Makita UC3030A, Instruction Manual

Page 1: ...530A UC3530AP UC4030AP Important Read this instruction manual carefully before putting the chain saw into operation and strictly observe the safety regulations Keep this instruction manual Instruction Manual Original instructions ...

Page 2: ...recautions 6 Personal protective equipment 6 Putting into operation 6 7 Working behavior method of working 7 9 Kickback 9 Transport and storage 10 Maintenance 10 First aid 10 Technical data 11 Denomination of components 11 PUTTING INTO OPERATION Mounting the guide bar and saw chain 12 13 Tightening the saw chain 13 Checking the chain tension 14 Chain brake Run out brake 14 Saw chain oil 15 ...

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Page 7: ...guide bar lubricating the sprocket nose 20 Replacing the saw chain 21 Inspecting and replacing the carbon brushes 21 Trouble shooting 22 Instructions for periodic maintenance 22 Service spare parts and guarantee 23 Symbols You will notice the following symbols on the chain saw and in the instruction manual Thank you for your trust in our product We congratulate you on your new MAKITA electric chai...

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Page 18: ... machine MAKITA electric chain saws are characterized by their robust high efficiency ...

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Page 35: ...diately wherever electric power is provided In order to guarantee the optimal function and performance of your electric chain saw and to ensure your personal safety we would request you to perform the following Read this instruction manual carefully before putting the electric ...

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Page 46: ...Direction of chain travel Double protective insulation Saw chain oil First aid Recycling CE Marking Read instruction manual and follow the warnings and safety precautions Particular care and attention Wear protective helmet eye and ear protection Pull out the power supply plug Pull out the power supply plug if the cable is damaged Chain brake released Chain brake actuated Kickback Forbidden ...

Page 47: ...therefore consequently reuseable or suitable for recycling waste paper recycling Beagoodstewardoftheenvironment Donotdisposeofelectrical appliances with the household trash If the saw is no longer operable or repairable ask the appro priate waste disposal authority about the proper means of dis posal In order to preclude any hazard to other persons from a de fective ...

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Page 67: ... may be used only for sawing wood It is in tended for occasional use in thin wood caring for fruit trees felling removing limbs and trimming to length Persons who may not sue the saw This saw must not be used by persons who are not familiar with this instruction manual children young people or anyone un der ...

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Page 74: ...the case that one of the parts listed should not be included in the delivery inventory please consult your sales agent For European countries only EC Declaration of Conformity We Makita Corporation as the responsible manufacturer declare that the following Makita machine s Designation of Machine Chain Saw Model No Type UC3030A UC3530A UC4030A UC4530A UC3530AP UC4030AP Specifications ...

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Page 78: ... table are of series production and Conforms to the following European Directives ...

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Page 128: ... V Measured Sound Power Level 101 8 dB Guaranteed Sound Power Level 103 dB 7 11 2012 Tomoyasu Kato Director Makita Corporation 3 11 8 Sumiyoshi cho Anjo Aichi JAPAN ...

Page 129: ...4 General Power Tool Safety Warnings GEA005 3 WARNING Read all safety warnings and all instructions Failuretofollowthewarningsandinstructionsmayresultinelectric shock ...

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Page 143: ...ted corded power tool or battery operated cordless power tool Work area safety Keep work area clean and well lit 1 Cluttered or dark areas invite accidents Do not operate power tools in explosive atmospheres 2 such ...

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Page 153: ...ep children and bystanders away while operating a 3 power tool Distractions can cause you to lose control Electrical safety Power tool plugs must match the outlet Never modify 4 the plug in any way Do not use any adapter plugs with earthed grounded power tools Unmodified ...

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Page 156: ...cord away from heat oil sharp edges or moving parts Damaged or entangled cords increase the risk of electric shock When operatingapowertooloutdoors usean extension 8 cord suitable for outdoor use Use of a cord suitable for outdoor use reduces the risk of electric shock If operating a power tool in a damp location is 9 unavoidable use a residual current device RCD protected supply Use of an RCD red...

