Adjusting the chain lubrication, Working With The Chain Saw

Checking the chain brake

NOTE:

•If the chain saw fails to start, check whether the chain brake is released. To release the chain brake, pull the hand guard backwards firmly until you feel it engage.

Checking the chain oiler

Before starting work, check the oil level in the tank, and the oil delivery.

The oil level can be seen in the oil level sight shown in the figure.

1. Oil level sight

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1.Front hand guard

2.Lock

3.Unlock

1.Front hand guard

2.Unlock

3.Lock

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Check the oil delivery as follows: Start the chain saw.

With the saw running, hold the saw chain approximately 15 cm above a tree trunk or the ground. If lubrication is adequate, the oil spray will produce a light oil trace.

Observe the wind direction, and do not expose yourself to the oil spray unnecessarily.

CAUTION:

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Check the chain brake as follows:

1.Hold the chain saw with both hands when switching it on. Hold the rear handle with your right hand, the front handle with your left. Make sure that the bar and the chain do not contact with any object.

2.First press the lock-off button, then the switch trigger. The saw chain starts immediately.

3.Press the front hand guard forwards using the back of your hand. Make sure that the saw chain comes to an immediate standstill.

CAUTION:

•If the saw chain does not stop immediately, do not use the saw under any circumstances. Consult

Makita authorized service centers.

Checking the run-down brake

Switch on the chain saw.

Release the switch trigger completely. Make sure the saw chain comes to a standstill within a second.

CAUTION:

•If the saw chain does not stop immediately, do not use the saw under any circumstances. Consult Makita authorized service centers.

•If an oil trace is not formed, do not use the saw. The lifespan of the chain will otherwise be reduced. Check the oil level. Clean the oil feed groove and the oil feed hole in the bar (refer to "MAINTENANCE ").