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WARNING:

 

For your safety, this tool is 

equipped with lock-off lever which prevents 

the tool from unintended starting. NEVER 

use the tool if it runs when you simply 

pull the switch trigger without pressing 

the lock-off lever. Return the tool to our 

authorized service center for proper repairs 

BEFORE further usage.

WARNING:

 

NEVER tape down or defeat 

purpose and function of lock-off lever.

CAUTION:

 

Before installing the battery 

cartridge into the tool, always check to see 

that the switch trigger actuates properly 

and returns to the "OFF" position when 

released.

NOTICE:

 

Do not pull the switch trigger hard 

without pressing the lock-off lever. This can 

cause switch breakage.

To prevent the switch trigger from being acci-

dentally pulled, a lock-off lever is provided. To 

start the tool, depress the lock-off lever and pull 

the switch trigger. The tool speed increases 

by increasing pressure on the switch trigger. 

Release the switch trigger to stop.

1

2

►  

1.

 Switch trigger 

2.

 Lock-off lever

Checking the chain brake

CAUTION:

 

Hold the chain saw with both 

hands when switching it on. Hold the top 

handle with your right hand, the front han-

dle with your left. The bar and the chain 

must not be in contact with any object.

CAUTION:

 

Should the saw chain not 

stop immediately when this test is per-

formed, the saw may not be used under 

any circumstances. Consult our authorized 

service center.

1.

Press the lock-off lever, then pull the switch

trigger. The saw chain starts immediately.

2.

Push the front hand guard forwards with the

back of your hand. Make sure that the chain saw

comes to an immediate standstill.

1

2

3

2

3

►  

1.

 Front hand guard 

2.

 Unlocked position

3.

Locked position

Checking the run-down brake

CAUTION:

 

If the saw chain does not stop 

within two seconds in this test, stop using 

the chain saw and consult our authorized 

service center.

Run the chain saw then release the switch trig-

ger completely. The saw chain must come to a 

standstill within two seconds.

Summary of Contents for XCU06

Page 1: ...INSTRUCTION MANUAL Cordless Chain Saw XCU05 XCU06 IMPORTANT Read Before Using ...

Page 2: ...differ from country to country The weight may differ depending on the attachment s including the battery cartridge The light est and heaviest combination according to EPTA Procedure 01 2014 are shown in the table Applicable battery cartridge BL1815N BL1820B BL1830 BL1830B BL1840B BL1850B BL1860B Some of the battery cartridges listed above may not be available depending on your region of residence ...

Page 3: ...ower tool in a damp location is unavoidable use a ground fault circuit interrupter GFCI protected supply Use of a GFCI reduces the risk of electric shock 7 Power tools can produce electromagnetic fields EMF that are not harmful to the user However users of pacemakers and other similar medical devices should contact the maker of their device and or doctor for advice before operating this power tool...

Page 4: ...urfaces do not allow for safe handling and control of the tool in unexpected situations 9 When using the tool do not wear cloth work gloves which may be entangled The entanglement of cloth work gloves in the moving parts may result in personal injury BATTERY tool use and care 1 Recharge only with the charger specified by the manufacturer A charger that is suitable for one type of BATTERY pack may ...

Page 5: ...orting or storing the chain saw always fit the guide bar cover Proper handling of the chain saw will reduce the likelihood of acci dental contact with the moving saw chain 10 Follow instructions for lubricating chain tensioning and changing accessories Improperly tensioned or lubricated chain may either break or increase the chance for kickback 11 Keep handles dry clean and free from oil and greas...

Page 6: ...nt or bouncing of the saw when starting a cut 9 At the end of the cut be careful to keep your balance due to the drop 10 Take into account the direction and speed of the wind Avoid sawdust and chain oil mist Protective equipment 1 In order to avoid head eye hand or foot injuries as well as to protect your hear ing the following protective equipment must be used during operation of the chain saw Th...

Page 7: ...ical attention right away It may result in loss of your eyesight 5 Do not short the battery cartridge 1 Do not touch the terminals with any conductive material 2 Avoid storing battery cartridge in a container with other metal objects such as nails coins etc 3 Do not expose battery cartridge to water or rain A battery short can cause a large current flow overheating possible burns and even a breakd...

Page 8: ...re at 10 C 40 C 50 F 104 F Let a hot battery cartridge cool down before charging it 4 Charge the battery cartridge if you do not use it for a long period more than six months PARTS DESCRIPTION 1 2 3 4 5 6 12 13 14 7 8 10 9 11 16 17 18 15 1 Switch trigger 2 Top handle 3 Lock off lever 4 Front hand guard 5 Guide bar 6 Saw chain 7 Chain catcher 8 Retaining nut 9 Chain adjusting screw 10 Chip guide 11...

Page 9: ...the button it is not locked completely CAUTION Always install the battery cartridge fully until the red indicator cannot be seen If not it may accidentally fall out of the tool causing injury to you or someone around you CAUTION Do not install the battery car tridge forcibly If the cartridge does not slide in easily it is not being inserted correctly Indicating the remaining battery capacity Only ...

