Checking The Chain Brake - Makita DUC304 Instruction Manual

Switch action
WARNING: For your safety, this tool is
equipped with lock-off lever which prevents
the tool from unintended starting. NEVER
use the tool if it runs when you simply
pull the switch trigger without pressing
the lock-off lever. Return the tool to our
authorized service center for proper repairs
BEFORE further usage.
WARNING: NEVER tape down or defeat
purpose and function of lock-off lever.
CAUTION: Before installing the battery
cartridge into the tool, always check to see
that the switch trigger actuates properly
and returns to the "OFF" position when
released.
NOTICE: Do not pull the switch trigger hard
without pressing the lock-off lever. This can
cause switch breakage.
To prevent the switch trigger from being acci-
dentally pulled, a lock-off lever is provided. To
start the tool, depress the lock-off lever and pull
the switch trigger. The tool speed increases
by increasing pressure on the switch trigger.
Release the switch trigger to stop.
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Fig.6
► 1. Switch trigger 2. Lock-off lever

Checking the chain brake

CAUTION: Hold the chain saw with both
hands when switching it on. Hold the top
handle with your right hand, the front han-
dle 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 per-
formed, the saw may not be used under
any circumstances. Consult our authorized
service center.
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Press the lock-off lever, then pull the switch
trigger. 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 two seconds in this test, stop using
the chain saw and consult our authorized
service center.
Run the chain saw then release the switch trig-
ger completely. The saw chain must come to a
standstill within two seconds.
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