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Page 174: ... Protective equipment such as dust mask non skid safety shoes hard hat or hearing protection used for appropriate conditions will reduce personal injuries Prevent unintentional starting Ensure the switch is in 13 the ...

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Page 192: ...ing or jewellery 16 Keep your hair clothing and gloves away from moving parts Loose clothes jewellery or long hair can be caught in moving parts If devices are provided for the connection of dust 17 extraction and collection facilities ensure these are connected and properly used Use of dust collection can reduce dust related hazards Power tool use and care Do not force the power tool Use the corr...

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Page 195: ... storing power tools Such preventive safety measures reduce the risk of starting the power tool accidentally Store idle power tools out of the reach of children and 21 do not allow persons unfamiliar with the power tool or these instructions to operate the power tool Power tools are dangerous in the hands of untrained users Maintainpowertools Checkformisalignmentorbinding 22 of moving parts breaka...

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Page 203: ...Keep cutting tools sharp and clean 23 Properly maintained cutting tools with sharp cutting edges are less likely to bind and are easier to control Use the power tool accessories and tool bits etc in 24 accordance with these instructions taking into account the working conditions and the work to be performed Use ...

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Page 222: ...g only identical replacement parts This will ensure that the safety of the power tool is maintained Follow instruction for lubricating and changing 26 accessories Keep handles dry clean and free from oil and grease 27 ...

Page 223: ...Before you start the chain saw make sure the saw chain is not contacting anything A moment of inattention while operating chain saws may cause entanglement of your clothing or body with the saw chain Always hold the chain saw with your right hand on 2 the rear handle and your left hand on the front handle Holding ...

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Page 232: ... increases the risk of personal injury and should never be done Hold the power tool by insulated gripping surfaces 3 only because the saw chain may contact hidden wiring or its own cord Saw ...

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Page 269: ... saw chain Do not operate a chain saw in a tree 5 Operation of a chain saw while up in a tree may result in personal injury Always keep proper footing and operate the chain saw 6 only ...

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Page 278: ... Slippery or unstable surfaces such as ladders may cause a loss of balance or control of the chain saw When cutting a limb that is under tension be alert for 7 spring back When ...

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Page 287: ...the spring loaded limb may strike the operator and or throw the chain saw out of control Use extreme caution when cutting brush and saplings 8 The slender material may catch the saw chain and be whipped ...

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Page 312: ...hanging accessories Improperly tensioned or lubricated chain may either break or increase the chance for kickback Keep handles dry clean and free from oil and grease 11 Greasy oily handles are slippery causing loss of control Cut wood only Do not use chain saw for purposes not 12 intended For example do not use chain saw for cutting plastic masonry or non wood building materials Use of ...

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Page 322: ... guide bar touches an object or when the wood closes in and pinches the saw chain in the cut Tip contact in some cases may cause a sudden reverse reaction kicking the guide bar up and back towards the operator Pinching the saw chain along the top of the guide bar may push the guide bar rapidly back towards the operator Either ...

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Page 334: ...evices built into your saw As a chain saw user you should take several steps to keep your cutting jobs free from accident or injury Kickback is the result of tool misuse and or incorrect operating procedures or conditions and can be avoided by taking proper precautions as given below Maintain ...

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Page 342: ...o resist kickback forces Kickback forces can be controlled by the operator if proper precautions are taken Do not let go of the chain saw Do not overreach and do not cut above shoulder height This helps prevent unintended tip contact and enables better control of the chain saw in unexpected situations Only ...

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Page 354: ... maintenance instructions for the saw chain Decreasing the depth gauge height can lead to increased kickback ...

Page 355: ...6 1 2 3 4 5 SAFETY PRECAUTIONS General precautions To ensure correct operation the user has to read this instruction manual to make himself familiar with the charac teristics ...

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Page 364: ... chain saw to people who have proven to be experienced with electric chain saws Always hand over the instruction manual First users should ask the dealer for basic instructions to become familiarized with the characteristics of engine powered sawing Familiarize yourself with the use of an electric chain saw by cut ting ...

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Page 374: ... Children and young persons aged under 18 years must not be allowed to operate the electric chain saw Persons over the age of 16 years may however use the chain saw for the purpose of being ...

