Operation - Makita DUC256 Instruction Manual

5. Tighten the retaining nut to secure the sprocket cover.
► 1 . Retaining nut

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, then push
the oil tank cap, and then remove the oil tank cap. The
proper amount of oil is 200 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.
NOTICE:
time, or refilling the tank after it has been com-
pletely emptied, add oil up to the bottom edge of
the filler neck. The oil delivery may otherwise be
impaired.
NOTICE:
Makita chain saws or equivalent oil available in
the market.
NOTICE:
cles or volatile oil.
NOTICE:
Mineral oil may harm trees.
NOTICE:
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that the provided oil tank cap is screwed in place.
WORKING WITH THE CHAIN SAW
minimum practice, do cutting logs on a saw-horse
or cradle.
safe support (saw horse or cradle). Do not steady
the workpiece with your foot, and do not allow
anyone else to hold or steady it.
rotation.
from the saw chain when the motor is operating.
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both hands when the motor is running.
footing and balance at all times.
NOTICE:
NOTICE:
Pruning trees
Bring the chain saw body into contact with the branch to
be cut before switching on. Otherwise it may cause the
guide bar to wobble, resulting in injury to operator. Saw
the wood to be cut by just moving it down by using the
weight of the chain saw.
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When filling the chain oil for the first
Use the saw chain oil exclusively for
Never use oil including dust and parti-
When pruning trees, use botanical oil.
Before the cutting operation, make sure
CAUTION:
The first time user should, as a
CAUTION:
When sawing precut timber, use a
CAUTION:
Secure round pieces against
CAUTION:
Keep all parts of the body away
CAUTION:
Hold the chain saw firmly with
CAUTION:
Do not overreach. Keep proper
Never toss or drop the tool.
Do not cover the vents of the tool.