Page 10: ...ake is applied When you release the chain brake while holding down the lock off lever and pulling the switch trigger NOTE This chain saw employs the auto pow er off function To avoid unintentional start up the main power switch will automatically shut down when the switch trigger is not pulled for a certain period after the main power switch is turned on You can use the tool in the Torque Boost mo...

Page 11: ...s by increasing pressure on the switch trigger Release the switch trigger to stop 1 2 1 Switch trigger 2 Lock off lever Checking the chain brake CAUTION Hold the chain saw with both hands when switching it on Hold the top handle with your right hand the front han dle with your left The bar and the chain must not be in contact with any object CAUTION Should the saw chain not stop immediately when t...

Page 12: ...in CAUTION The saw chain and the guide bar are still hot just after the operation Let them cool down enough before carrying out any work on the tool CAUTION Carry out the procedure of installing or removing saw chain in a clean place free from sawdust and the like To remove the saw chain perform the following steps 1 Release the chain brake by pulling the front hand guard 2 Loosen the chain adjust...

Page 13: ...in which is too loose can jump off the bar and it may cause an injury accident The saw chain may become loose after many hours of use From time to time check the saw chain tension before use 1 Release the chain brake by pulling the front hand guard 2 Loosen the retaining nut a bit to loosen the sprocket cover lightly 1 1 Retaining nut 3 Lift up the guide bar tip slightly and adjust the chain tensi...

Page 14: ... refill the tank lay the chain saw on its side and remove the oil tank cap The proper amount of oil is 140 ml After refilling the tank make sure that the oil tank cap is tightened securely 1 2 1 Oil tank cap 2 Oil inspection window After refilling hold the chain saw away from the tree Start it and wait until lubrication on saw chain is adequate NOTICE When filling the chain oil for the first time ...

Page 15: ...ss or drop the tool NOTICE Do not cover the vents of the tool Pruning trees Bring the chain saw body into contact with the branch to be cut before switching on Otherwise it may cause the guide bar to wobble resulting in injury to operator Saw the wood to be cut by just moving it down by using the weight of the chain saw If you cannot cut the timber right through with a single stroke Apply light pr...

Page 16: ...prevents the bar from becoming trapped A B A B Limbing CAUTION Limbing may only be per formed by trained persons A hazard is pre sented by the risk of kickback When limbing support the chain saw on the trunk if possible Do not cut with the tip of the bar as this presents a risk of kickback Pay particular attention to branches under ten sion Do not cut unsupported branches from below Do not stand o...

Page 17: ...mm 1 8 All cutter length must be equal Different cutter lengths prevent the saw chain from running smoothly and may cause the saw chain to break Do not sharpen the chain when the cutter length has reached 3 mm 1 8 or shorter The chain must be replaced with new one The chip thickness is determined by the distance between the depth gauge round nose and the cutting edge The best cutting results are o...

Page 18: ...ing the sprocket cover Chips and saw dust will accumulate inside of the sprocket cover Remove the sprocket cover and saw chain from the tool then clean the chips and saw dust Cleaning the oil discharge hole Small dust or particles may be built up in the oil discharge hole during operation These dust or particles may impair the oil to flow and cause an insufficient lubrication on the whole saw chai...

Page 19: ...ays fit a new locking ring when replacing the sprocket 1 2 1 Locking ring 2 Sprocket NOTICE Make sure that the sprocket is installed as shown in the figure Storing the tool 1 Clean the tool before storing Remove any chips and sawdust from the tool after removing the sprocket cover 2 After cleaning the tool run it under no load to lubricate the saw chain and guide bar 3 Cover the guide bar with the...

Page 20: ...ot described in the instruction manual All such work must be carried out by our authorized service center Check item Operating time Before operation Everyday Every week Every 3 month Annually Before storage Chain saw Inspection Cleaning Check at authorized service center Saw chain Inspection Sharpening if necessary Guide bar Inspection Remove from the chain saw Chain brake Check the function Have ...

Page 21: ...s not reach maximum RPM Battery cartridge is installed improperly Install the battery cartridges as described in this manual Battery power is dropping Recharge the battery cartridge If recharging is not effective replace the battery cartridge The drive system does not work correctly Ask the authorized service cen ter in your region for repair The main power lamp is blinking in green Switch trigger...

Page 22: ...ance for more details regarding these accessories ask your local Makita Service Center Saw chain Guide bar Guide bar cover Sprocket Spike bumper File Tool bag Makita genuine battery and charger WARNING If you purchase a guide bar of different length from the standard guide bar also purchase a suitable guide bar cover together It must fit and fully cover the guide bar on the chain saw NOTE Some ite...

Page 23: ...ine silica from bricks and cement and other masonry products and arsenic and chromium from chemically treated lumber Your risk from these exposures varies depending on how often you do this type of work To reduce your exposure to these chemicals work in a well ventilated area and work with approved safety equipment such as those dust masks that are specially designed to filter out microscopic part...

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