Transport And Storage; Maintenance - Makita DCS230T Instruction Manual

recommended to have this carried out by specially
trained persons only (high risk of kickback).
- Do longitudinal - lengthwise - cuts at the lowest
possible angle (Fig. 14). Be very careful when doing
this type of cut, as the front body cannot grip.
- The saw must be running whenever you remove the
chain saw from the wood.
- When performing several cuts the throttle lever must be
released in between.
- Be careful when cutting splintery wood. Cut pieces of
wood may be pulled along (risk of injuries).
- When cutting with the upper edge of the guide bar, the
chain saw may be pushed in the direction of the user if
the chain gets clamped. For this reason use the lower
edge of the bar whenever possible. The chain saw will
then be pushed away from you (Fig. 15).
- If the timber is under tension (Fig. 16), first cut the
pressure side (A). Then the crosscut can be performed
on the tension side (B). Thus clamping of the guide bar
can be avoided.
CAUTION:
People felling trees or cutting of branches must be
specially trained. High risk of injuries!
- When cutting of branches, the chain saw should be
supported on the trunk. Do not use the end of the bar
for cutting (risk of kickback).
- Be aware of branches under tension. Do not cut free
branches from below.
- Never perform detentioning cuts while standing on the
trunk.
- Before cutting down a tree ensure that
a) only those people are within the working area which
are actually involved in cutting down the tree.
b) every worker involved can withdraw without
stumbling (the people should withdraw backwards in
a diagonal line, i. e. at a degree of 45°).
c) the bottom part of the trunk is free from foreign
objects, underbrush and branches. Make sure to
have a safe footing (risk of stumbling).
d) the next working place is at least 2 1/2 tree lengths
away (Fig. 17). Before cutting down the tree check
the direction of fall and make sure that there are
neither people nor objects within a distance of 2 1/2
tree lengths.
- Judging the tree:
Direction of hanging - loose or dry branches - height of
the tree -natural overhang -is the tree rotten?
- Take into account the direction and speed of the wind.
If strong gusts are occurring, do not do any felling.
Avoid sawdust (pay attention to the direction the wind
is blowing)!
- Cutting the roots:
Start with the strongest root. First do the vertical and
then the horizontal cut.
- Notching the trunk (Fig. 18, A):
The notch determines the direction of fall and guides
the tree. The trunk is notched perpendicular to the
direction of fall and penetrates 1/3 - 1/5 of the trunk
diameter. Perform the cut near the ground.
- When correcting the cut, always do so over the whole
width of the notch.
- Cut down the tree (Fig. 19, B) above the bottom edge
of the notch (D). The cut must be exactly horizontal.
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The distance between both cuts must be approx. 1/10
of the trunk diameter.
- The material between both cuts (C) serves as a
hinge. Never cut it through, otherwise the tree will fall
without any control. Insert felling wedges in time.
- Secure the cut only with wedges made of plastic or
aluminium. Do not use iron wedges. If the saw hits an
iron wedge the chain can be seriously damaged or
torn.
- When cutting down a tree always stay sidewards of the
falling tree.
- When withdrawing after having performed the cut, be
alert for falling branches.
- When working on sloping ground the user of the chain
saw must stay above or sidewards of the trunk to be
cut or the tree already cut down.
- Be alert for trunks which may roll towards you.

Transport and storage

- When changing your location during work switch off the
chain saw and actuate the chain brake in order to
prevent an inadvertent start of the chain.
- Never carry or transport the chain saw with the chain
running.
- When transporting the chain saw over long distances
the guide bar protection cover (delivered with the chain
saw) must be applied.
- Carry the chain saw with the tubular handle. The guide
bar points backwards (Fig. 20). Avoid coming in
contact with the muffler (danger of burns).
- Ensure safe positioning of the chain saw during car
transportation to avoid fuel or chain oil leakage.
- Store the chain saw safely in a dry place. It must not be
stored outdoors. Keep the chain saw away from
children.
- Before storing the chain saw over a long period of time
or shipping it the fuel and oil tanks must be completely
emptied.

Maintenance

- Before performing maintenance work switch off the
chain saw (Fig. 21) and pull out the plug cap.
- Before starting work always check the operating safety
of the chain saw, in particular the function of the chain
brake. Make sure the saw chain is properly sharpened
and tensioned (Fig. 22).
- Operate the chain saw only at a low noise and
emission level. For this ensure the carburetor is
adjusted correctly.
- Regularly clean the chain saw.
- Regularly check the tank cap for tightness.
Observe the accident prevention instructions issued
by trade associations and insurance companies. Do
not perform any modifications on the chain saw. You
will put your safety at risk.
Perform only the maintenance and repair works described
in the instruction manual.
All other work must be carried out by MAKITA Service.
(Fig. 23)
Use only original MAKITA spare parts and accessories.
Using spare parts other than original MAKITA parts or
accessories and guide bar/chain combinations or lengths
which are not approved bring a high risk of accidents.