..... mmTable of contents PageSymbols .............................................................................. Delivery inventory .............................................................. 3EU conformity declaration ................................................. 3Packing/Disposal ................................................................ 3Intended use ....................................................................... 3SAfETy PrECAUTIonSGeneral precautions ........................................................ 4Personal protective equipment ....................................... 4Putting into operation ....................................................4-5Working behavior/method of working............................5-7Kickback .......................................................................... 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 ........................................... 1Chain brake, Run-out brake .......................................... 1Saw chain oil ................................................................. 13Refilling the oil tank ....................................................... 14Lubricating the saw chain ............................................. 14Switching on the motor ................................................. 15Checking the chain brake .............................................. 16Checking the run-out brake .......................................... 16Checking the chain lubrication ...................................... 16MAInTEnAnCESharpening the saw chain .......................................17-18Cleaning the guide bar/lubricating the sprocket nose ..... 18Replacing the saw chain ............................................... 19Inspecting and replacing the carbon brushes ............... 19Trouble shooting .............................................................. 0Instructions for periodic maintenance ........................... 0Service, spare parts and guarantee ................................ 1Extract of spare parts list ...........................................-3Accessories .............................................................-3SymbolsYou will notice the following symbols on the chain saw and inthe instruction manual:Thank you for your trust in our productWe congratulate you on your new MAKITA electric chain saw.We are convinced that you will be satisfied with this modernmachine.MAKITA electric chain saws are characterized by their robust,high-efficiency motors and high chain velocities which allow anexcellent cutting efficiency. They are equipped with numerousstate-of-the-art safety devices, are light, handy and can be put intooperation immediately wherever electric power is provided.In order to guarantee the optimal function and performance ofyour electric chain saw and to ensure your personal safety wewould request you to perform the following:read this instruction manual carefully before putting theelectric chain saw into operation for the first time and strictlyobserve the safety regulations. failure to do so can result inserious injury to the operator and/or bystanders.Maximum permissible cut lengthWear protective gloves!Protect against moisture!Direction of chain travelDouble protective insulationSaw chain oilfirst aidrecyclingCE-Markingread instruction manual and followthe warnings- and safety precautions!Particular care and attention!Wear protective helmet,eye and ear protection!Pull out the power supply plug!Pull out the power supply plugif the cable is damaged!Chain brake releasedChain brake actuatedKickback!forbidden!