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Instruction Manual

Original Instruction Manual

Important: 

Read this instruction manual carefully before putting the chain saw into operation and strictly observe the 

safety regulations!

Keep this instruction manual!

DCS460
DCS500
DCS5121

Summary of Contents for DCS460

Page 1: ...l Original Instruction Manual Important Read this instruction manual carefully before putting the chain saw into operation and strictly observe the safety regulations Keep this instruction manual DCS4...

Page 2: ...ke can be actuated manually and is also inertia actuated automatically in case of kickback The following industrial property rights apply WO 01 77572 DE 10191359 DE 20219246 DE 20300769 US 2003 015247...

Page 3: ...You will notice the following symbols on the saw and in the Instruction Manual Caution kickback Chain brake Fuel and oil mixture Normal Winter operation Carburetor adjustment Chain oil ll oil pump Sa...

Page 4: ...mly and carefully The user has to accept liability for others Never use the chain saw after having consumed alcohol drugs or medication A re extinguisher must be available in the immediate vicinity wh...

Page 5: ...nction of the chain brake the correct mounting of the guide bar the correct sharpening and tighten ing of the chain the rm mounting of the sprocket guard the easy motion of the throttle lever and the...

Page 6: ...leaning too far over Guide the chain saw in such a way that no part of your body is within the elongated swivelling range of the saw 12 Use the chain saw for sawing wood only Avoid touching the ground...

Page 7: ...17 Before cutting down the tree check the direction of fall and make sure that there are neither people nor objects within a distance of 2 1 2 tree lengths Judging the tree Direction of hanging loose...

Page 8: ...ion level For this ensure the carburetor is adjusted correctly Regularly clean the chain saw Regularly check the tank cap for tightness Observe the accident prevention instructions issued by trade ass...

Page 9: ...manually or in case of kickback Chain speed 3 m s 325 25 6 3 8 29 6 Sprocket pitch inch 325 oder 3 8 Number of teeth Z 7 Chain type see the Extract from the spare parts list Pitch gauge inch 325 0 050...

Page 10: ...vered with the chain saw for the following work Put the chain saw on a stable surface and carry out the following steps for mounting the guide bar and saw chain Release the chain brake by pulling the...

Page 11: ...ng the top of the chain must point in the direction of the arrow Tightening the saw chain Turn the chain tensioning screw 4 to the right clockwise until the saw chain catches in the groove on the lowe...

Page 12: ...er gency IMPORTANT NEVER run the saw with the chain brake acti vated except for testing see Testing chain brake Doing so can very quickly cause extensive engine damage ALWAYS release the chain brake b...

Page 13: ...re lling it into the chain saw tank It is not wise to add more engine oil than speci ed to ensure safe operation This will only result in a higher production of combus tion residues which will pollute...

Page 14: ...the oil tank oil feed system chain and guide bar as many such oils tend to leave sticky residues over time which can cause damage to the oil pump or other parts The next time you use the saw ll the ta...

Page 15: ...not constitute a defect Place the saw on a suitable surface To ensure troublefree operation of the oil pump the oil guide groove at the crank case 2 and the oil inlet bore in the guide bar 3 must be...

Page 16: ...out 50 cm 20 out and let it back in slowly by hand Move the combination switch 1 to the central ON position Pull the starter cable again quickly and rmly As soon as the engine is running grasp the rea...

Page 17: ...nscreen whichpreventssnowfromgetting in It is available as an accessory part no 957 173 250 Symbol on top when inserted Normal operation Symbol on top when inserted Winter operation D Checking the cha...

Page 18: ...ssembly and testing of the saw Idle speed adjustment must only be undertaken when the engine is warm with a clean air lter and properly in stalled guide bar and chain Use a screwdriver 4 mm blade for...

Page 19: ...right when sawing This is caused by uneven sharpening of the chain Important Sharpen frequently but without removing too much metal Generally 2 or 3 strokes of the le will be enough Have the chain re...

Page 20: ...tter is then the standerd for all other cutters of the chain New saw teeth must be led to the exact same shape as the used teeth including on their running surfaces File depending on chain type 90 or...

Page 21: ...il pin 3 of the chain tensioner is underneath the threaded pin 4 Remove the chain 5 and guide bar 6 NOTE Make sure there are no residues or foreign matter remaining in the oil guide groove 7 or on the...

Page 22: ...worn out so it should be replaced at least at every second chain replace ment To distribute the chain oil evenly run a new chain at half throttle for a few minutes before use New chains stretch so ch...

Page 23: ...e washed in lukewarm water with regular dishwashing detergent Note that the eece lter does not need to be cleaned until there is a noticeable loss of power If cleaning the lter does not bring an impro...

Page 24: ...laced in case of damage to the insulator electrode erosion burn or if the electrodes are very dirty or oily Remove the lter cover see Cleaning the air lter Pull the plug cap 7 off the spark plug Use o...

Page 25: ...pring will wind the cable around the drum Repeat the procedure once The starter grip should now stand straight up on the fan housing NOTE With the cable pulled all the way out it must still be possibl...

Page 26: ...einjury alwaysweareyeprotection when cleaning the lter with compressed air The entire area 14 can now be brushed clean or cleaned with compressed air A bottle brush can come in handy for cleaning out...

Page 27: ...lean to maintain good cooling air ow 26 Spark plug Check and replace if necessary 24 Muf er Check tightness of mounting Check screws 9 24 Spark arrester screen Clean and replace if necessary 26 Chain...

Page 28: ...will automatically invalidate the MAKITA product guarantee Guarantee MAKITA guarantees the highest quality and will therefore reimburse all costs for repair by replacement of damaged parts resulting...

Page 29: ...ings defective Outside Spark plug does not seal Mechanical Starter does not engage Spring in starter broken broken parts malfunction inside the engine Warm start dif culties Carburetor Fuel tank is ll...

Page 30: ...2 25 21 20 5 1 2 3 14 16 4 15 17 18 19 8 7 6 22 10 11 9 12 13 Extract from the spare parts list Use only original MAKITA parts For repairs and replacement of other parts see your MAKITA service centre...

Page 31: ...for 38 cm 523 093 664 1 Saw chain 3 8 for 45 cm 523 093 672 1 Saw chain 3 8 for 53 cm 3 952 010 630 1 Chain protector for 33 38 cm 952 020 640 1 Chain protector for 45 cm 952 020 650 1 Chain protecto...

Page 32: ...nd your local distributor please visit www makita outdoor com Form 995 705 302 2012 06 GB Speci cations subject to change without notice MAKITA Corporation 3 11 8 Sumiyoshi Cho Anjo Aichi 446 8502 Jap...

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