Transport And Storage; Maintenance - Makita DCS232T Instruction Manual

- The saw must be running whenever you remove the chain saw from the wood.
- When performing several cuts the throttle lever must be released in between.
- Be careful when cutting splintery wood. Cut pieces of wood may be pulled along (risk of injuries).
- When cutting with the upper edge of the guide bar, the chain saw may be pushed in the direction of the user if the
chain gets clamped. For this reason use the lower edge of the bar whenever possible. The chain saw will then be
pushed away from you (15).
- If the timber is under tension (16), first cut the pressure side (A). Then the crosscut can be performed on the ten-
sion side (B). Thus clamping of the guide bar can be avoided.
CAUTION:
People felling trees or cutting of branches must be specially trained. High risk of injuries!
- When cutting of branches, the chain saw should be supported on the trunk. Do not use the end of the bar for cut-
ting (risk of kickback).
- Be aware of branches under tension. Do not cut free branches from below.
- Never perform detensioning cuts while standing on the trunk.
- Before cutting down a tree ensure that
a) only those people are within the working area which are actually involved in cutting down the tree.
b) every worker involved can withdraw without stumbling (the people should withdraw backwards in a diagonal
line, i. e. at a degree of 45°).
c) the bottom part of the trunk is free from foreign objects, underbrush and branches. Make sure to have a safe
footing (risk of stumbling).
d) the next working place is at least 2 1/2 tree lengths away (17). Before cutting down the tree check the direction
of fall and make sure that there are neither people nor objects within a distance of 2 1/2 tree lengths.
- Judging the tree:
Direction of hanging - loose or dry branches - height of the tree - natural overhang - is the tree rotten?
- Take into account the direction and speed of the wind. If strong gusts are occurring, do not do any felling. Avoid
sawdust (pay attention to the direction the wind is blowing)!
- Cutting the roots:
Start with the strongest root. First do the vertical and then the horizontal cut.
- Notching the trunk (18, A):
The notch determines the direction of fall and guides the tree. The trunk is notched perpendicular to the direction
of fall and penetrates 1/3 – 1/5 of the trunk diameter. Perform the cut near the ground.
- When correcting the cut, always do so over the whole width of the notch.
- Cut down the tree (19, B) above the bottom edge of the notch (D). The cut must be exactly horizontal. The dis-
tance between both cuts must be approx. 1/10 of the trunk diameter.
- The material between both cuts (C) serves as a hinge. Never cut it through, otherwise the tree will fall without
any control. Insert felling wedges in time.
- Secure the cut only with wedges made of plastic or aluminium. Do not use iron wedges. If the saw hits an iron
wedge the chain can be seriously damaged or torn.
- When cutting down a tree always stay sidewards of the falling tree.
- When withdrawing after having performed the cut, be alert for falling branches.
- When working on sloping ground the user of the chain saw must stay above or sidewards of the trunk to be cut or
the tree already cut down.
- Be alert for trunks which may roll towards you.

Transport and storage

- When changing your location during work switch off the chain saw and actuate the chain brake in order to prevent
an inadvertent start of the chain.
- Never carry or transport the chain saw with the chain running.
- When transporting the chain saw over long distances the guide bar protection cover (delivered with the chain
saw) must be applied.
- Carry the chain saw with the tubular handle. The guide bar points backwards (20). Avoid coming in contact with
the muffler (danger of burns).
- Ensure safe positioning of the chain saw during car transportation to avoid fuel or chain oil leakage.
- Store the chain saw safely in a dry place. It must not be stored outdoors. Keep the chain saw away from children.
- Before storing the chain saw over a long period of time or shipping it the fuel and oil tanks must be completely
emptied.

Maintenance

- Before performing maintenance work switch off the chain saw (21) and pull out the plug cap.
- Before starting work always check the operating safety of the chain saw, in particular the function of the chain
brake. Make sure the saw chain is properly sharpened and tensioned (22).
- Operate the chain saw only at a low noise and emission level. For this ensure the carburetor is adjusted correctly.
- Regularly clean the chain saw.
- Regularly check the tank cap for tightness.
Observe the accident prevention instructions issued by trade associations and insurance companies. Do
not perform any modifications on the chain saw. You will put your safety at risk.
Perform only the maintenance and repair works described in the instruction manual. All other work must be carried
out by MAKITA Service.
Use only original MAKITA spare parts and accessories.
Using spare parts other than original MAKITA parts or accessories and guide bar/chain combinations or lengths
which are not approved bring a high risk of accidents. We cannot accept any responsibility for accidents and dam-
age resulting from using sawing devices or accesories which have not been approved.
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