makita DCF300 Cordless Portable Fan Instruction Manual

: June 5, 2024
: Makita

Table of Contents

WARNING AND SAFETY RULES
SPECIFICATIONS
HOW TO OPERATE THE UNIT
MAINTENANCE
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DCF300
CORDLESS FAN
Instruction Manual

IMPORTANT
To prevent serious injury, please read and understand all warnings and instructions before use.

SAVE THIS MANUAL
You will need this manual for the safety warnings and precautions, assembly, operating, inspection, maintenance and cleaning procedures, parts list. Keep this manual in a safe and dry place for future reference.

WARNING AND SAFETY RULES

IMPORTANT
SAFETY INSTRUCTION
When using an electrical appliance, basic precautions should always be followed, including the following:
READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING THIS APPLIANCE.
WARNING- To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, or injury:

Do not expose to rain. Store indoors.
Do not allow it to be used as a toy. Close attention is necessary when used by or near children.
Use only as described in this manual. Use only the manufacturer’s recommended attachments.
Do not use with a damaged battery. If the appliance is not working as it should has been dropped, damaged, left outdoors, or dropped into water, return it to a service center.
Do not handle the appliance with wet hands.
Do not put any object into openings.
Keep hair, loose clothing, finger, and all parts of the body away from openings and moving parts.
Turn off all controls before removing the battery.
Use only the AC adaptor or charger supplied by the manufacturer. Accessories that may be suitable for one cordless fan may become hazardous when used on others.
Do not charge the battery outdoors.
This appliance is not intended for use by persons (including children) with reduced physical, sensory or mental capabilities, or lack of experience and knowledge unless they have been given supervision or instruction concerning the use of the appliance by a person responsible for their safety.
Children should be supervised to ensure that they do not play with the appliance.
Do not expose to fire or high temperatures.
Do not use near open flames, glowing embers, or explosive atmospheres, such as in presence of flammable liquids, gases, or dust. Cordless fans create sparks that may ignite dust or fumes.

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This appliance is intended for household use.
ADDITIONAL SAFETY RULES

Read this instruction manual and the adaptor instruction manual carefully before use.
Stop operation immediately if you notice any abnormalities.
If you drop or strike the fan, check it carefully for cracks or damage before operation.
Do not bring it close to stoves or other heat sources.
Do not use if broken, bent, cracked, or damaged parts are present. Any cordless fan that appears damaged in any way or operates abnormally must be removed from service immediately. Inspect before each operation.
Do not leave the cordless fan energized and unattended.
Don’t abuse the AC adaptor. Never use the adaptor cord to carry the fans or pull the plug out from an outlet.

Keep the AC adaptor away from heat, oil, sharp edges, or moving parts. Replace the damaged adaptor immediately. Damaged adaptors may increase the risk of electric shock.

CORDLESS FAN USE AND CARE

Use the correct cordless fan for your application. Do not use the fan for a purpose for which it is not intended.
The cordless fan can work by AC adaptor supplied or 18V/14.4V Li-ion battery cartridge (listed in SPECIFICATIONS) that was provided by Makita. Use of any other batteries may create a risk of fire. Recharge batteries only with the specified charger.
Store idle cordless fan out of reach of children and other untrained persons.
Disconnect battery cartridge or the AC adaptor from the power source before storing the fan. Such preventive safety measures may reduce the risk of starting the fan accidentally. Always unplug the fan from its electrical outlet before performing any inspection, maintenance, or cleaning procedures.
When battery cartridge is not in use, keep it away from other metal objects. Shortening the battery terminals together may cause sparks, burns, or a fire.
Unplug the unit and allow it to cool before attempting any cleaning or maintenance.

SERVICE

Cordless fan service must be performed only by qualified repair personnel. Service or maintenance performed by unqualified personnel could result in a risk of injury.
When servicing a cordless fan, use only identical replacement parts. Use of unauthorized parts or failure to follow maintenance instructions may create a risk of electric shock or injury.

SPECIFICATIONS

Speed	high/middle/low
Timer set	1/2/4 hour(s)
Battery cartridge	BL1415, BL1415N, BL1430, BL1430B, BL1440, BL1450,

DIAGRAMMATIC SKETCH

1. Fan guard
2. Fan guard holder
3. Steel base
4. Speed change button
5. Timer switches
6. Timer indicator (1 hour/2 hours/4 hours)
7. Speed indicator
8. Power switch button| 9. Oscillation control switch
10. Battery jar
11. Outer ring
12. 12V DC socket
13. Handle
14. 12V DC Plug
15. AC Pins
16. Indicator lamps
17. Check button
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HOW TO OPERATE THE UNIT

**WARNING**

Do not allow familiarity with tools to make you careless. Remember that a careless fraction of a second is sufficient to inflict serious injury.

