Makita UC3030A Owner's And Safety Manual

Also see for UC3030A: Spare parts list Instruction manual Instruction manual Instruction manual Instruction manual

Contents

Makita UC3030A Owner's And Safety Manual Manual pdf 2 page image

2The MAKITA electric chain saw will be delivered in a protec-tivecardboard box to prevent transport damages.Cardboard is a basic raw material and is therefore conse-quentlyreuseable or suitable for recycling (waste paper recycling).PackingThank 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 and understand this instruction- and safety man-ual carefully before putting the electric chain saw intooperation for the first time. Strictly observe the warningsand safety regulations! Failure to do so can result in seri-ous injury to the operator and/or bystanders!This electrically powered saw is classified by CSA as a Class2C saw. It is intended for infrequent use by homeowners,cottagers, and campers, and for such general applicationsas clearing, pruning, cutting firewood, etc. It is not intendedfor prolonged use. Prolonged periods of operation can causecirculatory problems in the use‘s hands due to vibration.For such use, it may be appropriate to use a saw havingan anti-vibration feature.Table of contents PagePacking ................................................................................ 2Delivery inventory .............................................................. 3Symbols .............................................................................. 3SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS ................................................4-6Use of extension cord ...................................................... 6Chain saw nomenclature ................................................... 7PUTTING INTO OPERATIONMounting the guide bar and saw chain ........................8-9Tightening the saw chain ................................................ 9Checking the chain tension ........................................... 10Chain brake ................................................................... 10Saw chain oil ................................................................. 11Refilling the oil tank ....................................................... 12Lubricating the saw chain ............................................. 12Plug in the saw ............................................................. 13Switching on the motor ................................................. 13Checking the chain brake .............................................. 14Testing the run-out brake .............................................. 14Checking the chain lubrication ...................................... 14Felling a tree ................................................................15-16MAINTENANCESharpening the saw chain .......................................17-18Cleaning the guide bar/lubricating the sprocket nose ..... 18Replacing the saw chain ............................................... 19Inspecting and replacing the carbon brushes ............... 19Trouble shooting ............................................................... 20Instructions for periodic maintenance ........................... 20Service, spare parts and guarantee ................................ 21Technical data ................................................................... 22Extract of spare parts list ................................................ 23Accessories .................................................................. 23