Makita EA3501F, Instruction Manual

Page 1: ...nstruction manual carefully before putting the chain saw into operation and strictly observe the safety regulations Keep this instruction manual Instruction Manual Original Instruction Manual EA3500F EA3501F EA4300F EA4301F ...

Page 2: ...serious or fatal injury persons with a medical device should consult with their physician and the manufacturer of the device before operating this equipment Table of contents Page Delivery inventory 3 Symbols 3 SAFETY PRECAUTIONS Intended use 4 General precautions 4 Protective equipment 4 Fuels Refuelling 5 Putting into operation 5 Kickback 6 Working behavior Method of working 6 7 Transport and st...

Page 3: ...Symbols You will notice the following symbols on the saw and in the Instruction Manual Caution kickback Chain brake Fuel and oil mixture Normal Winter operation Carburetor adjustment Chain oil fill oil pump Saw chain oil adjustment screw First aid Read instruction manual and follow the warning and safety precautions Particular care and caution Forbidden Wear protective helmet eye and ear protectio...

Page 4: ...ser has to accept liability for others Never use the chain saw after having consumed alcohol drugs or medication A fire extinguisher must be available in the immediate vicinity when working in easily inflammable vegetation or when it has not rained for a long time danger of fire Protective equipment In order to avoid head eye hand or foot injuries as well as to protect your hearing the following p...

Page 5: ...de bar the correct sharpening and tightening of the chain the firm mounting of the sprocket guard the easy motion of the throttle lever and the function of the throttle lever lock the cleanliness and dryness of the handles and the function of the ON OFF switch Put the chain saw only into operation if it is completely assembled Never use the chain saw when it is not completely assembled Before star...

Page 6: ...hin the elongated swivelling range of the saw 12 Use the chain saw for sawing wood only Avoid touching the ground with the chain saw while it is still running Never use the chain saw for lifting up or removing pieces of wood or other objects Remove foreign objects such as sand stones and nails found within the working area Foreign objects may damage the sawing device and can cause dangerous kickba...

Page 7: ...ooting risk of stumbling d the next working place is at least 2 1 2 tree lengths away 17 Before cutting down the tree check the direction of fall and make sure that there are neither people nor objects within a distance of 2 1 2 tree lengths Judging the tree Direction of hanging loose or dry branches height of the tree natural overhang is the tree rotten Take into account the direction and speed o...

Page 8: ...noise and emission level For this ensure the carburetor is adjusted correctly Regularly clean the chain saw Regularly check the tank cap for tightness Observe the accident prevention instructions issued by trade associations and insurance companies Do not perform any modifications on the chain saw You will put your safety at risk Perform only the maintenance and repair works described in the instr...

Page 9: ...in oil tank capacity cm3 280 Mixture ratio fuel two stroke oil when using MAKITA oil 50 1 when using other oils 50 1 quality grade JASO FD or ISO EGD Chain brake engages manually or in case of kickback Chain speed at top speed m s 24 1 24 1 24 3 Sprocket pitch inch 3 8 3 8 325 Number of teeth Z 6 6 7 Weight fuel tank empty without chain guide bar and accessories kg 4 8 4 9 3 4 8 4 9 3 1 Figures de...

Page 10: ...ew for oil pump bottom side 13 Fuel pump Primer 14 Identification plate Denomination of components 15 Starter grip 16 Combination switch Choke ON Stop 17 Fuel pump Primer 18 Throttle lever 19 Safety locking button 20 Rear hand guard 21 Fuel tank cap 22 Adjusting screws for carburetor 23 Fan housing with starting assembly 24 Oil tank cap 25 Chain Blade 26 Guide bar 27 Sprocket guard quick tensioner...

Page 11: ...pulling the hand guard 1 in direction of arrow Unscrew retaining nuts 2 Pull off the sprocket guard 3 PUTTING INTO OPERATION Only for models with fastening nuts on the sprocket guard CAUTION Before doing any work on the guide bar or chain always switch off the engine and pull the plug cap off the spark plug see Replacing the spark plug Always wear protective gloves CAUTION Start the chain saw only...

Page 12: ... clockwise until the saw chain catches in the groove on the lower side of the guide bar see circle Slightly lift the end of the guide bar and turn the chain adjust ing screw 4 to the right clockwise until the chain rests against the bottom side of the guide bar While still holding up the tip of the guide bar tighten the retaining nuts 2 with the universal wrench Pull the chain 9 around the sprocke...

