User manual MAKITA ES38A

[. . . ] Kickback may cause severe or fatal injury and is one of many potential dangers in operating a chain saw. Kickback and other safety related precautions are described in detail within this owners manual. Society of Automotive Engineers SAEJ 335-Jun 95 , , Multiposition small engine exhaust system fire ignition suppression" With the purchase of this chain saw you have chosen a German quality product. Important instructions for the assembly and operation of this saw are given in this manual. [. . . ] Be extremely careful with partially fallen trees which are poorly supported. When the tree hangs or for some other reason does not fall completely, set the saw aside and pull the tree down with a cable winch, block and tackle or tractor. Timber having a diameter more than twice the length of the guide bar requires the use of the plunge-cut method before making the felling cut. Begin the plunge cut by applying the lower portion of the guide bar nose to the tree at an angle (fig. Cut until depth of the kerf is about the same as the width of the guide bar (fig. Next, align the saw in the direction in which the With the saw at full throttle, insert the guide bar in the trunk (fig. Felling a tree that has a diameter greater than the length of the guide bar requires use of either the sectioning or plunge-cut method. These methods are extremely dangerous because they involve the use of the nose of the guide bar and can result in kickback. 24) make the first cut with the guide bar fanning in toward the hinge. Then, using the bumper spike as a pivot, reposition the saw for the next cut. When repositioning for the next cut, keep the guide bar fully engaged in the kerf to keep the felling cut straight. "Low-kickback saw chain is a chain which has met the kickback performance requirements of ANSI B 175. 11991 (American National Standard for Power ToolsGasoline-Powered Chain Saws-Safety Requirements) when tested on the representative sample of chain saws below 3. The approved bar and chain combinations are low kickback chains according to ANSI B 175. The chain saw DCS 34 has been approved with following guide bar and chain combinations: Drive link gauge . WARNING Do not use other replacement bars and chains unless they have been designated as meeting the ANSI B 175. 3-96 (for Canada) kickback performance requirements on that specific powerhead, or has been designated as "low kickback" saw chain in accordance with the ANSI B 175. "There may be other replacement bar and chain combinations available that also reduces the risk of injury from kickback". Before doing any work on the guide bar or chain, always switch off the engine and pull the plug cap off the spark plug (see "Replacing the spark plug"). Start the chain saw only after having assembled it completely and inspected!Use the universal wrench delivered with the chain saw for the following work. Put the chain saw on a stable surface and carry out the following steps for mounting the guide bar and chain: Release the chain brake by pulling the hand guard (1) in direction of arrow. [. . . ] In case of damage, have repaired by a qualified service center immediately Inspect for damage, clean if clogged Inspect for damage and sharpness Check chain tension Check for damage Functional check Functional check Functional check Check for tightness Clean Check for damage, clean oil intake bore Clean, in particular the oil guide groove Check (chain must not run) Clean to ensure proper air cooling Check and replace if necessary Check tightness of mounting Check Replace Clean Check at an authorized service centre Clean exterior, check for damage. In case of damage, have repaired by a qualified service center immediately Demount, clean and oil slightly Clean the guide groove of the guide bar Empty and clean Run empty Every 3 months The maintenance and repair of modern engines as well as all safety devices require qualified technical training and a special workshop equipped with special tools and testing devices. We therefore recommend that you consult a MAKITA service center for all work not described in this instruction manual. The MAKITA service centers have all the necessary equipment and skilled and experienced personnel, who can work out cost-effective solutions and advise you in all matters. [. . . ]