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Page 382: ...re and atten tion Operate the electric chain saw only if you are in good physical condition Perform all work calm and carefully The user has to accept liability for others Neverusetheelectricchainsawaftertheconsumptionofalcohol or drugs or medication Personal ...

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Page 392: ... must be used during operation of the electric chain saw The kind of clothing should be appropriate i e it should be tight fitting ...

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Page 404: ... to be replaced after 5 years at the latest Use only approved protective helmets If you have long hair wear a hairnet The face shield 2 of the protective helmet or the goggles protect against sawdust and wood chips During operation of the electric chain saw always wear a goggle or a face shield to prevent eye injuries Wear adequate ...

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Page 411: ...inst cuts We strongly recommend its use In any case wear a long pair of trousers made of solid material during operation of the electric chain saw Protective gloves 5 made of thick leather are part of the pre scribed equipment and must always be worn during operation of the electric chain saw Duringoperationoftheelectricchainsawsafety shoesorboots 6 ...

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Page 424: ...ainst cuts and ensure a secure footing Putting into operation Do not operate the electric chain saw when it rains or in wet or moist environment because the motor is not waterproof If the electric chain saw is moist it must not be put into opera tion Avoid physical contact with grounded surfaces ...

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Page 436: ...ble behind the user Take care that the cable is not clamped or cut by sharp edged objects Lay the cable such that nobody is endangered Insert the plug only into safety sockets with approved installa tion Make sure that the mains voltage corresponds to that on the ...

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Page 449: ... be used outdoors connect it to a fault current FI circuit breaker with max 30 mA triggering current ...

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Page 472: ...use Before starting work the electric chain saw must be checked for perfect function and operating safety according to the prescriptions Check especially the function of the chain brake the correct mount ing of the guide bar the correct sharpening and tightening of the saw chain ...

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Page 485: ...sembled Remove the adjusting tool before switching the saw on All protective installations and guard supplied with the chain saw during operation Makesurethattherearenochildrenorotherpersonswithintheworking range Also pay attention to any animals in the working vicinity 6 Before switching on the electric chain saw ensure that you have a safe footing When switching on the electric chain saw always ...

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Page 509: ... body 7 Switch on the saw only in the manner described in this manual Do not overload your saw It will work better and more safely if you use it within its intended performance range ...

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Page 522: ...cord in such a way that in cannot get caught in branches or other objects during sawing If the cable is being damaged or cut pull out the power supply plug immediately Ifthesawingdeviceishitbystones nailsorotherhardobjects pullout the power supply plug and check the sawing device immediately Pulloutthepowersupplyplugbeforecheckingthechaintension tightening the chain replacing it or clearing malfun...

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Page 535: ... chain saw and pull out the power supply plug Put the electric chain saw in a safe location to prevent danger to others ...

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Page 563: ...e it safely Onlyusetheelectricchainsawduringgoodlightandvisibilityperiods Be aware of slippery or wet areas and of ice and snow risk of slip ping The risk of slipping is extremely high when working on recently peeled wood bark Neverworkonunstablesurfaces Makesurethattherearenoobstacles in the working area risk of stumbling Always ensure that you have a safe footing Never saw above your shoulder he...

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Page 566: ...r the area of the cut of foreign objects such as sand stones nails wire etc Such objects can damage the blade and cause dangerous kickback When sawing precut timber or thin woods use a safe support sawing jack 12 When sawing precut timber or thin pieces use a stable support sawhorse 12 Do not saw stacked timber Do not let another person steady the timber and do not steady it with your foot Secure ...

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Page 573: ...ves as a center of rotation Continue by slightly pressing down the tubular handle and simultaneously pulling backwards the electric chain saw Apply the toothed ledge a little bit deeper and once again lift the back handle The sawing device must be running whenever you remove the electric chain saw from the timber When performing several cuts the electric chain saw must be switched ...

