Mounting the fan housing

Put the fan housing (13) on.

Press the screws (14) into their holes.

Lift the engine hood (15) slightly and use your thumb to hook in the tab (16) on the fan housing.

Straightenoutthe fan housing, push lightly against the saw and pull the starter grip until the starting mechanism catches.

Tighten screws (14).

Cleaning the cylinder area

Remove the filter hood and air filter.

Remove the spark plug cap and unscrew the spark plug.

Press in the starting valve and activate the chain brake. Push the cable cutout and ignition cable out sideways. Unscrew the two rearmost screws on the cover.

Unscrew the screws on the handguard pivot and remove the bushing.

Lift the cover out of the air intake guide and remove.

IMPORTANT: Put the air filter back on and fasten it. Insert the spark plug and hand-tighten.

Put the spark plug cap on the plug and pull out the starting valve.

Remove the fan housing and remove the air guide.

CAUTION:To prevent eye injury, always wear eye protection when cleaning the filter with compressed air!

The entire area (17)can now be brushed clean or cleaned with compressed air.

Abottle brush can come in handy for cleaning out the cylinder ribs.

Replacinglcleaning the spark arrester screen

The spark arrester screen should be checked and cleaned regulary.

Loosen the screw (18) and remove the spark arrester screen

(19).

Caution: Do not use sharp or pointed objects for screen cleaning. Damaged or misformed screen wires may result.

Reassembly the spark arrester screen and'tighten the screw.

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Makita DCS 6400, DCS6401, DCS 7901, DCS 7300, DCS 7900 Mounting the fan housing, Replacinglcleaning the spark arrester screen

DCS 7301, DCS 7900, DCS 6400, DCS 7300, DCS 7901 specifications

Makita, a leading manufacturer of power tools, has a robust lineup of professional-grade chainsaws, including the DCS 7900, DCS 7901, DCS 7300, DCS 7301, and DCS 6401 models. Each chainsaw is designed with advanced technology to meet the demanding needs of forestry and construction professionals.

The Makita DCS 7900 is a powerful chainsaw equipped with a 79cc engine that delivers high cutting performance. It features a lightweight design combined with a powerful engine, allowing for maximum maneuverability. The saw's decompression valve ensures easy starting, while the adjustable chain oiler provides lubrication tailored to various cutting conditions. Its anti-vibration technology minimizes user fatigue during prolonged use, making it an excellent choice for professionals.

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