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EA3500F

EA4300F

Operator’s and Safety Manual

for Gasoline Chain Saws

WARNING!

Read and understand this Manual. Always follow safety precautions in the Operator’s and Safety Manual.

Improper use can cause serious injury! Preserve this Manual carefully!

WARNING!

FUELS WITH MORE THAN 10% ETHANOL ARE NOT APPROVED FOR USE IN MAKITA 2-STROKE ENGINES!

Use of alternative fuels, such as E-20

(20% ethanol)

, E-85

(85% ethanol)

or any fuels not meeting MAKITA

requirements are not approved for use in MAKITA 2-stroke gasoline engines!

USE OF ALTERNATIVE FUELS CAN CAUSE THE FOLLOWING PROBLEMS:

Poor engine performance, loss of power, overheating, fuel vapor lock, improper clutch engagement, premature

deterioration of fuel lines, premature deterioration of gaskets, premature deterioration of carburetors.

USING ALTERNATIVE FUELS AND/OR 2-STROKE OILS NOT ACCORDING TO JASO FC OR ISO-L-EGD IN

MAKITA 2-STROKE ENGINES WILL VOID YOUR ENGINE WARRANTY!

Summary of Contents for EA3500F

Page 1: ...ve fuels such as E 20 20 ethanol E 85 85 ethanol or any fuels not meeting MAKITA requirements are not approved for use in MAKITA 2 stroke gasoline engines USE OF ALTERNATIVE FUELS CAN CAUSE THE FOLLOWING PROBLEMS Poor engine performance loss of power overheating fuel vapor lock improper clutch engagement premature deterioration of fuel lines premature deterioration of gaskets premature deteriorati...

Page 2: ... reasonable amount of time not to exceed 30 days If you have a question regarding your warranty coverage you should contact the MAKITA Warranty Service Department at 1 800 4 MAKITA 462 5482 DEFECTS WARRANTY REQUIREMENTS The warranty period begins on the date the small off road engine is delivered to an ultimate purchaser or first placed into service The warranty period is two years GENERAL EMISSIO...

Page 3: ... that such abuse neglect or improper maintenance was the direct cause of the need for repair or re placement of the part That notwithstanding any adjustment of a component that has a factory installed and properly operating adjustment limiting device is still eligible for warranty coverage The following emission warranty parts lists are covered 1 Fuel Tank 2 Fuel Line 3 Fuel Cap 4 Fuel Cap Seal WA...

Page 4: ...ing 44 Extract from the spare parts list 45 46 This product complies with American National Standard Institute B 175 1 2000 chain saw safety standard Canadian Standards Association Z62 1 03 chain saw safety standard Z62 3 04 chain saw kickback standard This spark ignition system complies with the Canadian standard ICES 002 Society of Automotive Engineers SAEJ 335 Jun 95 Multiposition small engine ...

Page 5: ... Operator s and Safety Manual not shown Further symbols see page 7 1 4 5 6 7 3 2 Caution kickback Chain brake Fuel and oil mixture Normal Winter operation Carburetor adjustment Chain oil fill oil pump Saw chain oil adjustment screw First aid Do not touch hot surfaces Recycling Read Operator s and Safety Manual and follow the warning and safety precautions Particular care and caution Forbidden Wear...

Page 6: ...ins are desi gned to reduce the risk of kickback injury Ask your MAKITA dealer about these devices Safety precautions for chain saw operators While operating the chain saw please observe the follo wing rules a Contact of the guide bar nose with any object should be avoided b Tip contact may cause the guide bar to move suddenly upward and backward which may cause serious or fatal injury c Always op...

Page 7: ...and regulate temperature produces numbness and burning sensations and may cause nerve and circulation damage and tissue necrosis All MAKITA saws are therefore provided with an an tivibration system which is essential for those using chain saws on a regular or sustained basis Antivi bration systems do not guarantee that you will not sustain Whitefinger disesase however they reduce thisdangerconside...

Page 8: ...point backwards When carrying your saw the bar should be behind you fig 4 By vehicle When transporting in a vehicle keep chain and bar covered with the chain guard Properly secure your saw to prevent turnover fuel spillage and damage to the saw Make sure the saw in not exposed to heat or sparks Proper clothing Clothing must be sturdy and snug fitting but allow com plete freedom of movement Avoid l...

Page 9: ...n are clear of you or all other obstructions and objects including the ground because when the engine starts in semi throttle position engine speed will be fast enough for the clutch to engage the sprocket and turn the chain which may cause a kickback Never attempt to start the saw when the guide bar is in a cut or kerf When you pull the starter grip don t wrap the starter rope around your hands D...

