Fuel / Refuelling; Chain Oil - Makita DCS460 Owner's And Safety Manual

Fuel
CAUTION:
This saw is powered by mineral-oil products (gasoline
(petrol) and oil).
Be especially careful when handling gasoline (petrol).
Avoid all flame or fire. Do not smoke (explosion hazard).
Fuel mixture
The engine of the chain saw is a high-efficiency two-stroke engine.
It runs on a mixture of gasoline and two-stroke engine oil.
The engine is designed for unleaded regular gasoline with a min.
octane value of 91 ROZ. In case no such fuel is available, you can
use fuel with a higher octane value. This will not affect the engine.
In order to obtain an optimum engine output and to protect
your health and the environment use unleaded fuel only.
Gasoline which contens alcohol should not used in
MAKITA products.
For lubricating the engine use a two-stroke engine oil (quality
grade: JASO FC or ISO EGD), which is added to the fuel. The
engine has been designed for use of MAKITA high-perform-
ance two-stroke engine oil and a mixture ratio of only 100:1 to
protect the environment. In addition, a long service life and
reliable operation with a minimum emission of exhaust gases
are ensured. MAKITA HP 100 high-performance two-stroke
engine oil is available in the following sizes:
0.5 l order number 980 008 609
MAKITA high-performance two-stroke engine oil is available in
the following sizes to suit your individual requirements:
1 l order number 980 008 607
100 ml order number 980 008 606
In case MAKITA high-performance two-stroke engine oil is not
available, it is urgently recommended to use a mixture ratio of
40:1 with other two-stroke engine oils, as otherwise optimum
operation of the engine cannot be guaranteed.
The correct mixture ratio:
50:1 when using MAKITA high-performance two-stroke en-
gine oil, i. e. mix 50 parts gasoline with 1 part oil.
100:1 when using MAKITA HP 100 high-performance two-
stroke engine oil, i. e. mix 100 parts gasoline with 1 part
oil.
40:1
when using other two-stroke engine oils, i. e. mix 40
parts gasoline with 1 part oil.

Chain oil

Use an oil with adhesive additive for lubricating the chain and
guide bar. The adhesive additive prevents the oil from being
flung off the chain too quickly.
We recommend the use of chain oil which is bio-degradable in
order to protect the environment. The use of bio-degradable oil
may even be required by local regulations.
The chain oil BIOTOP sold by MAKITA is made of special
vegetable oils and is 100% bio-degradable. BIOTOP has been
granted the "blue angel" (Blauer Umweltschutz-Engel) for
being particularly environment-friendly (RAL UZ 48).
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Gasoline 40:1
other oil
OIL
+
1.0 Us-gal. (3.7 l) 3.2 floz.(94 cm
2.5 Us-gal. (9.4 l) 8.0 floz.(236 cm
5.0 Us-gal. (18.9 l) 16.0 floz.(473 cm
NOTE:
For preparing the fuel-oil mixture first mix the entire oil
quantity with half of the fuel required, then add the remaining
fuel. Thoroughly shake the mixture before filling it into the
chain saw tank.
It is not wise to add more engine oil than specified to
ensure safe operation. This will only result in a higher
production of combus-tion residues which will pollute
the environment and clog the exhaust channel in the
cylinder as well as the muffler. In addition, fuel con-
sumption will rise and performance will decrease.
The Storage of Fuel
Fuels have a limited storage life. Fuel and fuel mixtures age.
Therefore fuel and fuel mixtures, which have been stored
for too long, can cause starting problems. Purchase only
that amount of fuel, which will be consumed over the next
few months.
Store fuel safely in a dry place in approved containers
only.
AVOID SKIN AND EYE CONTACT
Mineral oil products degrease your skin. If your skin comes
in contact with these substances repeatedly and for an
extended period of time, it will desiccate. Various skin
deseases may result. In addition, allergic reactions are
known to occur.
Eyes can be irritated by contact with oil. If oil comes into your
eyes, immediately wash them with clear water.
If your eyes are still irritated, see a doctor immediately!
BIOTOP chain oil is available in the following sizes:
1 l order number 980 008 610
5 l order number 980 008 611
Bio-degradable oil is stable only for a limited period of
time. It should be used within 2 years from the date of
manufacture (printed on the container).
50:1 100:1
MAKITA oil MAKITA oil
OIL
HP 100
50:1
3 ) 2.5 floz.(75 cm 3 ) 1.3 floz.(38 cm
3 ) 6.4 floz.(189 cm 3 ) 3.2 floz.(94 cm
3 3
) 12.8 floz.(378 cm ) 6.4 floz.(189 cm
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