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Replacing carbon brushes
► Fig.37: 1. Limit mark
Remove and check the carbon brushes regularly.
Replace when they wear down to the limit mark. Keep
the carbon brushes clean and free to slip in the holders.
Both carbon brushes should be replaced at the same
time. Use only identical carbon brushes.
► Fig.38: 1. Brush holder cap 2. Screwdriver
Use a screwdriver to remove the brush holder caps.
Take out the worn carbon brushes, insert the new ones
and secure the brush holder caps.
Storing tool
Clean the tool before storing. Remove any chips and
sawdust from the tool after removing the sprocket cover.
After cleaning the tool, run it under no load to lubricate
the saw chain and guide bar.
Cover the guide bar with the guide bar cover.
Remove oil from the oil tank to empty it and place the
chain saw.
To maintain product SAFETY and RELIABILITY, repairs,
any other maintenance or adjustment should be per-
formed by Makita Authorized Service Centers, always
using Makita replacement parts.
Instructions for periodic maintenance
To ensure long life, prevent damage and ensure the full functioning of the safety features the following maintenance
must be performed regularly.
Warranty claims can be recognized only if this work is performed regularly and properly. Failure to perform the pre-
scribed maintenance work can lead to accidents!
The user of the chain saw must not perform maintenance work which is not described in the instruction manual. All
such work must be carried out by authorized service centre.
Remove from the chain
saw.
Guide bar
Chain brake
Chain lubrication
Switch trigger
Lock-off button
Oil tank cap
Chain catcher
Screws and nuts
Chain saw
Saw chain
Before
storage
Annually
Every 3
month
Every
week
Everyday
Before
operation
Item
Operating
time
Inspection.
Cleaning.
Check at authorized service
center.
Inspection.
Inspection.
Inspection.
Inspection.
Inspection.
Inspection.
Sharpening if necessary.
Check the function.
Have it inspected regularly
at authorized service center.
Check the oil feed rate.
Check tightness.
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