Makita DCS4301 User Manual

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Makita DCS4301 Specifications

General

Brand	Makita
Model	DCS4301
Category	Chainsaw
Language	English

Summary

Delivery inventory

Symbols

SAFETY PRECAUTIONS

Intended use

Defines the authorized uses for power chain saws.

General precautions

General safety rules for operating the chain saw.

Protective equipment

Lists required personal protective equipment for safe operation.

Fuels / Refuelling

Putting into operation

Kickback

Working behavior/Method of working

Judging the tree

Factors to consider when felling trees.

Cutting the roots

Technique for cutting roots during felling.

Notching the trunk

Procedure for making the felling notch in a trunk.

Transport and storage

Maintenance

First aid

Technical data

Packing

Denomination of components

PUTTING INTO OPERATION

Only for models with fastening nuts on the sprocket guard

Specific instructions for models with fastening nuts.

Mounting the guide bar and saw chain

Step-by-step guide to install the guide bar and chain.

Tightening the saw chain

Checking the chain tension

Retightening the saw chain

Only for the QuickSet guide bar

Mounting the guide bar and saw chain

Step-by-step guide to install the guide bar and chain.

Tensioning the saw chain

Checking the chain tension

Retensioning the saw chain

Only for models with quick tensioner on sprocket guard

Mounting the guide bar and saw chain

Step-by-step guide to install the guide bar and chain.

Tightening the saw chain

Chain brake

Fuel

Fuel mixture

Details on preparing the correct fuel-oil mixture.

The Storage of Fuel

Guidelines for safe and proper fuel storage.

Chain oil

Information on recommended chain oils and their use.

Important note on bio-degradable chain oils

NEVER USE WASTE OIL

AVOID SKIN AND EYE CONTACT

Refuelling

Checking the chain lubrication

Adjusting the chain lubrication

Starting the engine

Cold starting

Steps for starting a cold engine.

Warm starting

Steps for starting a warm engine.

Stopping the engine

How to properly stop the engine.

Checking the chain brake

Working in winter

Adjusting the carburetor

MAINTENANCE

Sharpening the saw chain

Detailed guide on how to sharpen the saw chain.

Files and how to work with them

Cleaning the inside of the sprocket guard

Cleaning the guide bar

Replacing the saw chain

Cleaning the air filter

Replacing the spark plug

Checking the ignition spark

Checking the muffler screws

Replacing the starter cable/Replacing the return spring pack/Replacing the starter spring

Mounting the fan housing

Cleaning the air filter compartment / fan compartment

Cleaning the cylinder fins

Replacing the suction head

Instructions for periodic maintenance

General

Routine checks and cleaning for overall operation.

Before each start

Pre-operation checks for safety and performance.

Every day

Daily maintenance tasks for optimal performance.

Every week

Weekly maintenance checks and cleaning.

Every 3 months

Maintenance tasks required quarterly.

Annually

Annual checks and servicing.

Storage

Procedures for long-term storage.

Service, spare parts and guarantee

Maintenance and repair

Guidelines for qualified maintenance and repair.

Spare parts

Information on using original MAKITA spare parts.

Guarantee

Details about the product guarantee and exclusions.

Trouble shooting

Chain does not run

Troubleshooting steps for when the chain doesn't move.

Engine does not start or only with difficulty

Diagnosing and fixing starting issues.

Warm start difficulties

Solutions for problems starting a warm engine.

Engine starts, but dies immediately

Troubleshooting for engines that stop shortly after starting.

Insufficient power

Identifying causes for reduced engine power.

No chain lubrication

Resolving issues with chain lubrication.

Extract from the spare parts list

Extract from the spare parts list

EU Conformity Declaration