Page 13: ...e switched off NOTE It is recommended to use 2 3 chains alternatively In order to guarantee uniform wear of the guide bar the bar should be turned over whenever replacing the chain Retightening the saw chain Loosen the nuts 2 about one turn with the universal wrench Raise the tip of the guide bar a little and turn the chain tensioning screw 4 to the right clockwise until the saw chain is again up ...

Page 14: ...d saw chain Release the chain brake by pulling the hand guard 1 in direction of arrow Unscrew retaining nuts 2 Pull off the sprocket guard 3 Only for the QuickSet guide bar CAUTION Before doing any work on the guide bar or chain always switch off the engine and pull the plug cap off the spark plug see Replacing the spark plug Always wear protective gloves CAUTION Start the chain saw only after hav...

Page 15: ...en turned over turn the chain tensioner to left i e counter clockwise to tighten the chain Checking the chain tension The tension of the chain is correct if the chain rests against the bottom side of the guide bar and can still be easily turned by hand While doing so the chain brake must be released Check the chain tension frequently new chains tend to get longer during use When checking the chain...

Page 16: ...AUTION Start the chain saw only after having assembled it completely and inspected Mounting the guide bar and saw chain Place the saw on a stable surface and perform the following work steps in order to install the guide bar and saw chain Release the chain brake by pulling the hand guard 1 in direction of arrow Fold up the sprocket guard quick tensioner 2 see also the illustration on tensioning th...

Page 17: ...the saw chain Simultaneously push in hard on the sprocket guard quick tensioner 2 and turn it clockwise to screw the sprocket guard on but do not yet tighten it Raise the tip of the guide bar slightly and turn the chain tensioner 3 clockwise until the saw chain is flush against the bottom of the guide bar see circle Push the sprocket guard quick tensioner 2 in again and tighten by turning clockwis...

Page 18: ...udden acceleration of the guide bar combined with the inertia of the hand guard 1 will automatically actuate the chain brake To engage the chain brake manually simply push the hand guard 1 forward towards the tip of the saw with your left hand arrow 1 Releasing the chain brake Pull the hand guard 1 towards you arrow 2 until you feel it catch The brake is now released Chain brake The EA3500F EA4301...

Page 19: ...suit your individual requirements 1 l K 100 mlK In case MAKITA high performance two stroke engine oil is not available it is urgently recommended to use a mixture ratio of 50 1 with other two stroke engine oils as otherwise optimum operation of the engine cannot be guaranteed Caution Do not use ready mixed fuel from petrol stations The correct mixture ratio 50 1 when using MAKITA high performance ...

Page 20: ...mp and the sawing device In case of damage caused by using waste oil or unappropriate chain oil the product guarantee will be null and void Your salesman will inform you about the use of chain oil AVOID SKIN AND EYE CONTACT Mineral oil products degrease your skin If your skin comes in contact with these substances repeatedly and for an extended period of time it will desiccate Various skin de seas...

Page 21: ...lace the saw on a suitable surface To ensure troublefree operation of the oil pump the oil guide groove at the crank case 2 and the oil inlet bore in the guide bar 3 must be cleaned regularly Note After the saw has been turned off it is normal for residual chain oil to drip from the oil feed system the guide bar and the chain for a time This does not constitute a defect Place the saw on a suitable...

Page 22: ...ton 3 is actuated by the palm of the hand and press the throttle trigger 4 CAUTION The engine must be put in idle immediately after starting If this is not done the clutch can be damaged Now disengage the chain brake Warm starting As described above for cold starting but before starting push the combination switch 1 up Choke position and then right away back to the middle ON position This is only ...

Page 23: ...he cover back on 6 Symbol visible Normal operation Symbol visible Winter operation Checking the chain brake The chain brake must be checked before every use of the saw Start the engine as described above have a secure foot ing place the chain saw on the ground so that the chain and guide bar are not near anything Hold the front handle firmly with your other hand on the rear grip Let the engine run...

Page 24: ...omplete assembly and testing of the saw Idle speed adjustment must only be undertaken when the engine is warm with a clean air filter and properly installed guide bar and chain Use a screwdriver 4 mm blade for idle adjustments Adjusting the idle speed Turn adjusting screw S counter clockwise unscrew Idle speed decreases Turn adjusting screw S clockwise screw in Idle speed increases Important If th...

Page 25: ...sed by uneven sharpening of the chain Important Sharpen frequently but without removing too much metal Generally 2 or 3 strokes of the file will be enough Have the chain resharpened at a service centre when you have already sharpened it yourself several times Proper sharpening CAUTION Use only chains and guide bars designed for this saw see the Extract from the spare parts list All cutters must be...