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Page 576: ... cuts 13 apply the sawing device at an angle which is as small as possible Be very careful when carrying out this kind of work because the toothed ledge cannot be used When cutting with the bottom edge of the bar the electric chain saw may be pushed in the direction of the user if the chain is clamped For this reason use the top edge of the bar whenever possible The electric chain saw will then be...

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Page 591: ...lectric chain saw should be supported on the trunk risk of kickbacks Tension releasing works must be carried out by trained persons High risk of injuries Be aware of branches under tension Do not cut free branches from below Never perform tension releasing works standing on the trunk Do not use the electric chain saw for works in the forest i e for cutting down trees or carrying out tension releas...

Page 592: ...s notched perpendicular to the direction of fall and penetrates 1 3 1 5 of the trunk diameter Perform the cut near the ground When correcting the cut always do so over the whole width of the notch Cut down the tree B 18 above the bottom edge of the notch D The cut must be exactly horizontal The distance between both cuts must be approx 1 10 of the trunk diameter The material between both cuts C se...

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Page 609: ... cut several branches at the same time When cutting a branch ensure that no other branch is touched When crosscutting a trunk be aware of the trunks next to it It is recommended to use a saw jack A A 45o B B C C D ...

Page 610: ...carry the saw by the power cord Do not disconnect the plug by pulling on the power cord Whenchangingyourpositionduringworkswitchoftheelectric chain saw and actuate the chain brake in order to prevent an inadvertent start of the chain Whentransportingtheelectricchainsawoverlongdistances the power supply plug must be pulled out and the bar protec tion cover included in the delivery must be applied 2...

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Page 621: ... must be completely emptied Only use approved and marked containers for transporting and storing chain oil Maintenance Forperformingmaintenanceworksswitchoftheelectric chain saw pull out the power supply plug and secure it 21 Before starting to work always make sure that the saw is in safe working order in particular the chain brake and run out brake Make sure that the saw chain is always sharpene...

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Page 635: ...ck the cable to the power supply for damage of the covering Regularly clean the electric chain saw If the plastic case is damaged have it immediately repaired by a skilled person Regularly check the tank cap for tightness ...

Page 636: ... Do ...

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Page 653: ... person Observe the accident prevention instructions issued by the competent trade federations and insurance companies ...

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Page 663: ...l MAKITA spare parts and accessories Applying spare parts which are not original MAKITA parts or accesories and bar chain combinations or lengths results in a high risk of accidents For accidents and damage resulting from using sawing devices or accesories which have not been approved we cannot accept any responsibility First aid For the event of a possible accident please make sure that a ...

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Page 682: ...ccident what happened number of injured persons kind of injuries your name NOTE Individuals with poor circulation who are exposed to excessive vibration may experience injury to blood vessels or the nervous system Vibration may cause the following symptoms to occur in the fingers ...

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Page 689: ... tingling ...

Page 690: ... pain stabbing sensation alteration of skin colour or of the skin If any of these symptoms occur see a physician 23 SERVICE ...

Page 691: ...11 UC3030A UC3530A AP UC4030A AP UC4530A Chain type 91VG 91PX Chain pitch inch 3 8 Length of a cut cm 30 35 40 45 Max chain speed m s 13 3 Sound power level LWA av per ...

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Page 700: ... m s2 4 7 Rear handle m s2 5 6 Uncertainty m s2 K 1 5 Oil pump automatic Oil tank capacity ml 140 Power transmission direct Overload protection electrical Chain brake manually actuated Run out brake electrical Weight Weight ...

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Page 704: ... 01 2003 kg 5 0 5 1 5 2 5 3 Protective case class II double protective insulation Extension ...

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Page 734: ... The declared vibration emission value has been measured in accordance with the standard test method and may be used for ...

Page 735: ... comparing one tool with another The declared vibration emission value may also be used i n a preliminary assessment of exposure ...

Page 736: ... WARNING The ...

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Page 759: ... which the tool is used Be sure to identify safety measures to protect the operator that are based on an estimation of exposure in the actual conditions of ...

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Page 788: ...12 1 8 9 10 11 12 2 3 4 5 13 14 15 16 6 7 Denomination of components 1 Tubular handle 2 ...

Page 789: ... Hand ...

