What to do if Makita Chainsaw chain does not stop when the chain brake is engaged?
If the chain on your Makita Chainsaw does not stop even when the chain brake is engaged, it indicates that the brake band is worn down. Stop using the tool immediately.
The tool is intended for cutting lumbers and logs.
Connect to a power supply of the same voltage as indicated on the nameplate.
Keep work area clean and well lit. Do not operate in explosive atmospheres. Keep children and bystanders away.
Ensure plugs match outlets. Avoid body contact with earthed surfaces. Do not expose to rain or wet conditions.
Stay alert. Use personal protective equipment. Prevent unintentional starting. Remove adjusting keys.
Do not force the tool. Use the correct tool. Do not use if switch is faulty. Disconnect power before adjustments.
Ensure the saw chain is not contacting anything before starting. Avoid entanglement of clothing or body.
Always hold with right hand on rear handle, left hand on front. Reversed configuration increases injury risk.
Hold by insulated gripping surfaces only. Saw chains contacting live wires can make parts live.
Further protective equipment for head, hands, legs, feet is recommended. Reduces injury from debris or contact.
Operation in a tree may result in personal injury.
Slippery or unstable surfaces may cause loss of balance or control.
Tensioned limbs may spring back, striking operator or throwing saw out of control.
Slender material may catch the saw chain and whip towards you or pull you off balance.
Carry by front handle, chain off, away from body. Fit guide bar cover for transport/storage.
Improper tensioning or lubrication may cause chain breakage or kickback.
Greasy, oily handles are slippery, causing loss of control.
Do not use for plastic, masonry, or non-wood materials. Use for intended purposes only.
Kickback may occur when tip touches object or wood pinches chain. Maintain firm grip, use proper footing.
Occurs when tip contacts object or wood pinches chain. Causes deflection towards operator.
Never begin cut with tip. Start cut with chain running. Sharpen chain correctly. Observe bar tip. Use trestle.
Familiarize yourself with operation. Arrange for instruction or practice cutting round timber.
Must not be used by children or young persons under 18. Exemptions for training under supervision.
Requires high concentration. Do not work if not feeling fit. Work calmly and carefully.
Operating under the influence can lead to serious personal injury.
Do not use for cutting plastic or porous concrete.
Do not use for trimming hedges or similar purposes.
Cable does not provide mobility/safety for felling/limbing standing timber.
The chain saw is not intended for commercial use.
Avoid overloading the chain saw during operation.
Clothing must not obstruct mobility.
Includes safety helmet, face mask/goggles, ear protection, gloves, trousers, dungarees, safety shoes.
Electric motor is not waterproof. Risk of electric shock.
Ensure voltage matches rating plate. Use RCD with operating current no higher than 30 mA.
Check chain brake, run-down brake, bar/sprocket cover fit, chain tension, cable condition.
Ensure cord is intended for open-air use and rated accordingly. Wind cable reels completely off.
Position cord so it will not be caught on branches during cutting.
Motor generates sparks, presenting a risk of explosion.
Be aware of obstacles, slippery surfaces, and sloping ground hazards.
Helps prevent unintended tip contact and enables better control.
Firm grip with thumbs. Bar/chain must not contact objects when switched on.
Sand, stones, nails, wire damage bar/chain and cause kickback.
Do not cut into fence, as saw may kick back.
Avoid cutting into the ground.
Do not cut pieces of wood in bunches or stacks.
Can become entangled, causing loss of balance.
Use a trestle for cutting sawn timber.
Do not use the saw to prise off or brush away pieces of wood.
Position body to avoid contact with the saw chain's path.
Prevents unintentional chain operation. Carry by front handle, finger off switch.
Leave saw where it cannot present a hazard.
Do not use if safety features are not working properly.
Brings saw chain to standstill within fraction of second. Activated by hand guard.
Brings saw chain to immediate stop when ON/OFF switch is released. Prevents chain running on.
Protect user against injury from thrown wood pieces or broken saw chain.
Prevents chain saw from being switched on accidentally.
Protects user against injury should chain jump or break.
Withdraw plug, fit guide bar cover. Carry by front handle with bar pointing backwards.
Keep in secure, dry, locked room out of reach of children. Do not store outdoors.
Always withdraw plug before carrying out adjustments or maintenance.
Check power cable regularly for damage to the insulation.
Clean the chain saw regularly.
Always work within shouting distance of a second person.
Always keep a first-aid box to hand. Replace items taken from it.
State accident location, what happened, number injured, injuries, and reporter.
Always be sure that the tool is switched off and unplugged before carrying out any work on the tool.
Follow steps for nut models or lever models to remove/install the sprocket cover.
Always wear gloves when installing or removing the saw chain.
Loosen cover lightly, lift guide bar tip, turn adjusting screw/dial to adjust tension.
Gap between bar and tie strap should be approx. 2-4 mm. Tighten sprocket cover after adjusting.
Excessive tension causes breakage, wear, or breakage of adjusting dial. Loose chain can jump off.
