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INSTRUCTION MANUAL Cordless High Pressure Washer DHW080 Read before use.
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WARNING Machines shall not be used by children. Children should be • supervised to ensure that they do not play with the machine. This machine is not intended for use by persons (including chil- • dren) with reduced physical, sensory, or mental capabilities, or lack of experience and knowledge.
To ensure machine safety, use only original spare parts from the • manufacturer or approved by the manufacturer. Always be sure that the tool is switched off and battery cartridges • are removed before carrying out any work on the tool. Do not use the machine if important parts of the machine are •...
Always place the high pressure washer body Symbols on a level and stable surface. Avoid areas where the ejected water will run or pool. The followings show the symbols which may be used Before cleaning, check the surroundings and for the equipment. Be sure that you understand their objects to be cleaned.
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10. Keep handles dry, clean, and free of oil or 26. Prevent unintentional starting. Ensure the grease. switch is in the off-position before connecting to battery pack, picking up or carrying the Stay alert – watch what you are doing. appliance.
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12. Use the batteries only with the products specified by Makita. Installing the batteries to non-compliant products may result in a fire, exces- sive heat, explosion, or leak of electrolyte. 6 ENGLISH...
It will After installing or removing the battery cartridges, be also void the Makita warranty for the Makita tool and sure to close the cover. charger.
Indicator lamps Remaining CAUTION: Always install the battery cartridge capacity fully until the red indicator cannot be seen. If not, it may accidentally fall out of the tool, causing injury to Lighted Blinking you or someone around you. 75% to 100% CAUTION: Do not install the battery cartridge forcibly.
Nozzle functions Battery indicator status Remaining battery capacity NOTE: The standard nozzles vary depending on the Blinking country. Also refer to the OPTIONAL ACCESSORIES 50% to 100% section for other nozzles. Spray lance 20% to 50% Country specific 0% to 20% Charge the battery Power switch...
When attaching the sleeve to the filter case, be careful not to hurt your hand by the hose band. NOTICE: Always use Makita's suction hose set. NOTICE: Always keep 1 m (3.28 ft) or less in height between the inlet of the high pressure washer and the water surface.
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To introduce water into the hose, remove the nozzle NOTICE: Do not feed water above the full water from the trigger gun and switch on the high pressure level line. washer while the trigger is squeezed. Once water is NOTICE: The lid of the container is not a tight ejected stably from the trigger gun, release the trigger seal type.
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Remove the water hose connector from the inlet NOTICE: Pay attention to the handling of the of the high pressure washer. After that, connect the filter container when carrying. Carrying the container case to the inlet and then hose to the filter case. with high pressure washer and accessories or water inside may cause accident or personal injury due to its own weight.
Connecting to a faucet ASSEMBLY CAUTION: Always use a pressure-resistant CAUTION: Always be sure that the tool is water hose with ø 13 mm or larger diameter and switched off and the battery cartridge is removed connect to the faucet using a proper fittings. before carrying out any work on the tool.
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Connecting the foam nozzle NOTE: The fitting depends on the shape of the faucet to which you connect. Prepare a suitable commercial- ly-bought fitting. Optional accessory Attach the water hose connector to the inlet (with CAUTION: Always lock the trigger of the the faucet marking) and then insert the coupling sleeve.
Optional accessory leakage. You can place Makita plastic carrying case on the top of the container. Put the plastic carrying case onto the container so that it is secured with the mounts on the lid of the container.
Open the cover and install the battery cartridges NOTICE: Be careful not to pull the trigger gun into the high pressure washer and then lock the cover. forcibly during operation. It may cause the high pressure washer to fall over. NOTICE: When suspending the operation for a long time, switch off the high pressure washer...
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. Cleaning the nozzle NOTICE: Do not run the motor for longer than 1 minute.
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When using the suction hose set (optional accessory), If your model is supplied with the container, store the take the filter out of the filter case and remove dirt and high pressure washer and accessories in it. debris. Storage example ►...
Before asking for repairs, conduct your own inspection first. If you find a problem that is not explained in the manual, do not attempt to dismantle the tool. Instead, ask Makita Authorized Service Centers, always using Makita replacement parts for repairs.
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Foam nozzle Rotating wash brush Country specific Three brushes inside rotate slowly when ejecting the jet. Suitable for cleaning light dirt on a exterior wall, car Detergent can be sprayed as foam. body, bath tub, etc. Washing brush (long) Lance extension A nozzle equipped with a brush.
Splash guard ► 1. Nozzle 2. Connecting joint 3. Trigger gun Reduces splash back when cleaning corners with the NOTE: The connecting joint is needed when using dirt blaster. the nozzles included with another model, HW112 or HW121. Swivel joint Pipe cleaning hose (10 m/15 m) Prevents the high-pressure hose from being twisted.