Makita UC3030A Instruction Manual

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13ASaw chain oilUse a special oil with adhesive addition for lubricating the sawchain and bar. The adhesive addition prevents that the oil iscentrifuged too fast from the sawing device.Do not use mineral oils. In order to protect the invironment theuse of biologically decomposeable oil is prescribed.The saw chain oil sold by MAKITA, called BIOTOP, is madeof special vegetable oils and is biologically decomposeable to100%. BIOTOP has been granted the "blue angel" for beingparticularly favourable to the environment (RAL UZ 48).BIOTOP oil is available in the following packing sizesto suit your individual requirements:1 liter order number 980 008 6105 liters order number 980 008 611Biologically decomposeable oil is stable only for alimited period of time. It should be consumed within years from the date of manufacture (printed on thecontainer).Waste oilnEVEr USE WASTE oILWaste oil is very dangerous for the environment.Waste oil contains high amounts of carcinogenic substances.The residues in the waste oil result in a high degree of wearand tear at the oil pump and the sawing device.In the case of damage caused by using waste oil or unappropriatesaw chain oil the product guarantee will be null and void.Your salesman will inform you about the use of saw chain oil.AVoID SKIn AnD EyE ConTACTSMineral oil products as well as oil degrease the skin. If yourskin repeatedly comes in contact with these substances for alonger period of time, it will desiccate. Various skin deseasesmay result. In addition, allergic reactions are known.Eyes can be irritated by contact with oil. If oil gets into your eyes,immediately wash them with clear water. If your eyes are stillirrritated, go to see a doctor.Important note on bio-degradable chain oilsIf you are not planning to use the saw again for an ex-tended period of time, empty the oil tank and put in asmall amount of regular engine oil (SAE 30), and thenrun the saw for a time. This is necessary to flush out allremaining bio-degradable oil from the oil tank, oil-feedsystem, chain and guide bar, as many such oils tend toleave sticky residues over time, which can cause damageto the oil pump or other parts.The next time you use the saw, fill the tank with BIOTOPchain oil again. In case of damage caused by using wasteoil or unappropriate chain oil the product guarantee willbe null and void.Your salesman will inform you about the use of chainoil.B