WARNING

Do not use any attachments or accessories not recommended by the manufacturer of this tool. The use of attachments or accessories not recommended can result in serious personal injury.
This fan is equipped with a 3-speed control using the speed switch; you can also set run time for 1 hour, 2 hours, or 4 hours. The power supply can be with AC adaptor or battery cartridge (Optional accessory).

USING AC ADAPTOR (Fig. B & C)
Insert the 12V DC plug (14 in Fig. C) of AC adaptor into the 12V DC socket (12 in Fig. B), and then plug the AC pins (15 in Fig. C) into the main power supply. Make sure that the voltage rating of the main power supply corresponds with that of the adaptor.

To operate the cordless fan, first, you need to push the power switch button (8 in Fig. A-1) to turn on the fan, now the fan starts to work in high-speed mode . If you want to change to middle or low speed mode, push the speed change button (4 in Fig. A-1) and the speed indicator will show on middle or low speed mode. Push the power switch button (8 in Fig. A-1) to turn off the unit after you finish using it, then unplugged the AC adaptor from the main power supply, and allow the cordless fan to cool completely before performing any inspection, maintenance, or cleaning procedures or storage.

OSCILLATING CONTROL
The oscillating control switch (9 in Fig. A-1) is used to choose oscillation or stationary mode. Press the switch down for oscillation and press it again for stationary. The oscillating angle is as shown in Fig. D.
HEAD ADJUSTMENT
To adjust the direction of the fan, hold the front of the fan head with both hands, and gently push it to the desired position.
The angle is adjustable by every 15 degrees between the range illustrated in Fig. E.

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 or 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 shorten the battery cartridge:
(1) Do not touch the terminals with any conductive material.
(2) Avoid storing battery cartridges in a container with other metal objects such as nails, coins, etc.
(3) Do not expose the 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.
Follow your local regulations relating to disposal of battery.

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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.
Charge the battery cartridge if you do not use it for a long period (more than six months).

Installing or removing of battery cartridge (Fig. F & G)
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. Always insert it all the way until it locks in place with a little click. If you can see the red part on the upper side of the button, it is not locked completely. Install it fully until the red part can not be seen. If not, it may accidentally fall out of the tool, causing injury to you or someone around you.

Do not use force when installing the battery cartridge. If the cartridge does not slide in easily, it is not being inserted correctly.
Indicating the remaining battery capacity (Fig. H)
(Only for battery cartridges with “B” at the end of the model number.)
Press the check button on the battery cartridge to indicate the remaining battery capacity. The indicator lamps light up for few seconds.

Indicator lamps|

Remaining capacity

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Lighted| Off| Blinking
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75% to 100%

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50% to 75%

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25% to 50%

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0% to 25%

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Charge the battery.

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The battery may have malfunctioned.

NOTE:

Depending on the conditions of use and the ambient temperature, the indication may differ slightly from the actual capacity.
Timer setting
The cordless fan can set a run time for 1 hour, 2 hours, or 4 hours by the timer switch (5 in Fig. A-1).
The number underneath the LED shows the remaining hour for turn-off.

NOTE:

The cordless fan may run less time than the time you set when you use the battery cartridge.
In order to prolong the battery life, the cordless fan has an automatic stop output function. If the battery capacity is not enough, the fan will stop working; this is because of the cordless fan’s self-protect function, rather than breakdown.
Then you need to take out the battery and charge it.

MAINTENANCE

**WARNING**

When servicing, ask Makita authorized service centers and with only identical replacement parts. Use of any other parts may create a hazard or cause product damage.

WARNING

To avoid serious personal injury, always remove the AC adaptor or battery cartridge from the unit when cleaning or performing any maintenance.

GENERAL MAINTENANCE
Avoid using solvents when cleaning plastic parts. Most plastics are susceptible to damage from various types of commercial solvents and may be damaged by their use. After the portable fan-cooled, use clean cloths to remove dirt, dust, oil, grease etc.

**WARNING**

Do not at any time let brake fluids, gasoline, petroleum-based products, penetrating oils, etc., contact with plastic parts. Chemicals can damage, weaken or destroy plastic which may result in serious personal injury.
All parts should be replaced at an Authorized Service Center.

STORAGE
To prevent fire or burning, allow the oscillating fan to cool down completely before you store it. Do not store the discharged battery for long periods, as it can shorten its service life.
SYMBOLS
The following are symbols used for the equipment. Be sure that you understand their meaning before use.

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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 collection 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.
For technical questions, please contact an Authorized Service Center.

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