Page 790: ... guard ...

Page 791: ... release ...

Page 792: ... for ...

Page 793: ... chain ...

Page 794: ... brake 3 Spike bar 4 Sprocket guard quick tightener 5 Sprocket guard chain brake 6 Carbon brush cover 7 Back hand guard 8 Guide bar 9 Oil tank cap 10 ...

Page 795: ... Identification ...

Page 796: ... plate 11 Locking button 12 Rear handle 13 Power switch 14 Sightglass for oil level 15 Saw chain 16 Cord grip for electric cord pull relief ...

Page 797: ...ide bar and saw chain Put the electric chain saw on a stable surface and carry out the following operations for mounting the bar and chain Release chain brake To do this pull the hand guard 1 in the direction of the arrow Flip up the sprocket guard quick tightener 2 see also Fig G Push ...

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Page 800: ... sprocket ...

Page 801: ... guard ...

Page 802: ... quick ...

Page 803: ... tightener ...

Page 804: ... firmly ...

Page 805: ... against ...

Page 806: ... spring ...

Page 807: ...ngage Keep pushing in and turn it as far as possible counter clockwise Release the sprocket guard quick tightener remove pressure and now turn it clockwise to its original position Repeat this procedure until the sprocket guard 3 is unscrewed Pull the sprocket guard 3 ...

Page 808: ... up ...

Page 809: ... slightly ...

Page 810: ... pull ...

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Page 815: ... fittings ...

Page 816: ...The cutting edges of the saw chain on the top of the guide bar must point in the direction of the arrow PUTTING INTO OPERATION CAUTION When working on the guide bar or saw chain always wear protective gloves and pull out the power supply plug CAUTION Switch on the electric chain saw only after hav ing assembled it completely and inspected 1 2 3 4 7 6 ...

Page 817: ...h in and simultaneously turn the sprocket guard quick tightener 2 clockwise in order to screw on the sprocket guard 3 but do not tighten it yet Lift the tip of the guide bar slightly and turn the chain tensioner 14 clockwise until the saw chain engages in the guide groove on the lower side of the guide bar see the circle Push in the sprocket guard quick tightener 2 again and tighten by turning clo...

Page 818: ...15 K I J Checking the chain tension The chain has the proper tension when it lies against the bottom edge of the guide bar and can be easily pulled by hand about 2 4 ...

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Page 826: ...quently new chains tend to get longer during use When checking the chain tension the motor must be switched off and the power supply plug pulled out If the chain is too loose Loosen the sprocket guard quick tightener by about a quarter ...

Page 827: ... turn ...

Page 828: ... Tighten ...

Page 829: ... the ...

Page 830: ... chain ...

Page 831: ... as ...

Page 832: ... described ...

Page 833: ... ...

Page 834: ... under ...

Page 835: ... Tighteneing ...

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Page 838: ... chain ...

Page 839: ...running surfaces In order to guarantee a uniform wear of the groove in the bar the bar should be turned over whenever replacing the chain 2 3 1 SERVICE Chain brake These models come with a chain brake as standard equipment If there is a kickback resulting from the guide bar tip impacting the ...

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Page 843: ... INSTRUCTIONS ...

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Page 849: ...ibed on page 18 Chain and run out brake maintenance The brake systems are very important safety features and like any other part they are subject to a certain amount of wear Regular inspection and maintenance is important for your personal safety and can be properly performed only by a MAKITA service centre Engaging the chain brake braking With your left hand press the handguard 1 towards the tip ...

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Page 858: ... brake ...

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Page 863: ...ddition prevents that the oil is centrifuged too fast from the sawing device Do not use mineral oils In order to protect the invironment the use of biologically decomposeable oil is prescribed The saw chain oil sold by MAKITA called BIOTOP is made of specialvegetableoilsandisbiologicallydecomposeableto100 BIOTOP ...

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Page 873: ...s for the environment Waste oil contains high amounts of carcinogenic substances The residues in the waste oil result in a high degree of wear and tear at the oil pump and the sawing device Inthecaseofdamagecausedbyusingwasteoilorunappropriate saw chain oil the product guarantee will be null and void Your salesman will inform you about the use of saw chain oil AVOID SKIN AND EYE CONTACTS Mineral o...