Page 26: ...hain typ 484 Chain typ 492 Files and how to work with them Use a special saw chain round file for sharpening Standard round files are unsuitable Type 484 File the first cutter half with a 4 8 mm dia round saw chain file then switch to a 4 5 mm dia file Type 492 Saw chain round file dia 4 0 mm The file should cut only when pushed forwards arrow Lift the file when leading it backwards First sharpen ...

Page 27: ...esidues or foreign matter remaining in the oil guide groove 4 or on the chain tensioner 5 To install the guide bar saw chain and sprocket guard see PUTTING INTO OPERATION for the correct model NOTE The chain brake is a very important safety device and like any other component subject to normal wear and tear Regular inspection and maintenance are important for your own safety and must be done by a ...

Page 28: ...h drum 12 cup washer 11 and new circlip 9 For replacing the guide bar chain and sprocket see PUTTING INTO OPERATION NOTE Don t use a new chain on a worn chain sprocket By the time 2 chains have worn the sprocket has become worn out so it should be replaced at least at every second chain replacement To distribute the chain oil evenly run a new chain at half throttle for a few minutes before use New...

Page 29: ... that the fleece filter does not need to be cleaned until there is a noticeable loss of power If cleaning the filter does not bring an improvement in performance it is time to replace it Cleaning the nylon filter Use a soft brush or blow out dirt from the inside with compressed air If the filter is very dirty it can be washed in lukewarm water with regular dishwashing detergent Clean frequently se...

Page 30: ...park Insert combination tool between hood and cylinder as shown CAUTION Do not insert the combination tool into the spark plug hole Make contact only with the cylinder otherwise you might damage the engine Using insulated pliers press the unscrewed spark plug 9 against the combination tool away from the spark plug hole with the spark plug cap firmly on the plug Put combination switch 10 in the ON ...

Page 31: ...ring will wind the cable around the drum Repeat the procedure once The starter grip should now stand straight up on the fan housing NOTE With the cable pulled all the way out it must still be possible to turn the pulley another 1 4 turn against the return spring CAUTION Danger of injury Secure the cable grip when pulled out It will whip back if the cable pulley is released by accident Replacing th...

Page 32: ...lacement pull it out through the tank filler neck using a piece of wire bent at one end to form a hook 15 15 Cleaning the air filter compartment fan compartment Remove cover Remove the fan housing CAUTION To prevent eye injury always wear eye protection when cleaning the filter with compressed air The entire area 15 can now be brushed clean or cleaned with compressed air Cleaning the cylinder fins...

Page 33: ...ooling air flow 32 Fan compartment Clean to maintain good cooling air flow 32 Cylinder fins Clean to maintain good cooling air flow 32 Spark plug Check and replace if necessary 30 Muffler Check tightness of mounting Check screws 10 30 Chain guide Check 10 Screws and nuts Check their condition and that they are firmly secured Every 3 months Suction head Replace 32 Fuel oil tanks Clean Annually Chai...

Page 34: ...is will automatically invalidate the MAKITA product guarantee Guarantee MAKITA guarantees the highest quality and will therefore reimburse all costs for repair by replacement of damaged parts resulting from material or production faults occurring within the guarantee period after purchase Please note that in some countries particular guarantee conditions may exist If you have any questions please ...

Page 35: ...ton rings defective Outside Spark plug does not seal Mechanical Starter does not engage Spring in starter broken broken parts malfunction inside the engine Warm start difficulties Carburetor Fuel tank is filled Wrong carburetor adjustment Ignition spark Engine starts but Fuel supply Fuel tank is filled Wrong idling adjustment suction head or dies immediately carburetor dirty Tank venting defective...

Page 36: ...301F 8 9 15 16 26 27 28 29 30 31 32 25 10 7 22 20 6 5 4 19 1 2 3 14 17 18 13 11 12 21 23 Extract from the spare parts list Use only original MAKITA parts For repairs and replacement of other parts see your MAKITA service centre ...

Page 37: ...cm 325 1 Chain protector for 38 45 cm 325 4 1 Universal wrench SW 13 16 5 1 Offset screwdriver 6 1 Carburetor screwdriver 7 1 Suction head 8 1 Fuel tank cap cpl 9 1 O Ring 29 3 x 3 6 mm 10 1 Return spring pack complete 11 1 Spring 12 1 Driver 13 1 Starter cable 3x900 mm 14 1 Spark plug 15 1 Oil tank cap cpl 16 1 O Ring 29 3 x 3 6 mm 17 1 Air filter fleece 17 1 Air filter nylon 18 1 Sprocket guard ...

Page 38: ...38 For European countries only EC Declaration of Conformity The EC declaration of conformity is included as Annex A to this instruction manual ...

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