tightening of the blade may cause blade breakage or serious personal injury.
CAUTION: Use only B type jig saw blades. Using blades other than B type causes insufficient tightening of the blade, resulting in a serious personal injury.

To install the jig saw blade, loosen the bolt counter-clockwise on the jig saw blade holder with the hex wrench.
With the blade teeth facing forward, insert the jig saw blade into the jig saw blade holder as far as it will go. Make sure that the back edge of the blade fits into the roller. Then tighten the bolt clockwise to secure the blade.
To remove the jig saw blade, follow the installation procedure in reverse.
NOTE: Occasionally lubricate the roller.

Hex wrench storage

When not in use, store the hex wrench as shown in the figure to keep it from being lost.
First, insert the hex wrench into the hole. Then push it into the hook until it locked.

Dust cover

CAUTION: Always wear safety goggles even when operating the tool with the dust cover lowered.
Lower the dust cover to prevent chips from flying. However, when making bevel cuts, raise it all the way.

OPERATION

CAUTION: Always hold the base flush with the workpiece. Failure to do so may cause jig saw blade breakage, resulting in a serious injury.
CAUTION: Advance the tool very slowly when cutting curves or scrolling. Forcing the tool may cause a slanted cutting surface and jig saw blade breakage.

Turn the tool on without the jig saw blade making any contact and wait until the blade attains full speed. Then rest the base flat on the workpiece and gently move the tool forward along the previously marked cutting line.

Bevel cutting

CAUTION: Always be sure that the tool is switched off and the battery cartridge is removed before tilting the base.
CAUTION: Raise the dust cover all the way before making bevel cuts.

With the base tilted, you can make bevel cuts at any angle between 0° and 45° (left or right).
Loosen the bolt on the back of the base with the hex wrench. Move the base so that the bolt is positioned in the center of the cross-shaped slot in the base.
Tilt the base until the desired bevel angle is obtained. The edge of the motor housing indicates the bevel angle by graduations. Then tighten the bolt to secure the base.

Front flush cuts

Loosen the bolt on the back of the base with the hex wrench and slide the base all the way back. Then tighten the bolt to secure the base.

Cutouts

Cutouts can be made with either of two methods “Boring a starting hole” or “Plunge cutting”.

Boring a starting hole
For internal cutouts without a lead-in cut from an edge, pre-drill a starting hole 12 mm or more in diameter.
Insert the jig saw blade into this hole to start your cut.

Plunge cutting

You need not bore a starting hole or make a lead-in cut if you carefully do as follows.

Tilt the tool up on the front edge of the base with the jig saw blade point positioned just above the work- piece surface.
Apply pressure to the tool so that the front edge of the base will not move when you switch on the tool and gently lower the back end of the tool slowly.
As the jig saw blade pierces the workpiece, slowly lower the base of the tool down onto the workpiece surface.
Complete the cut in the normal manner.

Finishing edges

To trim edges or make dimensional adjustments, run the jig saw blade lightly along the cut edges.

Metal cutting

Always use a suitable coolant (cutting oil) when cutting metal. Failure to do so will cause significant jig saw blade wear. The underside of the workpiece can be greased instead of using a coolant.

Dust extraction

Clean cutting operations can be performed by connecting this tool to a Makita vacuum cleaner.
Insert the hose of the vacuum cleaner into the hole at the rear of the tool.
Lower the dust cover before operation.
NOTE: Dust extraction cannot be performed when making bevel cuts.

Rip fence

Optional accessory
CAUTION: Always be sure that the tool is switched off and the battery cartridge is removed before installing or removing accessories.

Straight cuts
When repeatedly cutting widths of 160 mm or less, use of the rip fence will assure fast, clean, straight cuts.
To install, insert the rip fence into the rectangular hole on the side of the base with the fence guide facing down. Slide the rip fence to the desired cutting width position, then tighten the bolt to secure it.

Circular cuts
When cutting circles or arcs of 170 mm or less in radius, install the rip fence as follows.

Insert the rip fence into the rectangular hole on the side of the base with the fence guide facing up.
Insert the circular guide pin through either of the two holes on the fence guide. Screw the threaded knob onto the pin to secure the pin.
Slide the rip fence to the desired cutting radius, and tighten the bolt to secure it in place. Then move the base all the way forward.

NOTE: Always use jig saw blades No. B-17, B-18, B-26 or B-27 when cutting circles or arcs.

Anti-splintering device

Optional accessory, only for aluminum base model
CAUTION: The anti-splintering device cannot be used when making bevel cuts.

For splinter-free cuts, the anti-splintering device can be used. To install the anti-splintering device, move the tool base all the way forward and fit it from the back of tool base.
When you use the cover plate, install the anti-splintering device onto the cover plate.

Cover plate

Optional accessory, only for aluminum base model
Use the cover plate when cutting decorative veneers, plastics, etc. It protects sensitive or delicate surfaces from damage. Fit it on the back of the tool base.

MAINTENANCE

CAUTION: Always be sure that the tool 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.

OPTIONAL ACCESSORIES

CAUTION: These accessories or attachments are recommended for use with your Makita tool specified in this manual. The use of any other accessories or attachments might present a risk of injury to persons. Only use accessory or attachment for its stated purpose.

If you need any assistance for more details regarding these accessories, ask your local Makita Service Center.