Service, Spare Parts And Guarantee; Trouble Shooting - Makita DCS231T Original Instruction Manual

Service, spare parts and guarantee

Maintenance and repair
The maintenance and repair of modern engines as well as all safety devices require
qualified technical training and a special workshop equipped with special tools and
testing devices.
We therefore recommend that you consult a MAKITA service centre for all work not
described in this instruction manual.
The MAKITA service centres have all the necessary equipment and skilled and expe-
rienced personnel, who can work out cost-effective solutions and advise you in all
matters.
Please contact your nearest service centre.
Spare parts
Reliable long-term operation, as well as the safety of your chain saw, depend among
other things on the quality of the spare parts used. Use only original MAKITA parts.
Only original spare parts and accessories guarantee the highest quality in material,
dimensions, functioning and safety.
Original spare parts and accessories can be obtained from your local dealer. He will
also have the spare part lists to determine the required spare part numbers, and will
be constantly informed about the latest improvements and spare part innovations.
Please bear in mind that if parts other than original MAKITA spare parts are used, this
will automatically invalidate the MAKITA product guarantee.

Trouble shooting

Malfunction System
Chain does not run Chain brake
Engine does not start or Ignition system
only with difficulty
Fuel supply
Compression system
Mechanical malfunction
Warm start difficulties Carburetor
Engine starts, but dies Fuel supply
immediately
Insufficient power Several systems may be
involved simultaneously
No chain lubrication Oil tank/pump
Guarantee
MAKITA guarantees the highest quality and will therefore reimburse all costs for
repair by replacement of damaged parts resulting from material or production faults
occurring within the guarantee period after purchase. Please note that in some coun-
tries particular guarantee conditions may exist. If you have any questions, please con-
tact your salesman, who is responsible for the guarantee of the product.
Please note that we cannot accept any responsibility for damage caused by:
• Disregard of the instruction manual.
• Non-performance of the required maintenance and cleaning.
• Incorrect carburetor adjustment.
• Normal wear and tear.
• Obvious overloading due to permanent exceeding of the upper performance limits.
• Use of guide bars and chains which have not been approved.
• Use of guide bar and chain lengths which have not been approved.
• Use of force, improper use, misuse or accidents.
• Damage from overheating due to dirt on the recoil starter.
• Work on the chain saw by unskilled persons or inappropriate repairs.
• Use of unsuitable spare parts or parts which are not original MAKITA parts, insofar
as they have caused the damage.
• Use of unsuitable or old oil.
• Damage related to conditions arising from lease or rent contracts.
Cleaning, servicing and adjustment work is not covered by the guarantee. All repairs
covered by the guarantee must be performed by a MAKITA service centre.
Observation Cause
Engine runs Chain brake actuated.
Ignition spark Malfunction in fuel supply system, compression system, mechanical malfunction.
No ignition spark Switch on STOP, fault or short-circuit in the wiring, plug cap or spark plug defective.
Fuel tank is filled Choke in wrong position, carburetor defective, suction head dirty, fuel line bent or
interrupted.
Inside Faulty crankcase gasket, radial shaft packings defective, cylinder or piston rings
defective.
Outside Spark plug does not seal.
Starter does not engage Spring in starter broken, broken parts inside the engine.
Fuel tank is filled Wrong carburetor adjustment.
Ignition spark
Fuel tank is filled Wrong idling adjustment, suction head or carburetor dirty. Tank venting defective,
fuel line interrupted, cable defective, STOP switch defective.
Engine is idling Air filter dirty, wrong carburetor adjustment, muffler clogged, exhaust channel in cyl-
inder clogged.
No oil on the chain Oil tank empty.
Oil guide groove dirty.
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