2..... mmTable of contents PageSymbols ............................................................................... 2Delivery inventory .............................................................. 3EC Declaration of Conformity ........................................... 3Packing/Disposal ................................................................ 3Intended use ....................................................................... 3General Power Tool Safety Warnings .............................4-5SAFETY PRECAUTIONSGeneral precautions ......................................................... 6Personal protective equipment ........................................ 6Putting into operation ....................................................6-7Working behavior/method of working ............................7-9Kickback .......................................................................... 9Transport and storage .................................................... 10Maintenance .................................................................. 10First aid .......................................................................... 10Technical data ................................................................... 11Denomination of components ......................................... 11PUTTING INTO OPERATIONMounting the guide bar and saw chain .....................12-13Tightening the saw chain ............................................... 13Checking the chain tension ........................................... 14Chain brake, Run-out brake ........................................... 14Saw chain oil ................................................................. 15Refilling the oil tank ....................................................... 16Lubricating the saw chain .............................................. 16Switching on the motor .................................................. 17Checking the chain brake ............................................... 18Testing the run-out brake ............................................... 18Checking the chain lubrication ...................................... 18MAINTENANCESharpening the saw chain ........................................19-20Cleaning the guide bar/lubricating the sprocket nose ...... 20Replacing the saw chain ................................................ 21Inspecting and replacing the carbon brushes ................ 21Trouble shooting ............................................................... 22Instructions for periodic maintenance ........................... 22Service, spare parts and guarantee ............................... 23SymbolsYou 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,highefficiency 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 resultin serious 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!