Makita DCS430 Instruction Manual

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22Service, spare parts and guaranteeMaintenance and repairThe maintenance and repair of modern engines as well as all safety devices require qualified technical training and a special work-shop equipped with special tools and testing devices.We therefore recommend that you consult a MAKITA service centre for all work not described in this instruction manual.The MAKITA service centres have all the necessary equipment and skilled and experienced personnel, who can work out cost-effectivesolutions and advise you in all matters.To find your local distributor, please visit www.makita-outdoor.comInstructions for periodic maintenanceTo ensure long life, prevent damage and ensure the full functioning of the safety features the following maintenance must be per-formed regularly. Guarantee claims can be recognized only if this work is performed regularly and properly. Failure to perform theprescribed 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 mustbe carried out by a MAKITA service centre.PageGeneral Chain saw Clean exterior, check for damage. In case of damage,have repaired by a qualified service centre immediatelySaw chain Sharpen regulary, replace in good time 17-18Chain brake Have inspected regularly at an authorized service centreGuide bar Turn over to ensure even wear of bearing surfacesReplace in good time 11Before each start Saw chain Inspect for damage and sharpness 17Check chain tension 11Guide bar Check for damageChain lubrication Functional check 15Chain brake Functional check 15OFF switch,Safety locking button,Throttle lever Functional check 14Fuel/oil tankcap Check for tightnessEvery day Air filter, prefilter Clean 20Guide bar Check for damage, clean oil intake bore 13Guide bar support Clean, in particular the oil guide groove 13, 19Idle speed Check (chain must not run) 15Every week Fan housing Clean to ensure proper air cooling 9, 21Starter cable Check for damage 21Carburetor interior Clean (remove filter cover for access) 20Chain brake Clean the brake band (sawdust, oil) 19Spark plug Check and replace if necessary 20Muffler Check tightness of mounting 9Chain guide Check 9Screws and nuts Check their condition and that they are firmly secured.Every 3 months Suction head Replace 19Fuel, oil tanks CleanAnnually Chain saw Check at an authorized service centreStorage Chain saw Clean exterior, check for damage. In case of damage,have repaired by a qualified service centre immediatelyGuide bar/chain Demount, clean and oil slightlyClean the guide groove of the guide bar 18Fuel, oil tanks Empty and cleanCarburetor Run empty