Makita instruction manual MAKITA DCS 330 TH, Contents

WARNING !

Careless or improper use of this product can cause serious or even fatal injury.

Before operating a chain saw or other MAKITA products it is important that you read, fully understand and carefully follow the instructions outlined in this owners manual. Kickback may cause severe or fatal injury and is one of many potential dangers in operating a chain saw. Kickback and other safety related precautions are described in detail within this owners manual. Additional owners manuals are available from MAKITA USA, INC.,14930-C Northam Street, La Mirada, CA 90638-5753, Telephone: (714) 522 80 88 and MAKITA CANADA INC., 1950 Forbes Street, Whitby, Ontario, Canada, L1N 7B7, Telephone: (905) 571 22 00.

MAKITA DCS 330 TH

This product complies with: American National Standard Institute B 175.1-1991 chain saw safety standard.

Canadian Standards Association	Z62.1-95 chain saw safety standard.
	Z62.3-96 chain saw kickback standard.
Society of Automotive Engineers	SAEJ 335-Jun 95 „Multiposition small
	engine exhaust system fire ignition
	suppression”

With the purchase of this chain saw you have chosen a quality product. Important instructions for the assembly and operation of this saw are given in this manual.

The DCS 330 TH (Tophandle) is a very light and handy chain saw with the handle on the top. This model was developed especially for tree surgery and care, and may be used only by persons specially trained in tree surgery and care.

The automatic chain lubrication with variable-flow oil pump and maintenance-free electronic ignition ensure trouble-free operation, while the hand-saving anti-vibration system and ergonomic grips and controls make work easier, safer, and less tiring for the user.

The safety features of the DCS 330 TH are state of the art and meet all international safety standards.

They include handguards on both grips, grip safety, chain catch, safety saw chain, and chain brake. The chain brake can be actuated manually, and is also inertia-actuated automatically in case of kickback.

In order to ensure the proper functioning and performance of your new chain saw, and to safeguard your own personal safety, it is imperative that you read this instruction manual thoroughly before operation. Be especially careful to observe all safety precautions! Failure to observe these precautions can lead to severe injury or death!

The MAKITA DCS 330 TH will be delivered in a protective cardboard box to prevent transport damage. Cardboard is a basic raw material and is consequently reuseable or suitable for recycling (waste paper recycling).

Contents	Page
Delivery inventory	3
Symbols	3
Safety precautions	4-15
Denomination of components	16
Technical data	17
Approved bar and chain combinations	17
Mounting the guide bar and saw chain	18-19
Checking the chain tension	20
Safety chain brake	20
Fuel / Refuelling	21-22
Adjusting the chain lubrication	23
Checking the chain lubrication	23
Starting the engine	24
Stopping the engine	24
Checking the safety chain brake	25
Adjusting the carburetor	25-26

Contents	Page
Sharpening the saw chain	26-27
Cleaning the brake band and sprocket interior	28
Cleaning the guide bar,
lubricating the sprocket nose	28
Replacing the saw chain	29
Replacing the suction head	29
Cleaning the air filter	29
Replacing the spark plug	30
Replacing the starter cable / return spring	30-31
Cleaning the muffler / spark arrester screen	31
Cleaning the cylinder space	31
Instructions for periodic maintenance	32
Service, spare parts and guarantee	32-33
Troubleshooting	33
Extract from the spare parts list	34

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