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Makita UC3020A Instruction Manual

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Chain Saw
MODEL UC3020A
MODEL UC3520A
MODEL UC4020A
I N S T R U C T I O N
WARNING:
For your personal safety, READ and UNDERSTAND before using.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS FOR FUTURE REFERENCE.
DOUBLE
INSULATION
M A N U A L
006906

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  • Page 1 Chain Saw MODEL UC3020A MODEL UC3520A MODEL UC4020A 006906 DOUBLE INSULATION I N S T R U C T I O N M A N U A L WARNING: For your personal safety, READ and UNDERSTAND before using. SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS FOR FUTURE REFERENCE.
  • Page 2 SPECIFICATIONS Model UC3020A UC3520A UC4020A Max. chain speed (m/s) 13.3 Cutting length 300 mm 350 mm 400 mm Type 90SG Saw chain Pitch 3/8” Acoustic power level L WA av dB (A) 105.3 to EN 50144 -1 1) Sound pressure level L pA av dB (A) 92.3...
  • Page 3 ....Only for EU countries EU model identification No.: Do not dispose of electric equipment together with household waste mate- UC3020A, UC3520A, UC4020A: M6 05 10 24243 064 rial! complies with the standard safety and health require- ments of the pertinent EU guidelines:...
  • Page 4 20. Check damaged parts. Keep children away. Do not let visitors touch the tool or extension cord. Before further use of the tool, a guard or other part All visitors should be kept away from work area. that is damaged should be carefully checked to Store idle tools.
  • Page 5 The chain saw is not intended for commercial use. Always ensure in particular that the extension cable used is of adequate cross-section (see Do not overload the chain saw. “SPECIFICATIONS”). When using a cable reel, wind the cable completely off the reel. When using Personal protective equipment the saw in the open air, ensure that the cable Clothing must be close-fitting, but must not...
  • Page 6 15. Guide the chain saw such that no part of your body • When bucking, keep clear of adjacent trunks. is within the extended path of the saw chain (see Always observe the bar tip. figure). • Use a trestle. Safety features Always check that that the safety features are in working order before starting work.
  • Page 7 What injuries do they have? than that described in this instruction manual. Any • Who is reporting the accident? other work must be carried out by MAKITA Service. NOTE: Only use original MAKITA replacement parts and accessories intended for your model of saw. The Individuals with poor circulation who are exposed to use of other parts increases the risk of accident.
  • Page 8 Parts supplied 006907 006996 Sprocket cover Rear handle Switch trigger Oil level sight Oil filter cap Rear hand guard Serrated rail Front handle (claw stop) Lock-off button Front hand guard Guide bar Chain catcher Scabbard Saw chain Lever...
  • Page 9: Switch Trigger

    FUNCTIONAL CAUTION: DESCRIPTION • Always be sure that the tool is switched off and unplugged before adjusting or checking function on the tool. Switch action 006910 CAUTION: • Before plugging in the tool, always check to see that the switch trigger actuates properly and returns to the “OFF”...
  • Page 10 Turn the adjusting dial counterclockwise to slide the adjusting pin in the 006940 direction of arrow. 1. Adjusting pin Place the sprocket cover on the chain saw so that the hook at its back 006941 cover is inserted into a hole in the chain saw and the adjusting pin is positioned in a small hole in the guide bar.
  • Page 11: Guide Bar

    Press in the lever. With the lever depressed, make a quarter turn on it counter- 006934 clockwise to loosen the nut lightly. (Pressing in the lever leads to the fitting of lever into the nut.) 1. Press in. 2. Loosen Turn the adjusting dial to adjust saw chain tension.
  • Page 12 OPERATION Lubrication 006921 CAUTION: • Always be sure that the tool is switched off and unplugged before lubricating the saw chain. Reclaimend Lubricate the saw chain and bar using a biologically degradable saw chain oil with an adhesion agent. The adhesion agent in the saw chain oil prevents the oil from being thrown off the saw excessively quickly.
  • Page 13 CAUTION: • Should the saw chain not stop immediately when this test is performed, the saw may not be used under any circumstances. Consult a MAKITA specialist repair shop. Checking the run-down brake Switch on the chain saw.
  • Page 14 WORKING WITH THE CHAIN SAW Bucking 006913 For bucking cuts, rest the serrated rail shown in the figure on the wood to be cut. With the saw chain running, saw into the wood, using the rear handle to raise the saw and the front one to guide it. Use the serrated rail as a pivot. Continue the cut by applying slight pressure to the front handle, easing the saw back slightly.
  • Page 15 Only maintenance work described in this instruction manual may be performed by the user. Any other work must be carried out by a MAKITA specialist repair shop.
  • Page 16 Checking the plastic housing Carry out regular visual inspections of all parts of the housing. Should any parts be damaged, have them repaired immediately and properly in a MAKITA specialist repair shop. Sharpening the saw chain...
  • Page 17 File and file guiding Use a special round file (optional accessory) for saw chains, with a 006927 diameter of 4.5 mm, to sharpen the chain. Normal round files are not suitable. The file should only engage the material on the forward stroke. Lift the file off the material on the return stroke.
  • Page 18 Cleaning the oil filter at the oil discharge hole Small dust or particles may be built up in the oil filter at the oil discharge hole during operation. Small dust or particles built up in the oil filter may impair the oil discharge flow and cause an insufficient lubrication on the whole saw chain.
  • Page 19 The braking systems are very important safety features. Like any other compo- nent of the chain saw, they are subject to a certain degree of wear. They must be inspected regularly by a MAKITA specialist repair shop. This measure is for your own safety.
  • Page 20: Saw Chain

    CAUTION: • These accessories or attachments are recommended for use with your Makita tool specified in this manual. The use of any other accessories or attachments might present a risk of injury to persons. Only use accessory or attachment for its stated purpose.
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  • Page 24 Makita Corporation Anjo, Aichi, Japan 884647A222...

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