Page 10: ...nstructions Always hold the saw firmly with both hands when the en gine is running Place your left hand on the tubular handle andyourrighthandongripandthrottlelever Left handers should follow these instructions too WARNING Donotoperateyourchainsawinsemi throttleposition Cutting in this position does not permit the operator proper control of the saw or chain speed WARNING Never come too close to a ...

Page 11: ...understanding of the causes of these reactive forces may help you avoid loss of control The most common reactive forces are kickback pushback pull in In order to keep control of your saw always maintain a firm foothold Never work on a ladder in a tree or on any other insecure support Never use the saw above shoulder height fig 9 Thisreactioncanoccurinafractionofasecondandunder some circumstances c...

Page 12: ...orce increase with the rate of impact The contact angle between the nose of the bar and the foreign object fig 11 Kickback is most pronounced in the upper quadrant of the bar nose MAKITA chain types are designed to reduce kickback forces The depth gauges Improper lowering of the depth gauges also increases the risk of a kickback Saw chain cutter sharpness WARNING A dull improperly sharpened chain ...

Page 13: ...wood 2 Pull inmayalsobepreventedbyusingplasticwedges to open the kerf or cut Cutting techniques Felling Felling is cutting down a tree Beforefellingatree considercarefullyallconditionswhich may affect the direction of fall including The intended direction of the fall The neutral lean of the tree Any unusually heavy limb structure Surrounding trees and obstacles The wind direction and speed WARNING...

Page 14: ... of the fall of the tree and at a 45 angle fig 19 An alternate path must also be selected Place all tools and equipment a safe distance away from the tree but not on the escape path Then determine the placement of the felling notch fig 21 The felling notch when properly placed determines the direction in which the tree will fall It is made perpen dicular to the line of fall and should be as close ...

Page 15: ...adiametergreaterthanthelength of the guide bar requires use of either the sectioning or plunge cut method These methods are extremely dangerous because they involve the use of the nose of the guide bar and can result in kickback Only properly trained professionals should attempt these techniques For the sectioning method fig 24 make the first cut with the guide bar fanning in toward the hinge Then...

Page 16: ...the ground fig 30 Always cut from the top of the limb Do not underbuck freely hanging limbs A pinch may result or the limb may fall causing loss of control If a pinch occurs stop the engine and remove the saw by lifting the limb WARNING Be extremely cautious when cutting limbs under tension The limbs could spring back toward the operator and cause loss of control of the saw or injury to the operat...

Page 17: ...in bar and sprocket clean and lubricated replace worn sprockets or chains Keep the chain sharp You can spot a dull chain when easy to cut wood becomes hard to cut and burn marks appear on the wood Keep the chain at proper tension Tighten all nuts bolts and screws except the carburetor adjustment screws after each use Keep spark plug and wire connection tight and clean Store saws in a high or locke...

Page 18: ...el pump Primer 14 Identification plate 15 Starter grip 16 Combination switch Choke Start Stop 17 Fuel pump Primer 18 Throttle lever 19 Safety locking button 20 Rear hand guard 21 Fuel tank cap 22 Adjusting screws for carburetor 23 Fan housing with starting assembly 24 Oil tank cap 25 Chain Blade 26 Guide bar 27 Sprocket guard quick tensioner 2 26 25 16 15 18 17 19 3 4 1 6 7 5 8 9 11 12 20 21 23 24...

Page 19: ...capacity floz 16 2 Chain oil tank capacity floz 9 5 Mixture ratio fuel two stroke oil when using MAKITA synthetic oil 50 1 when using other synthetic oils oil quality must be JASO FC or ISO L EGD 50 1 Chain brake engages manually or in case of kickback Sprocket pitch inch 3 8 3 8 325 Number of teeth Z 6 6 7 Chain type see the Extract from the spare parts list Pitch gauge inch mm 3 8 0 050 1 3 3 8 ...

Page 20: ...by pulling the hand guard 1 in direc tion of arrow Unscrew retaining nuts 2 Pull off the sprocket guard 3 PUTTING INTO OPERATION Only for models with fastening nuts on the sprocket guard CAUTION Before doing any work on the guide bar or chain always switch off the engine and pull the plug cap off the spark plug see Replacing the spark plug Always wear protec tive gloves CAUTION Start the chain saw...

Page 21: ...the top of the chain must point in the direction of the arrow Tightening the saw chain Turn the chain tensioning screw 4 to the right clockwise until the saw chain catches in the groove on the lower side of the guide bar see circle Slightly lift the end of the guide bar and turn the chain adjusting screw 4 to the right clockwise until the chain rests against the bottom side of the guide bar While ...

