SPECIFICATIONS Model: DUA200 Overall length (without guide bar and attachment) 1620 mm / 2520 mm Rated voltage D.C. 18 V Net weight 3.2 kg 3.2 - 3.5 kg Standard guide bar length 200 mm Recommended guide bar with 80TXL 200 mm length Applicable saw chain type 80TXL...
Symbols SAFETY WARNINGS The followings show the symbols which may be used General power tool safety warnings for the equipment. Be sure that you understand their meaning before use. WARNING Read all safety warnings, instruc- Do not expose to moisture. tions, illustrations and specifications provided with this power tool.
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medication. A moment of inattention while oper- Do not use the power tool if the switch does ating power tools may result in serious personal not turn it on and off. Any power tool that cannot injury. be controlled with the switch is dangerous and must be repaired.
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Do not expose a battery pack or tool to fire or Work area safety excessive temperature. Exposure to fire or tem- Keep the tool at least 15 m away from electric perature above 130 °C may cause explosion. lines and communication cables (including Follow all charging instructions and do not any branches contacting them).
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Exposing to excessive vibration injures blood condition before continuing work. If there is vessels or nervous system of the operator and any damage or doubt, ask Makita authorized causes the following symptoms in the fingers, service center for the inspection and repair.
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Makita authorized service center for such Do not short the battery cartridge: work. Do not touch the terminals with any con- Always use Makita genuine spare parts and ductive material. accessories only. Using parts or accessories Avoid storing battery cartridge in a con-...
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Only use genuine Makita batteries. 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. Tips for maintaining maximum battery life Charge the battery cartridge before completely discharged.
PARTS DESCRIPTION Fig.1 Handle module Center extension pole Saw head module Hanger Lock-off button Battery cartridge Switch trigger Rear grip Saw chain Guide bar Oil tank cap Lever Head angle adjustment button Guide bar cover Front grip 9 ENGLISH...
Indicating the remaining battery FUNCTIONAL capacity DESCRIPTION Only for battery cartridges with the indicator Press the check button on the battery cartridge to indi- CAUTION: Always be sure that the tool is cate the remaining battery capacity. The indicator lamps switched off and the battery cartridge is removed light up for a few seconds.
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Overheat protection a Makita service center. When the tool or battery is overheated, the tool stops automatically. In this case, let the tool and battery cool ASSEMBLY before restarting the tool again.
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Align the triangular marks on the modules and Removing or installing saw chain insert one into the other. The tongue will fit into the groove. CAUTION: The saw chain and the guide bar are still hot just after operation. Let them cool down enough before carrying out any work on the tool.
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Installing the saw chain Slide the guide bar toward the sprocket to lock the pin. To install the saw chain, perform the following steps: Pull the lever up. Fig.11 ► 1 . Lever Turn the lever counterclockwise until the sprocket Fig.14 cover comes off.
Fit the other end of the saw chain around the 11. Turn the lever clockwise and tighten firmly to sprocket, then attach the guide bar to the tool body so secure the sprocket cover, then return it to the original that the hole on the guide bar is aligned with the pin on position.
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.
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Makita. If you put on the shoulder harness included in the tool package and the shoulder harness of the back-...
Clasp the hook on the shoulder harness to tool's Working with the tool hanger. CAUTION: Keep all parts of the body away from the saw chain when the motor is operating. CAUTION: Hold the tool firmly with both hands when the motor is running. CAUTION: Do not overreach.
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Start the tool, and then press the saw chain onto the Carrying tool branch lightly. When cutting long branches, in order to control the drop Before carrying the tool, always remove the battery position of cut branches, divide the branch in sections cartridges from the tool, and then attach the guide bar and cut the branch from the tip.
NOTE: The buckle is not equipped depending on the type of band. If you need to release the tool quickly, follow the steps below. Push the levers on the buckle of the waist belt to unlock the buckle. Fig.37 ► 1 . Ring 2. Hook Attach the hook to the tool.
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 Sharpen the saw chain when: • Mealy sawdust is produced when damp wood is cut;...
— 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.
If the sprocket is worn or damaged, ask Cover the guide bar with the guide bar cover. Makita Authorized Service Centers for replacement. Empty the oil tank. Fig.50 ► 1 . Sprocket 2. Areas to be worn out...
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 tool does not start. Battery cartridge is not installed. Install a charged battery cartridge.
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