Makita DUC357 Instruction Manual
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- Page 1 INSTRUCTION MANUAL Cordless Chain Saw DUC307 DUC357 DUC407 Read before use.
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Page 2: Specifications
SPECIFICATIONS Model: DUC307 DUC357 DUC407 Overall length 428 mm (without guide bar) Rated voltage D.C. 18 V Net weight 2.9 kg 4.2 - 4.3 kg Standard guide bar length 300 mm 350 mm 400 mm Recommended guide bar length 300 - 400 mm... -
Page 3: Intended Use
) : 86 dB (A) Read instruction manual. Sound power level (L ) : 97 dB (A) Uncertainty (K) : 3 dB (A) Model DUC357 Wear safety glasses. Sound pressure level (L ) : 86 dB(A) Sound power level (L... -
Page 4: Ec Declaration Of Conformity
Do not abuse the cord. Never use the cord for WARNING: The vibration emission during carrying, pulling or unplugging the power tool. actual use of the power tool can differ from the Keep cord away from heat, oil, sharp edges declared value(s) depending on the ways in which or moving parts. -
Page 5: General Chain Saw Safety Warnings
Battery tool use and care Recharge only with the charger specified by the manufacturer. A charger that is suitable for one type of battery pack may create a risk of fire when used with another battery pack. Use power tools only with specifically desig- nated battery packs. Use of any other battery packs may create a risk of injury and fire. -
Page 6: Additional Safety Instructions
Wear eye protection. Further protective equip- • Maintain a firm grip, with thumbs and ment for hearing, head, hands, legs and feet is fingers encircling the chain saw handles, recommended. Adequate protective equipment with both hands on the saw and position your body and arm to allow you to resist will reduce personal injury from flying debris or accidental contact with the saw chain. - Page 7 12. Use the batteries only with the products WARNING: DO NOT let comfort or familiarity specified by Makita. Installing the batteries to with product (gained from repeated use) replace non-compliant products may result in a fire, exces- strict adherence to safety rules for the subject sive heat, explosion, or leak of electrolyte.
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Page 8: Parts Description
(more than six months). Use of non-genuine Makita batteries, or batteries that have been altered, may result in the battery bursting causing fires, personal injury and damage. It will also void the Makita warranty for the Makita tool and charger. PARTS DESCRIPTION Fig.2... -
Page 9: Functional Description
Indicating the remaining battery capacity FUNCTIONAL DESCRIPTION Only for battery cartridges with the indicator CAUTION: Always be sure that the tool is switched off and the battery cartridge is removed before adjusting or checking function on the tool. Installing or removing battery cartridge CAUTION: Always switch off the tool before... -
Page 10: Overheat Protection
Never use the tool if it starts when you pull the switch trigger without pressing the lock- off button. Ask your local Makita Service Center for repairs. WARNING: Never disable the lock function or tape down the lock-off button. - Page 11 Check the direction of the saw chain. Match the ASSEMBLY direction of the saw chain with that of the mark on the chain saw body. CAUTION: Always be sure that the tool is switched off and the battery cartridge is removed before carrying out any work on the tool.
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Page 12: Removing The Saw Chain
Removing the saw chain Place the sprocket cover on the chain saw so that the adjusting pin is positioned in a small hole on the To remove the saw chain, perform the following steps: guide bar. Release the chain brake by pulling the front hand guard. Turn the adjusting dial to "-" direction to release the saw chain tension. Fig.12 ► 1 . -
Page 13: Adjusting Saw Chain Tension
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 parti- cles or volatile oil. -
Page 14: Working With The Chain Saw
Saw chain is automatically lubricated when the tool is in Working with the chain saw operation. Check the amount of remaining oil in the oil tank periodically through the oil inspection window. CAUTION: The first time user should, as a minimum practice, do cutting logs on a saw-horse or cradle. - Page 15 Bucking Limbing Rest the bottom edge of the chain saw body on CAUTION: Limbing may only be performed by the wood to be cut. trained persons. A hazard is presented by the risk of kickback. When limbing, support the chain saw on the trunk if possible.
- Page 16 • Any person involved has an unhindered path NOTE: The scarf determines the direction in which of retreat through a range of approximately the tree will fall, and guides it. It is made on the side 45° either side of the felling axis. Consider towards which the tree is to fall.
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Page 17: Maintenance
Never use gasoline, benzine, thinner, alcohol or the like. Discoloration, deformation or cracks may result. To maintain product SAFETY and RELIABILITY, repairs, any other maintenance or adjustment should be performed by Makita Authorized or Factory Service Centers, always using Makita replacement parts. Sharpening the saw chain Fig.35 —... -
Page 18: Cleaning The Guide Bar
— The file can be guided more easily if a file holder Cleaning the sprocket cover (optional accessory) is employed. The file holder has markings for the correct sharpening angle of Chips and saw dust will accumulate inside of the 30° (align the markings parallel to the saw chain) sprocket cover. Remove the sprocket cover and saw and limits the depth of penetration (to 4/5 of the chain from the tool then clean the chips and saw dust. -
Page 19: Replacing The Sprocket
Replacing the sprocket CAUTION: A worn sprocket will damage a new saw chain. Have the sprocket replaced in this case. Before fitting a new saw chain, check the condition of the sprocket. Fig.42 ► 1 . Sprocket 2. Areas to be worn out Always fit a new locking ring when replacing the sprocket. Fig.43 ► 1 . Locking ring 2. Sprocket NOTICE: Make sure that the sprocket is installed as shown in the figure. -
Page 20: Instructions For Periodic Maintenance
Instructions for periodic maintenance To ensure long life, prevent damage and ensure the full functioning of the safety features, the following maintenance must be performed regularly. Warranty claims can be recognized only if this work is performed regularly and prop- erly. -
Page 21: Troubleshooting
TROUBLESHOOTING Before asking for repairs, conduct your own inspection first. If you find a problem that is not explained in the manual, do not attempt to dismantle the tool. Instead, ask Makita Authorized Service Centers, always using Makita replace- ment parts for repairs. Malfunction status Cause Action The chain saw does not start. Battery cartridge is not installed. Install a charged battery cartridge. - Page 24 Makita Europe N.V. Jan-Baptist Vinkstraat 2, 3070 Kortenberg, Belgium Makita Corporation 3-11-8, Sumiyoshi-cho, Anjo, Aichi 446-8502 Japan 885980-225 www.makita.com 20220414...