Page 22: ...st be switched off NOTE It is recommended to use 2 3 chains alternatively In order to guarantee uniform wear of the guide bar the bar should be turned over whenever replacing the chain Retightening the saw chain Loosenthenuts 2 aboutoneturnwiththeuniversalwrench Raise the tip of the guide bar a little and turn the chain tensioning screw 4 to the right clockwise until the saw chain is again up agai...

Page 23: ...e bar and saw chain Release the chain brake by pulling the hand guard 1 in direc tion of arrow Unscrew retaining nuts 2 Pull off the sprocket guard 3 Only for the QuickSet guide bar CAUTION Before doing any work on the guide bar or chain always switch off the engine and pull the plug cap off the spark plug see Replacing the spark plug Always wear protec tive gloves CAUTION Start the chain saw only...

Page 24: ...en turned over turn the chain tensioner to left i e counter clockwise to tighten the chain Checking the chain tension The tension of the chain is correct if the chain rests against the bottom side of the guide bar and can still be easily turned by hand While doing so the chain brake must be released Check the chain tension frequently new chains tend to get longer during use When checking the chain...

Page 25: ...clockwise to bring it back to its original position Repeat this procedure until the sprocket guard 4 is unscrewed Remove the sprocket guard 4 Lift the chain 8 over the sprocket 7 CAUTION Do not insert the chain between the chain sprocket and the disc Guide the chain from above about halfway into the groove 9 on the guide bar CAUTION Note that the cutting edges along the top of the chain must point...

Page 26: ...the saw chain Simultaneously push in hard on the sprocket guard quick ten sioner 2 and turn it clockwise to screw the sprocket guard on but do not yet tighten it Raise the tip of the guide bar slightly and turn the chain tensioner 3 clockwise until the saw chain is flush against the bottom of the guide bar see circle Push the sprocket guard quick tensioner 2 in again and tight en by turning clockw...

Page 27: ...celeration of the guide bar combined with the inertia of the hand guard 1 will automatically actuate the chain brake To engage the chain brake manually simply push the hand guard 1 forward towards the tip of the saw with your left hand arrow 1 Releasing the chain brake Pull the hand guard 1 towards you arrow 2 until you feel it catch The brake is now released Chain brake The EA3500F and EA4300F co...

Page 28: ...sured MAKITAsynthetic two stroke engine oil 50 1 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 MAKITAsynthetic two stroke engine oil is not available it is recommended to use a mixture ratio of 50 1 with other synthetic two stroke engine oils as otherwise optimum opera tion of the engine cannot be guaran...

Page 29: ...l pump and the sawing device In case of damage caused by using waste oil or unappropriate chain oil the product guarantee will be null and void Your salesman will inform you about the use of chain oil 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 periodoftime itwilldesiccate Variousskindeseasesm...

Page 30: ...ct Place the saw on a suitable surface To ensure troublefree operation of the oil pump the oil guide groove at the crank case 2 and the oil inlet bore in the guide bar 3 must be cleaned regularly Note After the saw has been turned off it is normal for residual chain oil to drip from the oil feed system the guide bar and the chain for a time This does not constitute a defect Place the saw on a suit...

Page 31: ...lock button 3 is actuated by the palm of the hand and press the throttle trigger 4 CAUTION The engine must be put in idle immediately after starting If this is not done the clutch can be damaged Now disengage the chain brake Warm starting As described above for cold starting but before starting push the combination switch 1 up Choke position and then right away back to the middle ON position This ...

Page 32: ...the cover back on 6 Symbol visible Normal operation Symbol visible Winter operation STOP Checking the chain brake The chain brake must be checked before every use of the saw Start the engine as described above have a secure footing place the chain saw on the ground so that the chain and guide bar are not near anything Hold the front handle firmly with your other hand on the rear grip Let the engin...

Page 33: ... and testing of the saw Idle speed adjustment must only be undertaken when the engine is warm with a clean air filter and properly in stalled guide bar and chain Use a screwdriver 5 32 4 mm blade for idle speed adjust ments Adjusting the idle speed Turn adjusting screw S counter clockwise unscrew Idle speed decreases Turn adjusting screw S clockwise screw in Idle speed increases Important If the s...

Page 34: ...even sharpening of the chain Important Sharpen frequently but without removing too much metal Generally 2 or 3 strokes of the file will be enough Have the chain resharpened at a service center when you have already sharpened it yourself several times Proper sharpening CAUTION Use only chains and guide bars designed for this saw see the Extract from the spare parts list All cutters must be of the s...

Page 35: ...st be filed to the exact same shape as the used teeth including on their running surfaces File depending on chain type 90 or 10 to the guide bar A file holder makes file guidance easier It is marked for the correct sharpening angle of α 25 α 30 α 35 keepthemarksparallelwiththechainwhenfiling seeillustration and limits the cut depth to the correct 4 5 of the file diameter See Accessories for the or...

