Brand: Makita
Category: Power Tool
Document Type: Manual
Language: EN
Available Languages: EN , ES
Manual for 440
Uploaded: Nov. 21, 2025, 8:19 p.m.
Manual Publish Date: 2008-08-01
Warranty Information
No specific warranty period mentioned in the manual.
A - USING THE APPLIANCE
1 Releasing the motor unit: Figure "A1" to release, "A1bis" to refit.
2 Switching on:
Wet or dry vacuum cleaner (Fig. A2): Selector switch (A) to "MANUAL". Power switch (B): Position O for OFF (light off), Position I for ON (light on).
With power tool (Fig. A3): Selector switch (A) to "AUTOMATIC". Power switch (B): Position I for ON (light on). Appliance runs in sync with power tool.
3 Connecting a power tool: Plug power tool into motor unit socket, then plug appliance into mains (Fig. A4). Max 2000W (Fig. A5) or 700W for 110V~ 60Hz version (Fig. A6). NEVER plug in higher rated tools or more than one tool.
Troubleshooting and error codes
| EFFECTS | CAUSES | SOLUTIONS |
|---|---|---|
| The appliance won't start. | No power. Defective power cord, switch or motor. |
Check that the power supply is on. Contact your Makita technical service centre. |
| Dust is coming out of the exhaust grating. | Clogged or worn filter system. | Replace or clean filter systems (paragraph "B" page 18-19). |
| Reduced efficiency (suction). | Drum is overfull. Clogged or worn filter system. Clogged tube or attachments. |
Empty drum. Clean or replace filters. Check the hose or attachments. |
| The rpm rate of the motor is noticeably higher. | Drum is overfull. Clogged or worn filter system. Clogged tube or attachments. |
Check the drum. Clean or replace filters. Check the hose or attachments. |
| The appliance will not start in the "power tool" mode. | Defective circuit board. | Contact your Makita technical service centre. |