Makita UC3030A Instruction Manual
Makita UC3030A Instruction Manual

Makita UC3030A Instruction Manual

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Instruction Manual

(Original instructions)
UC3030A
UC3530A
UC4030A
UC4530A
UC3530AP
UC4030AP
Important:
Read this instruction manual carefully before putting the chain saw into operation and strictly observe the safety regulations!
Keep this instruction manual!

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  • Page 1: Instruction Manual

    Instruction Manual (Original instructions) UC3030A UC3530A UC4030A UC4530A UC3530AP UC4030AP Important: Read this instruction manual carefully before putting the chain saw into operation and strictly observe the safety regulations! Keep this instruction manual!
  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Thank you for your trust in our product Page We congratulate you on your new MAKITA electric chain saw. Symbols ................2 We 

 are 

 convinced 

 that 

 you 

 will 

 be 

 satisfied 

 with 

 this 

 modern 

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  • Page 3: Delivery Inventory

    Packing/Disposal For European countries only EC Declaration of Conformity The MAKITA electric chain saw will be delivered in a protective cardboard box to prevent transport damages. We Makita Corporation as the responsible manufacturer declare that the following Makita machine(s):...
  • Page 4: General Power Tool Safety Warnings

    General Power Tool Safety Warnings extraction and collection facilities, ensure these are connected and properly used. Use of dust collection can GEA005-­3 reduce dust-related hazards. WARNING Read all safety warnings and all instructions. Power tool use and care Failure to follow the warnings and instructions may result in electric Do not force the power tool.
  • Page 5 Chain saw safety warnings be controlled by the operator, if proper precautions are taken. Do not let go of the chain saw. Keep all parts of the body away from the saw chain - Do not overreach and do not cut above shoulder when the chain saw is operating.
  • Page 6: Safety Precautions General Precautions

    SAFETY PRECAUTIONS General precautions To ensure correct operation the user has to read this instruction manual to make himself familiar with the charac- teristics 

 o f 

 t he 

 e lectric 

 c hain 

 s aw. 

 U sers 

 i nsufficiently 

 i nformed 

 will risk danger to themselves as well as others due to improper handling.
  • Page 7: Working Behavior/Method Of Working

    Pay attention to the diameter of the extension cable. When using a cable 

 r oll 

 t he 

 c able 

 s hould 

 b e 

 c ompletely 

 w ound 

 o ff. 

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 o nly 

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  • Page 8 Guide the electric chain saw in such a way that no part of your body is within the elongated swiveling range of the saw (11). Use the electric chain saw for sawing wood only. Do not let the chain touch the ground when it is running. If you are cutting wood lying directly on the ground, turn it over before completing the cut so that you do not cut into the ground.
  • Page 9: Kickback

    CAUTION: Do not fell or debranch trees unless you are specially trained for it! There is a high risk of injury! Make sure to follow local regulations. Before cutting down a tree ensure that a) only those persons are within the working range which are actually involved in cutting down the tree b) all persons involved in the felling have an unhindered retreat route (the retreat path should be about 45°...
  • Page 10: Transport And Storage

    MAKITA service. Use only original MAKITA spare parts and accessories. Applying spare parts which are not original MAKITA parts or accesories and bar/chain combinations or lengths results in a high risk of accidents. For accidents and damage resulting from using sawing devices or accesories which have not been approved we cannot accept any responsibility.
  • Page 11: Technical Data

    Technical data UC3530A / UC4030A / UC3030A UC4530A Chain type 91VG/91PX Chain pitch inch 3/8” Length of a cut Max. chain speed 13.3 Sound power level L dB (A) 101.8 WA av per 

 E N 

 6 0745 Sound pressure level L dB (A) 90.8...
  • Page 12: Denomination Of Components

    Denomination of components 1 Tubular handle 2 

 Hand 

 g uard 

 ( release 

 f or 

 c hain 

 b rake) 3 Spike bar 4 Sprocket guard quick tightener 5 Sprocket guard, chain brake 6 Carbon brush cover 7 Back hand guard 8 Guide bar 9 Oil tank cap...
  • Page 13: Putting Into Operation

    PUTTING INTO OPERATION CAUTION: When working on the guide bar or saw chain always wear protective gloves and pull out the power supply plug. CAUTION: Switch on the electric chain saw only after hav- ing assembled it completely and inspected! Mounting the guide bar and saw chain Put the electric chain saw on a stable surface and carry out the following operations for mounting the bar and chain:...
  • Page 14: Tightening The Saw Chain

    Using your left hand, lightly press the guide bar against the holder on the housing and guide the saw chain (9) around the nose sprocket (10) on the guide bar. While doing this, pull the saw chain slightly in the direction shown by the arrow. Line up the hole in the sprocket guard with the threaded pin (11).
  • Page 15: Checking The Chain Tension

    SERVICE wear. Regular inspection and maintenance is important for your personal safety, and can be properly performed only by a MAKITA service centre. Engaging the chain brake (braking) With your left hand, press the handguard (1) towards the tip of the guide bar (arrow 2).
  • Page 16: Saw Chain Oil

    Biologically decomposeable oil is stable only for a The saw chain oil sold by MAKITA, called BIOTOP, is made of limited period of time. It should be consumed within special vegetable oils and is biologically decomposeable to 100%.
  • Page 17: Refilling T He O Il T Ank

    Refilling 

 t he 

 o il 

 t ank Only 

 if 

 the 

 motor 

 is 

 switched 

 off 

 and 

 the 

 power 

 supply 

 plug is pulled out! Thoroughly clean the oil tank around the cap to prevent dirt from entering the tank.
  • Page 18: Switching On The Motor

    

 back 

 out 

 to 

 the 

 “off” 

 position. 

 If 

 it 

 does 

 not, 

 do 

 not under any circumstances connect the saw to a power source - do not plug it in. Take the saw to a MAKITA ser- vice centre before doing any work with it.
  • Page 19: Checking The Chain Brake

    Important: If the saw chain does not stop instantly when you carry out this test, do not under any circumstances use the saw! Take the chain saw to a MAKITA service center. Testing the run-out brake Do 

 n ot 

 w ork 

 w ith 

 t he 

 s aw 

 w ithout 

 fi rst 

 t esting 

 t he 

 r un-­out 

...
  • Page 20: Maintenance Sharpening The Saw Chain

    MAINTENANCE Sharpening the saw chain When working on the saw chain you must always pull out the power supply plug and wear protective gloves. The chain needs sharpening when: the sawdust from sawing humid wood looks like wood flour. the saw chain penetrates the wood only under great pres- sure.
  • Page 21: Cleaning The Guide Bar/Lubricating The Sprocket Nose

    Files and how to work with them -­ 

 Sharpen 

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 a 

 s pecial 

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 w ith 

 a 

 s aw 

 c hain 

 r ound 

 file 

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  • Page 22: Replacing The Saw Chain

    Worn out sprockets (2) may damage the new chain and must therefore be replaced. Do not attempt to replace the sprocket yourself. Sprocket replace- ment requires special training and tools and must be done at a MAKITA service centre. SERVICE Inspecting and replacing the carbon brushes Important: Inspect the carbon brushes at regular intervals! A notch on the brush shows the limit of wear.
  • Page 23: Trouble Shooting

    The user of the electric chain saw is not allowed to perform maintenance works which are not described in the instruction manual. All other works must be carried out by a MAKITA service centre. Page General work Electric 

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  • Page 24: Service, Spare Parts And Guarantee

    To 

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 l ocal 

 d istributor, 

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This manual is also suitable for:

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