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Page 877: ... by ...

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Page 879: ... with ...

Page 880: ... oil ...

Page 881: ... If ...

Page 882: ... oil ...

Page 883: ... gets ...

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Page 886: ... eyes ...

Page 887: ... water If your eyes are still irrritated go to see a doctor Important note on bio degradable chain oils Ifyouarenotplanningtousethesawagainforanextended period of time empty the oil tank and put in a small amount of regular engine oil ...

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Page 897: ... time ...

Page 898: ... This ...

Page 899: ... is ...

Page 900: ... necessary ...

Page 901: ... to ...

Page 902: ... flush ...

Page 903: ... out ...

Page 904: ... all ...

Page 905: ... remaining ...

Page 906: ... bio degradable oil from the oil tank oil feed system chain and guide bar as many such oils tend to leave sticky residues over time which can cause damage to the oil pump or other parts The ...

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Page 911: ... the ...

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Page 913: ... fill ...

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Page 915: ... tank ...

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Page 917: ... BIOTOP ...

Page 918: ... chain oil again 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 B ...

Page 919: ...17 2 C Refilling ...

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Page 922: ... tank Only ...

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Page 924: ... the ...

Page 925: ... motor ...

Page 926: ... is ...

Page 927: ... switched ...

Page 928: ... off ...

Page 929: ... and ...

Page 930: ... the ...

Page 931: ... power ...

Page 932: ... supply ...

Page 933: ... plug is pulled out Thoroughly clean the oil tank around the cap to prevent dirt from entering the tank Unscrew the tank cap 1 ...

Page 934: ... and ...

Page 935: ... fill ...

Page 936: ... in ...

Page 937: ... chain ...

Page 938: ... oil ...

Page 939: ... until ...

Page 940: ... it ...

Page 941: ... is ...

Page 942: ... on ...

Page 943: ... a ...

Page 944: ... level ...

Page 945: ... with ...

Page 946: ... the ...

Page 947: ... bottom ...

Page 948: ... edge ...

Page 949: ... of ...

Page 950: ... the ...

Page 951: ... filler ...

Page 952: ... socket Tightly screw on the tank cap ...

Page 953: ... Thoroughly ...

Page 954: ... remove ...

Page 955: ... any ...

Page 956: ... oil ...

Page 957: ... that ...

Page 958: ... has ...

Page 959: ... overflown Important Before ...

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Page 970: ... system ...

Page 971: ... must ...

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Page 973: ... completely ...

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Page 978: ... oil ...

Page 979: ... lubricates ...

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Page 982: ... and guide bar This procedure can take up to two minutes The oil level can be controlled in the sight glass 2 In ...

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Page 985: ... ensure ...

Page 986: ... sufficient ...

Page 987: ... lubrication ...

Page 988: ... of ...

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Page 990: ... saw ...

Page 991: ... chain ...

Page 992: ... there ...

Page 993: ... must always be enough oil in the tank 1 D 4 3 Lubricating the saw chain Only ...

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Page 1004: ... plug is pulled out To guarantee a troublefree operation of the oil pump the oil guide groove 3 as well as the oil inlet bore in the guide bar 4 must be cleaned in regular intervals Note After ...

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Page 1017: ... 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 surface ...

Page 1018: ...1 2 4 3 B 5 1 A Plug in the saw CAREFUL Before connecting the saw to a source of electricity al ways make sure to check that when the ON OFF switch 1 has been pressed in and released it automatically comes ...

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Page 1030: ...fore doing any work with it Clip the extension cord and the saw s power cord into the cord grip 2 Plug the saw plug 3 into the socket of the extension cable 4 6 Switching on the motor Plug in the saw see above When switching on the electric chain saw always hold it with both hands Take the back handle with the right hand and ...

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Page 1036: ... left ...

Page 1037: ... hand ...

Page 1038: ... Hold ...

