Checking The Chain Brake; Adjusting The Carburetor - Makita EA3500S Operator's And Safety Manual

Checking the chain brake

The chain brake must be checked before every use of the
saw!
Start the engine as described above (have a secure footing,
place the chain saw on the ground so that the chain and
guide bar are not near anything).
Hold the front handle firmly, with your other hand on the rear
grip.
Let the engine run at medium speed and push the handguard
(6) in the direction of the arrow using the back of your hand,
until the chain brake engages. The chain should now stop
immediately.
Bring the engine back to idle and release the chain brake.
Caution: If the chain does not stop immediately in this
test, turn off the engine immediately. Do NOT use the
chain saw in this condition! Contact a MAKITA service
center.

Adjusting the carburetor

CAUTION: Carburetor adjustment may only be done by a
specialist MAKITA service center!
Only adjusting screw (T) can be manipulated by the user.
If the saw chain moves in idle (i.e. without the throttle being
pressed), it is imperative to correct the idle speed!
Do not adjust the idle speed until after complete
assembly and testing of the saw!
Idle speed adjustment must only be undertaken when
the engine is warm, with a clean air filter and properly
installed guide bar and chain.
Use a screwdriver (4 mm blade) for idle adjustments.
Adjusting the idle speed
Turn adjusting screw (T) counter-clockwise (unscrew):
Idle speed decreases.
Turn adjusting screw (T) clockwise (screw in): Idle speed
increases.
Important: If the saw chain still moves during idle even
after you have adjusted the idle speed, do NOT use the
saw. Take it to a MAKITA service center!
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