Read this instruction manual carefully before putting the chain saw into operation and strictly observe the safety regulations! Only persons who have
completed training in working from elevated platforms (cherry pickers, lifts), from platforms mounted on ladders or who are proficient in climbing with
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DCS230T DCS230T DCS231T DCS231T DCS231T DCS231T DCS232T DCS232T DCS232T DCS232T Important: Read this instruction manual carefully before putting the chain saw into operation and strictly observe the safety regulations! Only persons who have completed training in working from elevated platforms (cherry pickers, lifts), from platforms mounted on ladders or who are proficient in climbing with ropes are permitted to operate this chain saw.
Mounting the guide bar and saw chain ..........8-9 The safety features of the DCS230T, DCS231T, DCS232T are state of the Tightening the saw chain ..............9 art and meet all German and international safety standards.
Symbols You will notice the following symbols on the chain saw and in the instruction manual: Read instruction manual and follow the I/STOP-switch Chain brake warning- and safety (short-circuit switch) STOP precautions! Warning This saw is to be used Stop engine! Fuel and oil mixture STOP by properly trained...
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS CAUTION: This chain saw is designed especially for tree care and surgery. All work with this chain saw is to be carried out by properly trained persons only. Observe all literature, procedures and recommendations from the rel- evant professional organisation. Failure to do so constitutes a high accident risk! We recommend always using a rising platform (cherry picker, lift) for sawing in trees.
Before starting work the chain saw must be checked for perfect function and operating safety according to the prescriptions. Check especially the function of the chain brake, the correct mounting of the guide bar, the correct sharpening and tightening of the chain, the firm mounting of the sprocket guard, the easy motion of the throttle lever and the function of the throttle lever lock, the cleanliness and dryness of the handles, and the function of the ON/OFF switch.
Use only original MAKITA spare parts and accessories. STOP 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. We cannot accept any responsibility for accidents and dam-...
0.74/8,000 Max. torque at speed Nm/min 0.97/6,500 3,000/11,500 (DCS230T) Idling speed / max. engine speed with bar and chain 3,000/10,500 (DCS231T) 3,000/10,000 (DCS232T) Coupling speed 4,500 Sound pressure level at the workplace L per ISO/CD 22868 dB (A) 95.0 pA av...
Position the guide bar (7). Lift the chain (9) over the sprocket (10). Using your right hand, guide the chain into the top guide groove (11) on the guide bar. Note that the cutting edges along the top of the chain must point in the direction of the arrow! Pull the chain (9) around the nose (12) of the guide bar in the direction of the arrow.
Chain brake The DCS230T, DCS231T, DCS232T come with an inertia chain brake as standard equipment. If kickback occurs due to contact of the guide-bar tip with wood (see “SAFETY PRECAUTIONS”), the chain brake will stop the chain through inertia if the kickback is sufficiently strong.
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).
To ensure troublefree operation of the oil pump the oil guide groove at the housing (2) and the oil inlet bore in the guide bar (3) must be cleaned regularly. Checking the chain lubrication Never work with the chain saw without sufficient chain lubrication. Otherwise the service life of the chain and guide bar will be reduced.
Immediately release the throttle and release the chain brake. IMPORTANT: If the chain does not stop immediately in this test, do not under any circum- stances proceed with work. Contact a MAKITA service center. Adjusting the carburetor The carburetor eliminates the need to adjust the idle and main nozzles, and no such adjustment is possible.
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All cutters must be sharpened to the same angle, 30°. Different angles result in a roughly, irregu- larly running chain, increase wear and tear and cause chain beakage. The 85° front rake of the cutter results from the cut depth of the round file. If the proper file is used in the right manner, the correct front rake will be obtained automatically.
Cleaning the guide bar, lubricating the sprocket nose CAUTION: Protective gloves must be worn. Regularly inspect the bearing surfaces of the guide bar for damage, and clean them with a suitable tool. Sprocket nose type: If the saw is used intensively it will be necessary to lubricate the return sprocket bearings regularly (once a week).
Electrode gap The electrode gap must be 0.6 – 0.7 mm. 0.6 – 0.7 mm Cleaning the inlet port of the cooling air Unscrew four screws (2). Remove recoil starter (3). Clean the inlet port (4) and the cylinder fins. Cleaning the muffler STOP CAUTION: If the engine is hot there is a risk of burning.
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.
• 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.
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