Makita EA3201 SERIES, Original Instruction Manual

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ENGLISH (Original instructions)
Thank you for purchasing a MAKITA product!
Congratulations on choosing a MAKITA chain saw! We are
confident that you will be satisfied with this modern piece of
equipment. The EA3200S, EA3201S, EA3202S, EA3203S are
very handy and robust chain saws with a new Design.
The automatic chain lubrication with variable‑flow oil pump
and maintenance‑free electronic ignition ensure trouble‑free
operation, while the hand‑saving anti‑vibration system and
ergonomic grips and controls make work easier, safer, and
less tiring for the user. The Featherlight‑Start system lets you
start the saw effortlessly with a spring‑loaded starting assist.
For some countries the saw is also equipped with a catalytic
converter. This reduces the amount of pollutants in the
exhaust, and meets European Guideline 2002/88/EC.
MAKITA chain saws EA3200S, EA3201S, EA3202S, EA3203S
are equipped with the latest safety features and meet all
national and international standards. These features include:
hand guards on both handles, grip throttle lever lock, chain
catch, safety saw chain, and chain brake. The chain brake
can be actuated manually, and is also inertia‑actuated
automatically in case of kickback.
The following industrial property rights apply:
DE 101 32 973, DE 20 2008 006 013, DE 20 2009 013 953,
DE 203 19 902, DE 203 01 182, DE 197 22 629, DE 10 2007
039 028, DE 10 2007 038 199.
In order to ensure the proper functioning and
performance of your new chain saw, and to safeguard
your own personal safety, it is imperative that you read
this instruction manual thoroughly before operation.
Be especially careful to observe all safety precautions!
Failure to observe these precautions can lead to severe
injury or death!
WARNING
The ignition system of this equipment produces an
electromagnetic field. This field may interfere with some
medical devices such as a pacemaker. To reduce the risk of
serious or fatal injury, persons with a medical device should
consult with their physician and the manufacturer of the
device before operating this equipment.
For European countries only
EC Declaration of Conformity
The EC declaration of conformity is included as Annex A to
this instruction manual.
Table of contents
Page
1. Delivery inventory ......................................................15
2. Symbols .......................................................................15
3. SAFETY PRECAUTIONS .............................................16
3‑1. Intended use .......................................................16
3‑2. General precautions ...........................................16
3‑3. Protective equipment ..........................................16
3‑4. Fuels/Refuelling ..................................................16
3‑5. Putting into operation ..........................................16
3‑6. Kickback ............................................................17
3‑7. Working behavior/Method of working ..................17
3‑8. Transport and storage .........................................18
3‑9. Maintenance .......................................................18
3‑10. First aid ..............................................................18
4. Technical data .............................................................19
5. Denomination of components ...................................20
6. PUTTING INTO OPERATION ......................................20
6a. Only for models with fastening nuts on the
sprocket guard ............................................................20
6a‑1. Mounting the guide bar and saw chain ................20
6a‑2. Tightening the saw chain ....................................20
6a‑3. Checking the chain tension ................................20
6a‑4. Retightening the saw chain .................................21
6b. Only for the QuickSet guide bar ...............................21
6b‑1. Mounting the guide bar and saw chain ...............21
6b‑2. Tensioning the saw chain ...................................21
6b‑3. Checking the chain tension ...............................21
6b‑4. Retensioning the saw chain ................................21
6c. Only for models with quick tensioner on sprocket
guard (TLC) .................................................................22
6c‑1. Mounting the guide bar and saw chain ...............22
6c‑2. Tightening the saw chain ...................................22
6c‑3. Checking the chain tension ................................22
6c‑4. Retensioning the saw chain ................................22
For all models
6‑5. Chain brake ........................................................23
6‑6. Fuel .....................................................................23
6‑7. Chain oil .............................................................24
6‑8. Filling fuel and chain oil ......................................24
6‑9. Checking the chain lubrication ...........................25
6‑10. Adjusting the chain lubrication ...........................25
6‑11. Starting the engine ............................................25
6‑12. Stopping the engine ............................................26
6‑13. Checking the chain brake ...................................26
6‑14. Adjusting the carburetor ......................................26
7. MAINTENANCE ...........................................................27
7‑1. Sharpening the saw chain ..................................27
7‑2. Cleaning the inside of the sprocket guard ..........27
7‑3. Cleaning the guide bar .......................................28
7‑4. Replacing the saw chain .....................................28
7‑5. Cleaning the air filter ..........................................28
7‑6. Replacing the spark plug ....................................28
7‑7. Checking the ignition spark ................................28
7‑8. Checking the muffler screws ...............................28
7‑9. Replacing the starter cable/ Replacing the return
spring pack/Replacing the starter spring ............29
7‑10. Mounting the fan housing ....................................29
7‑11. Cleaning the air filter compartment /
fan compartment ................................................29
7‑12. Cleaning the cylinder fins ....................................29
7‑13. Replacing the suction head .................................29
7‑14. Instructions for periodic maintenance .................30
8. Service, spare parts and guarantee .........................31
9. Trouble shooting .........................................................32
10. Extract from the spare parts list ...............................33