Checking The Chain Brake; Adjusting The Chain Lubrication - Makita DUC256 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 pur-
pose and function of lock-off lever.
CAUTION:
Before installing the battery car-
tridge 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 with-
out pressing the lock-off lever. This can cause
switch breakage.
To prevent the switch trigger from being accidentally
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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► 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 handle 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 performed, the
saw may not be used under any circumstances.
Consult our authorized service center.
1. Press the lock-off lever, then pull the switch trig-
ger. 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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► 1. Front hand guard 2. Unlocked position 3. Locked position
Checking the run-down brake
CAUTION:
two seconds in this test, stop using the chain saw
and consult our authorized service center.
Run the chain saw then release the switch trigger completely.
The saw chain must come to a standstill within two seconds.

Adjusting the chain lubrication

You can adjust the oil pump feed rate with the adjusting screw
using the universal wrench. The amount of oil can be adjusted
in 3 steps. Open the cap to adjust the adjusting screw.
► 1 . Cap 2. Adjusting screw
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