Carry out the procedure in a clean place free from sawdust and the like.
Make sure that the extension cord is unplugged to the mains outlet.
Attach cord hook about 100-200 mm from connector to prevent unintentional disconnection.
Hold firmly with right hand on rear handle and left hand on front handle during operation.
Ensure switch trigger actuates properly and returns to 'OFF' position when released.
Depress lock-off button to start tool. Release trigger to stop. Do not pull trigger hard without button.
Always be sure that the tool is switched off and unplugged before lubricating the saw chain.
Use oil with adhesion agent. Mineral oils are harmful to the environment.
Contact with eyes causes irritation. Flush immediately with water and consult doctor.
Waste oil contains carcinogens, causes wear, and is harmful to environment.
Add oil up to the bottom edge of the filler neck for proper oil delivery.
Withdraw plug and wear gloves. Check tension frequently as new chains elongate.
Check trigger actuates properly and returns to 'OFF'. Depress lock-off button before pulling trigger.
Pull hand guard backwards firmly until it engages to release brake.
Hold saw with both hands, start, press guard forward. Chain must stop immediately.
Do not use the saw if chain does not stop immediately. Consult Makita authorized service centers.
Switch on saw, release trigger. Chain must stop within one second.
Do not use the saw if chain does not stop immediately. Consult Makita authorized service centers.
The oil level can be seen in the oil level sight.
Start saw, hold chain 15cm above trunk. Light oil trace indicates adequate lubrication.
Lifespan of chain will be reduced. Clean oil feed groove and hole.
You can adjust the oil pump feed rate with the adjusting screw.
Firmly hold the tool by both front handle and rear handle during operations.
Otherwise, cut fragments may cause personal injury.
Rest spike bumper on wood. Saw into wood, raise rear handle, use front for guide.
If upper edge of bar is used, chain may deflect if trapped. Cut with lower edge.
Make final cut on tension side to prevent bar from becoming trapped.
Hazard presented by risk of kickback. Support saw on trunk if possible. Do not cut with tip.
Do not cut unsupported branches from below. Do not stand on felled trunk.
May only be carried out by persons with special training. Kickback presents injury risk.
Carry out cut carefully as possible, as spike bumper cannot be used.
Work is hazardous. Observe local regulations. Ensure clear escape path.
Always be sure that the tool is switched off and unplugged before performing inspection or maintenance.
Always wear gloves when performing any inspection or maintenance.
Discoloration, deformation or cracks may result.
Clean saw regularly. Handles must be kept free of oil.
Inspect housing parts. If damaged, have them repaired immediately.
Always withdraw mains plug and wear safety gloves when working on the saw chain.
Differences in angle cause rough running, uneven wear, and chain breaks.
Use chain gauge tool to check depth gauge height.
Use a special flat file to remove projecting material. Round off front of depth gauge.
Sharpen when mealy sawdust is produced, cutting is difficult, edge is damaged, or saw pulls.
Two or three strokes with file are sufficient for routine resharpening.
All cutter length must be equal. Differing lengths cause rough running and breakage.
Do not sharpen once minimum cutter length of 3 mm is reached. Fit new chain.
Chip thickness determined by distance between depth gauge and cutting edge.
Follow distance between cutting edge and depth gauge for best results.
Normal round files are not suitable. Use 4.0 mm file for 91PX chain.
File should only engage cutter on forward stroke. Lift file off on return stroke.
Length of shortest cutter becomes standard for all other cutters.
Use file holder for easier guiding and correct sharpening angle.
Clean the oil guide groove and the oil feed hole in the bar at regular intervals.
This ensures even wear of chain, sprocket and bar running surfaces.
This ensures the bar groove wears evenly.
Only use chains and bars which are approved for this model of saw.
A worn sprocket damages a new saw chain. Have sprocket replaced.
Always fit a new locking ring when replacing the sprocket.
Subject to wear. Must be inspected regularly by authorized service centers.
Replace when worn to limit mark. Keep clean and free to slip. Replace both at same time.
Remove caps, insert new brushes, secure caps. Break in new brushes for 10 minutes.
Adhesive quality develops, causing damage. Use engine oil for long-term storage.
Empty tank, fill with engine oil, run briefly to flush. This is normal if oil leaks afterwards.
Store the chain saw on a suitable surface.
Fill up with fresh BIOTOP saw chain oil before returning the chain saw to service.
If problem not in manual, do not dismantle. Ask Makita Authorized Service Centers.
Check power supply. If cable defective or tool malfunction, contact service center.
Release chain brake. If tool malfunction, contact service center.
Carbon brush worn down. Ask local authorized service center for repair.
Fill oil tank, clean groove, adjust oil pump feed rate.
Brake band worn down. Stop using tool and ask local authorized service center.
Adjust guide bar and saw chain tension. If tool malfunction, contact service center.
Use only accessories specified in manual. Use of others may present injury risk.
If you need assistance for more details regarding these accessories, ask your local Makita Service Center.
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