Makita DCS460 Instruction Manual

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2RE YEU Conformity DeclarationThe undersigned, Tomoyasu Kato, as authorized by MAKITACorporation, declare that the MAKITA machines,Type: 178, 179Chain saw EU prototype test certifi cate No.DCS460 (178) 4811004.11010DCS500, 5121 (179) 4811004.11010manufactured by MAKITA Corporation, 3-11-8 Sumiyoshi-Cho,Anjo, Aichi, 446-8502 Japan, conforms to the basic safety andhealth requirements of the applicable EU Directives:EU Machinery Directive 2006/42/EG, EU EMC Directive2004/108/ EG, Outdoor Noise Directive 2000/14/EG.The most important standards applied to properly meet therequirements of the above EU Directive were: EN 11681-1, ENISO 14982, CISPR 12.The conformity assessment procedure 2000/14/EG was perfor-med per Annex V. The measured noise level (L wa ) is 111 dB(A).The guaranteed noise level (L d ) is 112 dB(A).The EU-Type-Examination Certificate was performed by: DEKRATesting and Certification GmbH (2140), Enderstrafle 92 b, D-01277Dresden.The technical documentation is on file at MAKITA InternationalEurope Ltd., Michigan Drive, Tongwell, Milton Keynes, Bucks,MK15 8JD, England.Anjo, 16.12.2011 for MAKITA CorporationTomoyasu KatoManaging DirectorThank you for purchasing a MAKITA product!Congratulations on choosing a MAKITA chain saw! We areconfident that you will be satisfied with this modern piece ofequipment.The DCS460, DCS500 and DCS5121 are very handy and robustchain saws with a new Design.The automatic chain lubrication with variable-flow oil pumpand maintenance-free electronic ignition ensure trouble-freeoperation, while the hand-saving anti-vibration system andergonomic grips and controls make work easier, safer, andless tiring for the user.The Featherlight-Start system lets you start the saw effortlesslywith a spring-loaded starting assist.MAKITA chain saws DCS460, DCS500 and DCS5121 areequipped with the latest safety features and meet all nationaland international standards. These features include: handguards on both handles, grip throttle lever lock, chain catch,safety saw chain, and chain brake. The chain brake can beactuated manually, and is also inertia-actuated automaticallyin case of kickback.The following industrial property rights apply: WO 01/77572, DE10191359, DE 20219246, DE 20300769, US 2003/0152471,TO 2001 A 000338, TO 2004 A 000015, EP 1428637.In order to ensure the proper functioning and performanceof your new chain saw, and to safeguard your own per-sonal safety, it is imperative that you read this instructionmanual thoroughly before operation. Be especially carefulto observe all safety precautions! Failure to observe theseprecautions can lead to severe injury or death!PackingYour MAKITA chain saw comes delivered in a protective card-board box to protect against shipping damage.Cardboard is a basic raw material and is consequently reuseableor suitable for recycling (waste paper recycling).Table of contents PageEU conformity declaration ................................................. 2Packing ................................................................................ 2Delivery inventory .............................................................. 3Symbols ............................................................................... 3SAFETY PRECAUTIONSGeneral precautions ....................................................... 4Protective equipment ...................................................... 4Fuels / Refuelling ............................................................ 5Putting into operation ...................................................... 5Kickback ......................................................................... 6Working behavior/Method of working ...........................6-7Transport and storage ..................................................... 8Maintenance ................................................................... 8First aid ........................................................................... 8Technical data ..................................................................... 9Denomination of components ........................................... 9PUTTING INTO OPERATIONMounting the guide bar and saw chain .................... 10-11Tightening the saw chain .............................................. 11Checking the chain tension ........................................... 12Retightening the saw chain ........................................... 12Chain brake .................................................................. 12Fuels ........................................................................13-14Refuelling ...................................................................... 14Checking the chain lubrication ...................................... 15Adjusting the chain lubrication ...................................... 15Starting the engine ........................................................ 16Cold start ....................................................................... 16Warm start .................................................................... 16Stopping the engine ...................................................... 16Checking the chain brake ............................................. 16Working in winter ............................................................ 17Adjusting the carburetor................................................... 18MAINTENANCESharpening the saw chain .......................................19-20Cleaning the brake band and sprocket interior ............. 21Cleaning the guide bar ................................................. 21Replacing the saw chain ............................................... 22Cleaning the air filter .................................................... 23Replacing the spark plug .............................................. 24Checking the ignition spark ........................................... 24Checking the muffler screws ......................................... 24Replacing the starter cable/Replacing the return spring/Replacing the Featherlight-Start spring ....................... 25Mounting the fan housing ............................................. 25Cleaning the cylinder area ............................................ 26Replacing the suction head .......................................... 26Replacing/cleaning the spark arrester screen ............... 26Instructions for periodic maintenance ........................... 27Service, spare parts and guarantee ................................ 28Troubleshooting ............................................................... 29Extract from spare parts list ......................................30-31Accessories ............................................................. 30-31