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Page 1051: ...epressthelockingbutton 5 andthenthepowerswitch 1 Then release the locking button 5 Attention Thechainstartsrunningimmediately Keep the power switch depressed as long as the motor is to run CAUTION Never lock the power switch in the ON position Switching ...

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Page 1053: ... the ...

Page 1054: ... motor Release the power switch 1 NOTE When the chain brake is actuated the power supply to the motor ...

Page 1055: ... will ...

Page 1056: ... be ...

Page 1057: ... cut ...

Page 1058: ... off If the saw does not start when the ON OFF switch 1 is actuated it will be necessary to release the chain brake Pull the hand guard 6 ...

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Page 1064: ... the ...

Page 1065: ... arrow ...

Page 1066: ... until you feel it catch Important These models are equipped with a starting current limiter This electronic component prevents too abrupt starting of the electric motor Excess ...

Page 1067: ... current ...

Page 1068: ... cutoff When the electrical current to the saw exceeds the permissible level the power supply to the motor is ...

Page 1069: ... automatically ...

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Page 1073: ... prevents ...

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Page 1078: ... and resulting damage To start the saw up again release the ON OFF switch and press it again CAUTION ...

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Page 1098: ...19 Checking the chain brake Do ...

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Page 1109: ...e ground in such a way that the guide bar is free of contact Grasp the tubular handle firmly with one hand and hold the grip with the other Switch on the motor and press the hand guard 1 in the direction of the arrow with the back of your hand until the chain brake engages The chain should stop immediately ...

Page 1110: ... Switch ...

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Page 1113: ... off ...

Page 1114: ... release the chain brake Important Ifthesawchaindoesnotstopinstantlywhen you carry out this test do not under any circumstances use the saw Take the chain saw to a MAKITA service center C D Testing the run out brake Do ...

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Page 1125: ...otor as described make sure you have a good footing and place the chain saw on the ground in such a way that the guide bar is free of contact Grasp the tubular handle firmly with one hand and hold the grip with the other ...

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Page 1149: ... motor Important If the saw chain does not stop within two second when you carry out this test do not use the saw Inspect the carbon brushes see page 21 E Checking the chain lubrication Never ...

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Page 1157: ... not ...

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Page 1159: ... the life of the sawing device will be reduced Before starting work check the oil level in the tank and the oil feeding Check the fed oil quantity by following the instructions below Start the electric chain saw ...

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Page 1163: ... chain ...

Page 1164: ... saw ...

Page 1165: ... approx ...

Page 1166: ... 15 ...

Page 1167: ... cm ...

Page 1168: ... above ...

Page 1169: ... a ...

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Page 1172: ... the ground use an appropriate surface If ...

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Page 1177: ... you ...

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Page 1180: ... a ...

Page 1181: ... light ...

Page 1182: ... oiltrace ...

Page 1183: ... because ...

Page 1184: ... oil will be centrifuged from the chain saw Pay attention to the direction the wind is blowing and avoid unnecessary exposure to the oil spray 1 ...

Page 1185: ... The chain needs sharpening when the sawdust from sawing humid wood looks like wood flour the saw chain penetrates the wood only under great pres sure the cutting edge is visibly damaged the sawing device is pulled to the left or the right during the sawing operation This is caused by uneven sharpening of the chain or by damage to one side of it ...

Page 1186: ... Important ...

Page 1187: ... Sharpen ...

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Page 1189: ... but ...

Page 1190: ... without ...

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Page 1192: ... too much metal ...

Page 1193: ... Generally ...

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Page 1211: ... you ...

Page 1212: ... have sharpened it yourself several times Proper sharpening CAUTION Use only chains and guide bars designed for this saw All cutters must be of the same length dimension a Cutters with ...

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Page 1223: ... can cause cracks in the chain ...

Page 1224: ... Minimum ...

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Page 1233: ... resharpen ...

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Page 1235: ... chain when the minimum cutter length has been reached at this point the chain must be replaced ...

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Page 1248: ... between the depth limiter round nose and the cutting edge The best results are obtained with a depth limiter depth of 0 64 ...

