Makita DCS34, Instruction Manual

Page: 23 / 28

3
Instructions for periodic maintenance
To ensure long life, prevent damage and ensure the full functioning of the safety features the following maintenance must be performed
regularly. Guarantee claims can be recognized only if this work is performed regularly and properly. Failure to perform the prescribed
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 must
be carried out by a MAKITA service centre.
Page
General Chain saw Clean exterior, check for damage. In case of damage,
have repaired by a qualified service centre immediately
Saw chain Sharpen regulary, replace in good time 8-9
Chain brake Have inspected regularly at an authorized service centre
Guide bar Turn over to ensure even wear of bearing surfaces
Replace in good time , 0
Starter cable Check for damage. In case of damage,
have repaired by a qualified service centre immediately
Before each start Saw chain Inspect for damage and sharpness 8-9
Check chain tension
Guide bar Check for damage
Chain lubrication Functional check 5
Chain brake Functional check 7
Combination switch,
Safety locking button,
Throttle lever Functional check 6
Fuel/oil tank cap Check for tightness
Every day Air filter Clean 21
Guide bar Check for damage, clean oil intake bore 0
Guide bar support Clean, in particular the oil guide groove 5, 0
Idle speed Check (chain must not run) 7
Every week Fan housing Clean to ensure proper air cooling 9
Spark plug Check and replace if necessary
Muffler Check tightness of mounting 9
Chain catch Check
Screws and nuts Check their condition and that they are firmly secured.
Every 3 months Suction head Replace
Fuel, oil tanks Clean
Annually Chain saw Check at an authorized service centre
Storage Chain saw Clean exterior, check for damage. In case of damage,
have repaired by a qualified service centre immediately
Chain, guide bar Demount, clean and oil slightly
Clean the guide groove of the guide bar 0
Fuel, oil tanks Empty and clean
Carburetor Run empty
Service, spare parts and guarantee
Maintenance and repair
The maintenance and repair of modern engines as well as all safety devices require qualified technical training and a special work-
shop equipped with special tools and testing devices.
We therefore recommend that you consult a MAKITA service centre for all work not described in this instruction manual. The MAKITA
service centres have all the necessary equipment and skilled and experienced personnel, who can work out cost-effective solutions
and advise you in all matters.
To find your local distributor, please visit www.makita-outdoor.com