Page 36: ...residues or foreign matter remaining in the oil guide groove 4 or on the chain tensioner 5 To install the guide bar saw chain and sprocket guard see PUTTING INTO OPERATION for the correct model NOTE The chain brake is a very important safety device and like any other component subject to normal wear and tear Regular inspection and maintenance are important for your own safety and must be done by a...

Page 37: ...d new circlip 9 for the part numbers see Extract from the spare parts list For replacing the guide bar chain and sprocket see PUTTING INTO OPERATION NOTE Don t use a new chain on a worn chain sprocket By the time 2 chains have worn the sprocket has become worn out so it should be replaced at least at every second chain replace ment To distribute the chain oil evenly run a new chain at half throttl...

Page 38: ...t the fleece filter does not need to be cleaned until there is a noticeable loss of power If cleaning the filter does not bring an improvement in performance it is time to replace it Cleaning the nylon filter Use a soft brush or blow out dirt from the inside with compressed air If the filter is very dirty it can be washed in lukewarm water with regular dishwashing detergent Clean frequently severa...

Page 39: ...orestartinganymaintenancework A hot engine can cause burns Wear protective gloves The spark plug must be replaced in case of damage to the insulator electrode erosion burn or if the electrodes are very dirty or oily Remove the filter cover see Cleaning the air filter Pull the plug cap 8 off the spark plug Use only the combination wrench supplied with the saw to remove the spark plug Electrode gap ...

Page 40: ...The spring will wind the cable around the drum Repeat the procedure once The starter grip should now stand straight up on the fan housing NOTE With the cable pulled all the way out it must still be possible to turn the pulley another 1 4 turn against the return spring CAUTION Danger of injury Secure the cable grip when pulled out It will whip back if the cable pulley is released by accident Replac...

Page 41: ... Topreventeyeinjury alwaysweareyeprotection when cleaning the filter with compressed air The entire area 15 can now be brushed clean or cleaned with compressed air Cleaning the cylinder fins A bottle brush can be used to clean the cylinder fins 17 19 18 Replacing cleaning the spark arrester screen The spark arrester screen should be checked and cleaned regulary Loosen the screws 17 and remove the ...

Page 42: ...30 Chain brake Functional check 32 Combination switch Safety locking button Throttle lever Functional check 31 Fuel oil tank cap Check for tightness and lekages Every day Air filter Clean several times daily if necessary 38 Guide bar Check for damage clean oil intake bore 36 Guide bar support Clean in particular the oil guide groove 30 36 Idle speed Check chain must not run 33 Every week Fan housi...

Page 43: ...omatically invalidate the MAKITA product guarantee Guarantee MAKITA guarantees the highest quality and will therefore reimburse all costs for repair by replacement of damaged parts resulting from material or production faults occurring within the guarantee period after purchase Please note that in some countries particular guarantee conditions may exist If you have any questions please contact you...

Page 44: ...ylinder or piston rings defective Outside Spark plug does not seal Mechanical Starter does not engage Spring in starter broken broken parts malfunction inside the engine Warm start difficulties Carburetor Fuel tank is filled Wrong carburetor adjustment Ignition spark Engine starts but Fuel supply Fuel tank is filled Wrong idling adjustment suction head or dies immediately carburetor dirty Tank ven...

Page 45: ...re parts list Use only original MAKITA parts For repairs and replacement of other parts see your MAKITA service center EA3500F EA4300F 17 24 8 9 7 26 33 27 28 29 30 31 32 25 10 22 20 6 5 19 1 2 3 14 18 13 11 12 21 23 4 15 16 ...

Page 46: ... 340 001 1 Carburetor screwdriver 7 320 163 447 1 Fuel filter 8 181 114 202 1 Fuel tank cap cpl 9 963 229 036 1 O Ring 29 3 x 3 6 mm 10 195 160 110 1 Return spring pack complete 11 195 160 030 1 Spring 12 195 160 020 1 Driver 13 195 160 060 1 Starter cable 0 14 x35 4 3 5x900 mm 14 965 603 040 1 Spark plug 15 181 114 202 1 Oil tank cap cpl 16 963 229 036 1 O Ring 29 3 x 3 6 mm 17 195 173 150 1 Air ...

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Page 48: ...08 GB Makita U S A Inc 14930 Northam Street La Mirada CA 90638 5753 USA Makita Canada Inc DOLMAR Division 1950 Forbes Street Whitby Ontario Canada L1N 7B7 The engine exhaust from this product contains chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer birth defects or other reproductive harm ...

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