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Page 1250: ...risk of kickback All cutters must be sharpened to the same angle 30 Dif ferent angles result in a roughly irregularly running chain increase wear and tear and cause chain beakage The 85 front rake of the cutter results from the cut depth of the ...

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Page 1263: ... the correct front rake will be obtained automatically 0 64 mm 025 0 64 mm 025 min 3 mm 0 11 ...

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Page 1303: ... backwards First sharpen the shortest cutter The length of this cutter is then the standerd for all other cutters of the chain ...

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Page 1344: ... After having sharpened the chain the height of the depth limiter must be checked by means of a chain gauge ...

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Page 1365: ...icating the sprocket nose CAUTION Protective gloves must be worn Regularly inspect the bearing surfaces of the guide bar for dam age and clean them with a suitable tool If the saw is used intensively it will be necessary to lubricate the return ...

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Page 1376: ...ole at the tip of the guide bar and then press in a small amount of multi purpose grease Multi purpose grease and grease guns are available as acces sories Multi purpose grease order no 944 360 000 Grease gun order no 944 350 000 ...

Page 1377: ...MAKITA service centre E Inspecting and replacing the carbon brushes Important Inspect the carbon brushes at regular intervals A notch on the brush shows the limit of wear NOTE The carbon brush is very delicate so be careful not to let it drop When taking it out be sure to note the position it was in stalled in since each brush is run in with the rotor Use a slotted bit screwdriver to unscrew the c...

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Page 1390: ... in again Important Now test the run out brake see page 18 If the saw chain does not come to a full stop within two second run the saw ...

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Page 1401: ... properly NOTE After installing new carbon brushes run the saw about 5 minutes and then check the run out brake 1 2 SERVICE ...

Page 1402: ...ntee claims can be recognized only if this work is performed regularly and properly Failure to perform the prescribed maintenance work can lead to accidents The user of the electric chain saw is not allowed to perform maintenance works which are not described in the instruction manual All other works must be carried out by a MAKITA service centre Trouble shooting Page General work Electric ...

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Page 1404: ...acks and ruptures In case of damage have it immediately repaired at a service centre Saw chain Resharpen regularly Replace in time Guide bar Turn over after a certain period of time so that the bearing surfaces are uniformly worn Replace in time Sprocket Have ...

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Page 1426: ...ctional check 18 Run out brake Functional check 18 Power switch Functional check 17 Power supply cable In case of damage have it replaced at a service centre Oil tank cap Check for tightness After each shutdown Guide bar Clean the oil inlet bore 16 Chain carrier Clean especially the oil guide groove 20 Storage Chain oil tank Empty 16 Saw chain guide bar Demount clean and lubricate slightly Clean t...

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Page 1428: ... saw checked at a service centre resi dual oil can become resinic and the valve of the oil pump clogged Malfunction System Observation Cause Chain saw does not work total electric motor does not function no power supply cable defective chain brake actuated Mains fuse blown insufficient ...

Page 1429: ...hes worn down no chain lubrication Oil tank oil pump no oil on the saw chain oil tank empty oil guide groove dirty Chain brake Brake Saw chain does not stop instantly Brake band worn down Run out brake Brake Saw chain continues to run Carbon brushes worn down ...

Page 1430: ...24 Service spare parts and guarantee Maintenance and repair The ...

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Page 1450: ...ed personnel to work out correct customer solutions and to advise you in all matters accordingly Repair attempts by third parties or unauthorised persons void all warranty claims Spare parts A reliable and continuous operation as well as the safety of your chain saw is also subject to the quality of the spare parts used Use original MAKITA spare parts only marked Only original spare parts and acce...

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Page 1482: ...fore reimburse all costs for mending through replacement of damaged parts as a result of material or production faults which occur within the guarantee time after purchase Please note that in some countries particular guarantee conditions may exist In case of any doubts please contact your salesman who is responsible for the guarantee of the product We ask for your understanding that we cannot acc...

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Page 1614: ...s Cleaning servicing and adjustment works are not covered by the guarantee All repairs covered by the guarantee are to be performed by a MAKITA service centre Makita Corporation Anjo Aichi Japan 884666F228 ALA ...