Makita DUC355PT2, Instruction Manual

Page 1: ...INSTRUCTION MANUAL Cordless Chain Saw DUC305 DUC355 DUC405 ENGLISH Original instructions Read before use ...

Page 2: ...e BL1815N BL1820 BL1820B BL1830 BL1830B BL1840 BL1840B BL1850 BL1850B BL1860B Some of the battery cartridges listed above may not be available depending on your region of residence WARNING Only use the battery cartridges listed above Use of any other battery cartridges may cause injury and or fire Saw chain and guide bar Saw chain type 90PX Number of drive links 46 52 56 Guide bar Guide bar length...

Page 3: ...d for carrying pulling or unplugging the power tool Keep cord away from heat oil sharp edges or moving parts Damaged or entangled cords increase the risk of electric shock 5 When operating a power tool outdoors use an extension cord suitable for outdoor use Use of a cord suitable for outdoor use reduces the risk of electric shock 6 If operating a power tool in a damp location is unavoidable use a ...

Page 4: ...ry tool use and care 1 Recharge only with the charger specified by the manufacturer A charger that is suitable for one type of battery pack may create a risk of fire when used with another battery pack 2 Use power tools only with specifically desig nated battery packs Use of any other battery packs may create a risk of injury and fire 3 When battery pack is not in use keep it away from other metal...

Page 5: ... not rely exclusively upon the safety devices 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 incor rect operating procedures or conditions and can be avoided by taking proper precautions as given below Maintain a firm grip with thumbs and fingers encircling the chain saw handl...

Page 6: ...Legislation require ments For commercial transports e g by third parties forwarding agents special requirement on pack aging and labeling must be observed For preparation of the item being shipped consult ing an expert for hazardous material is required Please also observe possibly more detailed national regulations Tape or mask off open contacts and pack up the battery in such a manner that it ca...

Page 7: ... guard 3 Guide bar 4 Saw chain 5 Retaining nut 6 Chain adjusting screw 7 Check button 8 Capacity indicator 9 Main power lamp 10 Main power switch 11 Lock off lever 12 Rear handle 13 Switch trigger 14 Front handle 15 Oil tank cap 16 Box wrench 17 Chain catcher 18 Adjusting screw for oil pump 19 Guide bar cover ...

Page 8: ...eing inserted correctly NOTE The tool does not work with only one battery cartridge NOTE Pay attention to the position of your fin gers when installing the battery The button will be depressed unintentionally Tool battery protection system The tool is equipped with a tool battery protection sys tem This system automatically cuts off power to the motor to extend tool and battery life The tool will ...

Page 9: ...ditions The lamp blinks if you turn on the main power switch while holding down the lock off lever and the switch trigger pull the switch trigger while the chain brake is applied release the chain brake while holding down the lock off lever and pulling the switch trigger NOTE This chain saw employs the auto power off function To avoid unintentional start up the main power switch will automatically...

Page 10: ...comes to an immediate standstill 2 3 1 2 3 1 1 Front hand guard 2 Unlocked position 3 Locked position Checking the run down brake CAUTION If the saw chain does not stop within one second in this test stop using the chain saw and consult our authorized service center Run the chain saw then release the switch trigger com pletely The saw chain must come to a standstill within one second Adjusting the...

Page 11: ... bar 1 2 3 4 1 Sprocket cover 2 Guide bar 3 Hole 4 Adjusting pin 5 Tighten the retaining nuts to secure the sprocket cover then loosen it a bit for tension adjustment 1 1 Retaining nut Adjusting saw chain tension CAUTION Carry out the procedure of install ing or removing saw chain in a clean place free from sawdust and the like CAUTION Do not tighten the saw chain too much Excessively high tension...

Page 12: ...eriodically To refill the tank lay the chain saw on its side and remove the oil tank cap The proper amount of oil is 200 ml After refilling the tank make sure that the oil tank cap is tightened securely 1 2 1 Oil tank cap 2 Oil tank translucent After refilling hold the chain saw away from the tree Start it and wait until lubrication on saw chain is adequate NOTICE When filling the chain oil for th...

Page 13: ...in saw If you cannot cut the timber right through with a single stroke Apply light pressure to the handle and continue sawing and draw the chain saw back a little then apply the spike bumper a little lower and finish the cut by raising the handle Bucking 1 Rest the bottom edge of the chain saw body on the wood to be cut 2 With the saw chain running saw into the wood while using the rear handle to ...

Page 14: ...ical cables The base of the trunk is free of foreign objects roots and ranches No persons or objects are present over a distance of 2 1 2 tree lengths in the direction in which the tree will fall Consider the following with respect to each tree Direction of lean Loose or dry branches Height of the tree Natural overhang Whether or not the tree is rotten Consider the wind speed and direction Do not ...

Page 15: ... Makita Authorized or Factory Service Centers always using Makita replacement parts Sharpening the saw chain Sharpen the saw chain when Mealy sawdust is produced when damp wood is cut The chain penetrates the wood with difficulty even when heavy pressure is applied The cutting edge is obviously damaged The saw pulls to the left or right in the wood caused by uneven sharpening of the saw chain or d...

Page 16: ...ter first Then the length of this shortest cutter becomes the standard for all other cutters on the saw chain Guide the file as shown in the figure 1 2 1 File 2 Saw chain The file can be guided more easily if a file holder optional accessory is employed The file holder has markings for the correct sharpening angle of 30 align the markings parallel to the saw chain and limits the depth of penetrati...

Page 17: ...le 3 Insert the battery cartridge into the tool Pull the switch trigger to flow built up dust or particles off the oil discharge hole by discharging chain oil 4 Remove the battery cartridge from the tool Reinstall the sprocket cover and saw chain on the tool Replacing the sprocket CAUTION A worn sprocket will damage a new saw chain Have the sprocket replaced in this case Before fitting a new saw c...

Page 18: ...ot described in the instruction manual All such work must be carried out by our authorized service center Check item Operating time Before operation Everyday Every week Every 3 month Annually Before storage Chain saw Inspection Cleaning Check at authorized service center Saw chain Inspection Sharpening if necessary Guide bar Inspection Remove from the chain saw Chain brake Check the function Have ...

Page 19: ...harg ing is not effective replace the battery cartridge The drive system does not work correctly Ask the authorized service center in your region for repair The main power lamp is blinking Switch trigger is pulled under an unoperat able condition Pull the switch trigger after the main power switch is turned on and the chain brake is released Chain does not stop even the chain brake is activated St...

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