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General Chain saw Clean exterior, check for damage. In case of damage,
have repaired by a qualiÞ ed service centre immediately
Saw chain Sharpen regulary, replace in good time 25-26
Chain brake Have inspected regularly at an authorized service centre
Guide bar Turn over to ensure even wear of bearing surfaces
Replace in good time 13, 27
Starter cable Check for damage. Replace if damaged. 31
Before each start Saw chain Inspect for damage and sharpness 25-26
Check chain tension 13, 17
Guide bar Check for damage
Chain lubrication Functional check 21
Chain brake Functional check 23
Combination switch,
Safety locking button,
Throttle lever Functional check 22
Fuel/oil tank
cap Check for tightness
Every day Air Þ lter Clean (several times daily if necessary) 29
Guide bar Check for damage, clean oil intake bore 27
Guide bar support Clean, in particular the oil guide groove 21, 27
Idle speed Check (chain must not run) 24
Every week Fan housing Clean to maintain good cooling air ß ow. 10
Air Þ lter compartment Clean to maintain good cooling air ß ow. 32
Fan compartment Clean to maintain good cooling air ß ow. 32
Cylinder Þ ns Clean to maintain good cooling air ß ow. 32
Spark plug Check and replace if necessary 30
Mufß er Check tightness of mounting, Check screws 10, 30
Chain guide Check 10
Screws and nuts Check their condition and that they are Þ rmly secured.
Every 3 months Suction head Replace 32
Fuel, oil tanks Clean
Annually Chain saw Check at an authorized service centre
Storage Chain saw Clean exterior, check for damage. In case of damage,
have repaired by a qualiÞ ed service centre immediately
Guide bar/chain Demount, clean and oil slightly
Clean the guide groove of the guide bar 27
Fuel, oil tanks Empty and clean
Carburetor Run empty
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Instructions for periodic maintenance
To ensure long life, prevent damage and ensure the full functioning of the safety features the following maintenance must be per-
formed regularly. Guarantee 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 chain saw must not perform maintenance work which is not described in the instruction manual. All such work must
be carried out by a MAKITA service centre.