30
STOP
7
2
3
1
4
6
5
A
B
Cleaning the brake band and sprocket interior
CAUTION: Before doing any work on the guide bar or
chain, always switch off the engine and pull the plug cap
off the spark plug
(see "Replacing the spark plug")
. Always
wear protective gloves!
CAUTION: Start the chain saw only after having assem-
bled it completely and inspected.
Remove the sprocket guard (
1
) (See "PUTTING INTO OPE-
RATION" figs.
B
) and clean the interior with a brush.
Turn the chain tensioning screw (
2
) to the left (counter-clock-
wise) until 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 chain tensioner (
3
).
For replacing the guide bar, chain, and sprocket see "PUTTING
INTO OPERATION".
NOTE:
The chain brake is a very important safety device and like
any other component subject to normal wear and tear.
Regular inspection and maintenance are important for
your own safety and must be done by a MAKITA service
center
.
SERVICE
Cleaning the guide bar
CAUTION: Protective gloves must be worn.
Regularly inspect the bearing surfaces of the guide bar for
damage, and clean them with a suitable tool.
