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Instruction Manual

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Read this instruction manual carefully before putting the chain saw into operation and strictly observe the 

safety regulations!

Keep this instruction manual!

DCS410

DCS411

Summary of Contents for DCS410

Page 1: ... Instruction Manual Important Read this instruction manual carefully before putting the chain saw into operation and strictly observe the safety regulations Keep this instruction manual DCS410 DCS411 ...

Page 2: ... aid 8 Technical data 9 Denomination of components 9 PUTTING INTO OPERATION 10 Mounting the guide bar and saw chain 10 11 Tightening the saw chain 11 Chain brake 12 Fuels Refuelling 12 13 Adjusting the chain lubrication 13 14 Starting the engine 14 Cold start 14 Warm start 14 Stopping the engine 14 Checking the chain brake 14 Checking the chain lubrication 15 Adjusting the carburetor 15 Working in...

Page 3: ...n the chain saw and in the instruction manual On Off I O switch Stop engine Press starting valve Engine manual start Choke lever Carburetor adjustment Working in winter Working in summer speed Read instruction manual and follow the warning and safety precautions Particular care and caution Forbidden Wear protective helmet eye and ear protection Wear protective gloves No smoking No open fire Cautio...

Page 4: ...ability for others Never use the chain saw after having consumed alcohol drugs or medication A fire extinguisher must be available in the immediate vicinity when working in easily inflammable vegetation or when it has not rained for a long time danger of fire Protective equipment In order to avoid head eye hand or foot injuries as well as to protect your hearing the following protective equipment ...

Page 5: ...hefunctionofthechainbrake thecorrectmount ing of the guide bar the correct sharpening and tightening of the chain the firm mounting of the sprocket guard the easy motion of the throttle lever and the function of the throttle lever lock the cleanliness and dryness of the handles and the function of the ON OFF switch Put the chain saw only into operation if it is completely assembled Never use the c...

Page 6: ...ing too far over Guide the chain saw in such a way that no part of your body is within the elongated swivelling range of the saw 12 Use the chain saw for sawing wood only Avoid touching the ground with the chain saw while it is still running Never use the chain saw for lifting up or removing pieces of wood or other objects Remove foreign objects such as sand stones and nails found within the worki...

Page 7: ...ay 17 Before cutting down the tree check the direction of fall and make sure that there are neither people nor objects within a distance of 2 1 2 tree lengths Judging the tree Direction of hanging loose or dry branches height of the tree natural overhang is the tree rotten Take into account the direction and speed of the wind If strong gusts are occurring do not do any felling Cutting the roots St...

Page 8: ...s adjusted correctly Regularly clean the chain saw Regularly check the tank cap for tightness Observetheaccidentpreventioninstructionsissuedbytrade associationsandinsurancecompanies Donotperformany modifications on the chain saw You will put your safety at risk Perform only the maintenance and repair works described in the instruction manual All other work must be carried out by MAKITA Service Use...

Page 9: ...ckback Chain speed 2 m s 17 5 17 5 Sprocket pitch inch 325 325 Number of teeth Z 7 7 Chain type see the Extract from the spare parts list Pitch Driving element strength mm inch 325 1 3 050 325 1 3 050 Guide bar length of a cut cm 33 38 33 38 Guide bar type see the Extract from the spare parts list Weight fuel tank empty without chain and guide bar kg 4 0 4 0 1 Figures derived in equal part from id...

Page 10: ...hain the sprocket engages the chain CAUTION Before doing any work on the guide bar or chain alwaysswitchofftheengineandpullthe plug cap off the spark plug see Replacing the spark plug Always wear protective gloves CAUTION Startthechainsawonlyafterhavingassembled it completely and inspected Turn the chain adjusting screw C 6 to the left counter clockwise until the pin C 7 is at the left stop Positi...

Page 11: ... I 14 on the sprocket guard shows the direction of chain travel Tightening the saw chain Slightly lift the end of the guide bar and turn the chain adjusting screw C 6 to the right clockwise until the chain rests against the bottom side of the guide bar While still holding up the guide bar tighten the retaining nut J 3 with the universal wrench Checking the chain tension The tension of the chain is...

