Adjusting The Chain Lubrication - Makita GCU05 Instruction Manual

Checking the chain brake
CAUTION:
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. The bar and the chain must not be in contact
with any object.
CAUTION:
Should the saw chain not stop
immediately when this test is performed, the
saw may not be used under any circumstances.
Consult our authorized service center.
1. Press the lock-off lever, then pull the switch trig-
ger. The saw chain starts immediately.
2.
Push the front hand guard forwards with the back
of your hand. Make sure that the chain saw comes to an
immediate standstill.
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Fig.7
► 1. Front hand guard 2. Unlocked position 3. Locked
position
Checking the run-down brake
CAUTION:
If the saw chain does not stop
within one second in this test, stop using the
chain saw and consult our authorized service
center.
Run the chain saw then release the switch trigger com-
pletely. The saw chain must come to a standstill within
one second.
You can adjust the oil pump feed rate with the adjusting
screw. The amount of oil can be adjusted using the
universal wrench.
Fig.8
3
► 1. Adjusting screw
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3
Installing the saw chain
To install the saw chain, perform the following steps:
1.
2.
Fig.9
► 1. Lever
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Adjusting the chain lubrication

ASSEMBLY
CAUTION:
Always be sure that the tool is
switched off and the battery cartridge is removed
before carrying out any work on the tool.
CAUTION:
Do not touch the saw chain with
bare hands. Always wear gloves when handling
the saw chain.
Installing or removing saw chain
CAUTION:
The saw chain and the guide bar are
still hot just after the operation. Let them cool down
enough before carrying out any work on the tool.
CAUTION:
Carry out the procedure of install-
ing or removing saw chain in a clean place free
from sawdust and the like.
Release the chain brake by pulling the front hand guard.
Pull the lever up while pressing its edge.
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