Makita GAU02, Instruction Manual, Page: 3 / 48

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Recommended cord connected power source
Portable power pack PDC01 / PDC1200
• The cord connected power source(s) listed above may not be available depending on your region of residence.
• Before using the cord connected power source, read instruction and cautionary markings on them.
Saw chain, guide bar, and sprocket combination
Saw chain type 90PX
Number of drive links 40
Guide bar Guide bar length 250 mm
(10″)
Cutting length 240 mm
(9-1/2″)
Pitch 3/8″
Gauge 1.1 mm
(0.043″)
Type Sprocket nose bar
Sprocket Number of teeth 6
Pitch 3/8″
Saw chain type 91PX
Number of drive links 40
Guide bar Guide bar length 250 mm
(10″)
Cutting length 240 mm
(9-1/2″)
Pitch 3/8″
Gauge 1.3 mm
(0.050″)
Type Sprocket nose bar
Sprocket Number of teeth 6
Pitch 3/8″
WARNING:
Use appropriate combination of the guide bar and saw chain. Otherwise personal injury may
result.
SAFETY WARNINGS
Important safety instructions
WARNING:
Do not operate near electrical
power lines. The unit has not been designed to
provide protection from electric shock in the
event of contact with overhead electric lines,
Consult local regulations for safe distances from
overhead electric power lines and ensure that the
operating position is safe and secure before oper-
ating the saw chain pole pruner.
WARNING:
When using electric gardening
appliances, basic safety precautions should
always be followed to reduce the risk of fire,
electric shock, and personal injury, including the
following:
READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS.
1. Avoid Dangerous Environment - Do not use
appliances in damp or wet locations.
2. Don’t Use In Rain.
3. Keep Children Away - All visitors should be kept
at a distance from work area.
4. Dress Properly - Do not wear loose clothing or
jewelry. They can be caught in moving parts. Use
of rubber gloves and substantial footwear is rec-
ommended when working outdoors. Wear protec-
tive hair covering to contain long hair.
5. Use Safety Glasses – Always use face or dust
mask if operation is dusty.
6. Use Right Appliance - Do not use appliance for
any job except that for which it is intended.
7. Avoid Unintentional Starting - Do not carry
appliance with finger on switch. Be sure switch is
off before inserting battery pack.
8. Do not grasp the exposed cutting blades or
cutting edges when picking up or holding the
appliance.