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OIL
Chain oil
Use an oil with adhesive additive for lubricating the chain and
guide bar. The adhesive additive prevents the oil from being
flung off the chain too quickly.
We recommend the use of chain oil which is bio-degradable in
order to protect the environment. The use of bio-degradable oil
may even be required by local regulations.
The chain oil BIOTOP sold by MAKITA is made of special
vegetable oils and is 00% bio-degradable. BIOTOP has been
granted the "blue angel" (Blauer Umweltschutz-Engel) for being
particularly environment-friendly (RAL UZ 48).
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Bio-degradable oil is stable only for a limited period of
time. It should be used within 2 years from the date of
manufacture (printed on the container).
D
OIL
50:1
.0 Us-gal. (3.7 l)
2.6 floz. (75 cm
3
)
2.5 Us-gal. (9.4 l)
6.4 floz. (189 cm
3
)
5.0 Us-gal. (8.9 l)
12.8 floz. (378 cm
3
)
Gasoline
50:1
50:1
+
MAKITA oil other oil
Fuel
CAUTION:
This saw is powered by petroleum products
(gasoline (pe-
trol) and oil)
.
Be especially careful when handling gasoline (petrol).
Do not smoke. Do not allow gasoline to come near flames,
sparks or fire (explosion hazard).
Fuel mixture
This tool is powered by a high-performance air-cooled two-stroke
engine. It runs on a mixture of gasoline and two-stroke engine
oil.
The engine is designed for unleaded regular gasoline with a
min. octane value of 89 (R+M)/2. In case no such fuel is avail-
able, you can use fuel with a higher octane value. This will not
affect the engine.
In order to obtain an optimum engine output and to protect
your health and the environment use unleaded fuel only.
To lubricate the engine, use a synthetic oil for two-stroke air-cooled
engines (quality grade: JASO FC or ISO-L-EGD), which has to
be added to the fuel. The engine has been designed for use of
MAKITA synthetic two-stroke engine oil and a mixture ratio of
ONLY 50: to protect the environment. In addition, a long service
life and reliable operation with a minimum emission of exhaust
gases are ensured.
MAKITA synthetic two-stroke engine oil (50:) is available in the
following sizes to suit your individual requirements:
2.6 floz. order number T-00745
6.4 floz. order number T-00739
In case MAKITA synthetic two-stroke engine oil is not available,
it is recommended to use a mixture ratio of 50: with other
synthetic two-stroke engine oils, as otherwise optimum opera-
tion of the engine cannot be guaranteed.
The correct mixture ratio:
50:1
when using MAKITA synthetic two-stroke engine oil , i.
e. mix 50 parts gasoline with part oil.
50:1
when using other synthetic two-stroke engine oils
(quality grade JASO FC or ISO-L-EGD), i. e. mix 50 parts
gasoline with part oil.
NOTE:
For preparing the fuel-oil mixture first mix the entire oil quan
-
tity with half of the fuel required, then add the remaining fuel.
Thoroughly shake the mixture before filling it into the chain
saw tank.
It is not wise to add more engine oil than specified
to ensure safe operation. This will only result in a
higher production of combustion residues which
will pollute the environment and clog the exhaust
channel in the cylinder as well as the muffler. In
addition, fuel consumption will rise and perform-
ance will decrease.
Storage:
Fuels have a limited storage life. Fuel and fuel mixtures
age through evaporation, especially at high tempera-
tures. Aged fuel and fuel mixtures can cause starting
problems and damage the engine.Purchase only that
amount of fuel, which will be consumed over the next
few months. At high temperatures, once fuel has been
mixed it should be used up in 6-8 weeks.
Use only approved and marked containers for
transport and storage. Store fuel only in dry, cool
and secure locations!
AVOID SKIN AND EYE CONTACT
Mineral oil products degrease your skin. If your skin
comes in contact with these substances repeatedly
and for an extended period of time, it will desiccate.
Various skin deseases may result. In addition, allergic
reactions are known to occur.
Eyes can be irritated by contact with oil. If oil comes into
your eyes, immediately wash them with clear water.
If your eyes are still irritated, see a doctor immedi-
ately!