Page 12: ...el mixture Theengineofthechainsawisahigh efficiencytwo strokeengine 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 91 ROZ In case no such fuel is available 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 t...

Page 13: ...sed within 2 years from the date of manufacture printed on the container Important note on bio degradable chain oils If you are not planning to use the saw again for an extended period of time empty the oil tank and put in a small amount of regular engine oil SAE 30 and then run the saw for a time This is necessary to flush out all remaining bio degradable oil from the oil tank oil feed system cha...

Page 14: ... arrest it Release the grip The throttle is now locked in half throttle position Push the starting valve C 5 only DCS411 Slowly pull out the starter cable until you notice resistance the piston is positioned before the top dead centre Now pull the starter cable with a fast and forceful move ment until you hear the first ignition Caution Do not pull out the starter cable more than approx 50 cm and ...

Page 15: ...r lubrication This can damage the engine The only user adjustable setting is the idle adjusting screw Speed Ifthebladerotatesinidle withoutthethrottlepressed it is absolutely necessary to correct the idle speed before using the tool Do not adjust the idle speed until the machine has been completely assembled and checked Adjust the idle speed only with the engine warm a clean air filter and properl...

Page 16: ...ins and guide bars designed for this saw see the Extract from the spare parts list All cutters must be of the same length dimension a Cutters with different lengths result in rough running of the chain and can cause cracks in the chain Minimum cutter length is 3 mm Do not resharpen the chain when the minimum cutter length has been reached at this point the chain must be replaced see the Extract fr...

Page 17: ...ain the height of the depth limiter must be checked by means of a chain gauge See Accessories for the order number Correct even the smallest excess height with a special flat file H See Accessories for the order number Round off the front of the depth limiter I The file holder makes file guidance easier It is marked for the correct 30 sharpening angle keep the marks parallel with the chain when fi...

Page 18: ... head can become clogged It is recommended to replace the suction head once every three months in order to ensure unimpeded fuel flow to the carburetor To remove the suction head for replacement pull it out through the tank filler neck using a piece of wire bent at one end to form a hook Check the sprocket B 1 before mounting a new chain The sprocket is located underneath the clutch drum B 2 CAUTI...

Page 19: ... bottom sections back together Before re installing the air filter check the choke valve for dirt particles If there are any remove them with a brush If the filter is very dirty clean it frequently several times a day because only a clean air filter provides full engine power Important Forsawingdrywoodandworkingondustygroundwerecommend using a Robkoflok air filter available as an accessory The Rob...

Page 20: ...htness Every day Air filter Clean 19 Guide bar Check for damage clean oil intake bore 14 Guide bar support Clean in particular the oil guide groove 14 18 Idle speed Check chain must not run 15 Every week Fan housing Clean to ensure proper air cooling 9 Carburetor interior Clean remove filter cover for access 19 Chain brake Clean the brake band sawdust oil 18 Spark plug Check and replace if necessa...

Page 21: ...e the highest quality in material dimensions function and safety Original spare parts and accessories can be obtained from your local dealer He will also have the spare part lists to determine the required spare part numbers and will be constantly informed about the latest improvements and spare part innovations Please bear in mind that if parts other than original MAKITA spare parts are used this...

Page 22: ...44 340 001 1 Carburetor screwdriver 20 950 233 210 1 Tachometer 028 173 141 1 Air filter Robkoflock 949 000 035 1 Combined can for 5l fuel 2 5l oil Pos MAKITA No Qty Denomination 1 444 033 141 1 Sprocket nose bar 325 050 33 cm 1 444 038 141 1 Sprocket nose bar 325 050 38 cm 2 532 484 056 1 Saw chain 325 050 for 33 cm 2 532 484 064 1 Saw chain 325 050 for 38 cm 3 952 100 633 1 Chain protection for ...

Page 23: ...er replacement saw chains and guide bars If using a guide bar with a 1 3 mm 050 groove width only use the matching saw chain with a 1 3 mm 050 drive elemant strenght 1 3 mm 050 groove width guide bars are marked with this symbol Notes ...

Page 24: ...24 Form 995 707 652 5 06 GB Specifications subject to change without notice Makita Werkzeug GmbH Postfach 70 04 20 D 22004 Hamburg Germany ...

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