23General work Chain saw Clean the outside and check for damage.In case of any damage have it immediately repaired by aservice centre.Sprocket Replace in time. 18Chain brake Have it regularly checked by a service centre.Before each start Chain Check for damage and sharpness. 16-17Resharpen regularly, replace in time.Check the chain tension. 11Guide bar Check for damage.Chain lubrication Functional check. 13-14Chain brake Functional check. 14ON/OFF switch,Safety locking buttonThrottle lever Functional check. 14Fuel/oil tankplug Check for tightness.Every day Air filter Clean. 20Guide bar Check for damage, clean oil intake bore. 13Turn it over so that the bearing surfaces are equally worn.Replace in time.Guide bar support Clean, in particular the oil guide groove. 13Idling speed Check (chain must not run). 15Every week Fan housing Clean to ensure a perfect cooling air supply.For this the fan housing must be demounted. 19Carburetor interior andcylinder ribs Clean, for this demount cover and protective cover.Chain brake Clean the brake band (sawdust, oil) 17Spark plug Check and replace if necessary. 20Muffler Tighten fastening screws. Clean spark arrester screen 18Vibration damper Check. 21Chain guide Check.Screws and nuts Check their condition and that they are firmly secured.Every 3 months Suction head Replace. 19Fuel/Oil tank Clean.Annually Chain saw Check at an authorized service centreStorage Guide bar/chain Demount, clean and oil slightly.Clean the guide groove of the guide bar. 17Fuel/oil tank Empty and clean.Oil pump Clean.Carburetor Run empty.Service, spare parts and guaranteeMaintenance and repairThe maintenance and repair work of modern engines as well as all safety related assemblies require qualified technical training andthe availability of a workshop equipped with special tools and testing devices.We therefore recommend you to consult a MAKITA service centre for the performance of all work not described in this instructionmanual.The MAKITA service centres are provided with all the necessary equipment and skilled and experienced personnel to work out correctcustomer solutions and to advise you in all matters accordingly.PageInstructions 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.