Table Of Contents; Eu Conformity Declaration; Packing - Makita DCS232T Instruction Manual

Thank you for purchasing a MAKITA product!
Congratulations on choosing a MAKITA chain saw! We are confident that
you will be satisfied with this modern piece of equipment.
The DCS230T, DCS231T, DCS232T (Tophandle) are very light and handy
chain saws with the handles on the top. These models were developed
especially for tree surgery and care. Only persons who have completed
training in working from elevated platforms (cherry pickers, lifts), from plat-
forms mounted on ladders or who are proficient in climbing with ropes are
permitted to operate these chain saws.
The automatic chain lubrication with variable-flow oil pump and mainte-
nance-free electronic ignition ensure trouble-free operation, while the
hand-saving anti-vibration system and ergonomic grips and controls make
work easier, safer, and less tiring for the user.
The safety features of the DCS230T, DCS231T, DCS232T are state of the
art and meet all German and international safety standards.
They include handguards on both grips, grip safety, chain catch, safety
saw chain, and chain brake. The chain brake can be actuated manually,
and is also inertia-actuated automatically in case of kickback.
In order to ensure the proper functioning and
performance of your new chain saw, and to safe-
guard your own personal safety, it is imperative
that you read this instruction manual thoroughly
before operation. Be especially careful to
observe all safety precautions! Failure to
observe these precautions can lead to severe
injury or death!

EU Conformity Declaration

The undersigned, as authorized by, declare that the MAKITA machines,
EU Conformity Declaration
The undersigned, Kanzaki, as authorized by, declare that the MAKITA machines,
Type: 023
DCS230T, DCS231T, DCS232T
manufactured by Makita Corporation, 3-11-8, Sumiyoshi-cho, Anjo, Aichi, Japan, con-
forms to the basic safety and health requirements of the applicable EU guidelines:
EU Machine guideline 98/37/EG,
EU EMC guideline 89/336/EWG (modified by 91/263/EWG, 92/31/EWG and 93/68/
EWG),
Noise emission 2000/14/EG.
The most important standards applied to properly meet the requirements of the
above EU guidelines were: EN 14982, EN ISO 11681-2, EN 61000-4-2, EN 61000-4-
3, CISPR 12.
The conformity assessment procedure 2000/14/EG was performed per Annex V. The
measured noise level (Lwa) is 106 dB(A). The guaranteed noise level (Ld) is
107 dB(A).
The EG Type-Examination per 98/37/EG was performed by: TÜV Product Service
GmbH, Zertifizierstelle, Ridlerstr. 31, D-80339 Munich.
Yasuhiko Kanzaki
MAKITA INTERNATIONAL EUROPE LTD.
Michigan Drive, Tongwell, Milton Keynes, Bucks MK15 8JD, ENGLAND
Responsible manufacturer:
Makita Corporation Anjo Aichi Japan
EU prototype test certificate No.
M6 04 10 24243 059
CE 2004
Director

Table of contents

EU conformity declaration.......................................................................2
Packing......................................................................................................2
Delivery inventory ....................................................................................3
Symbols ....................................................................................................3
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
General precautions..............................................................................4
Protective equipment ............................................................................4
Fuels / Refuelling ..................................................................................4
Putting into operation ............................................................................4
Kickback ................................................................................................5
Working behavior/Method of working .................................................5-6
Transport and storage ...........................................................................6
Maintenance..........................................................................................6
First aid .................................................................................................7
Technical data ..........................................................................................7
Denomination of components ................................................................8
PUTTING INTO OPERATION
Mounting the guide bar and saw chain ..............................................8-9
Tightening the saw chain ......................................................................9
Chain brake.........................................................................................10
Fuels / Refuelling ...........................................................................10-11
Adjusting the chain lubrication ............................................................11
Checking the chain lubrication ............................................................12
Starting the engine..............................................................................12
Cold start.............................................................................................12
Warm start ..........................................................................................12
Stopping the engine ............................................................................12
Checking the chain brake....................................................................13
Adjusting the carburetor .......................................................................13
MAINTENANCE
Sharpening the saw chain...................................................................13
Cleaning the guide bar, lubricating the sprocket nose ........................15
Replacing the saw chain .....................................................................15
Replacing the suction head.................................................................15
Cleaning the air filter ...........................................................................15
Replacing the spark plug ....................................................................15
Cleaning the muffler ............................................................................16
Cleaning the cylinder space ................................................................16
Instructions for periodic maintenance .................................................17
Service, spare parts and guarantee ................................................17-18
Trouble shooting ....................................................................................18

Packing

Your MAKITA chain saw will be delivered in a protective cardboard box to
prevent transport damage.
Cardboard is a basic raw material and is consequently reuse-able or suit-
able for recycling (waste paper recycling).
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