Operation - Makita XCU05 Instruction Manual

5. Tighten the retaining nut to secure the
sprocket cover.
► 1. Retaining nut
Make sure the saw chain fits snugly against the
lower side of the bar.
Spike bumper
Optional accessory
When cutting thick branches, using the spike
bumper is recommended. To install the spike
bumper, perform the following steps:
1. Remove the sprocket cover, saw chain, and
guide bar.
2. Align the holes of the spike bumper with the
holes on the chain saw body, and then tighten
the screws firmly.
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► 1. Screw 2. Spike bumper

OPERATION

Lubrication
Saw chain is automatically lubricated when the tool is
in operation. Check the amount of remaining oil in the
oil tank periodically through the oil inspection window.
To refill the tank, lay the chain saw on its side
and remove the oil tank cap. The proper amount
of oil is 140 ml. After refilling the tank, make sure
that the oil tank cap is tightened securely.
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► 1. Oil tank cap 2. Oil inspection window
After refilling, hold the chain saw away from the
tree. Start it and wait until lubrication on saw
chain is adequate.
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NOTICE: When filling the chain oil for the first
time, or refilling the tank after it has been completely
emptied, add oil up to the bottom edge of the filler
neck. The oil delivery may otherwise be impaired.
NOTICE: Use the saw chain oil exclusively
for Makita chain saws or equivalent oil
available in the market.
NOTICE: Never use oil including dust and
particles or volatile oil.
NOTICE: When pruning trees, use botanical
oil. Mineral oil may harm trees.
NOTICE: Before the cutting operation,
make sure that the provided oil tank cap is
screwed in place.
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