Makita DUC204 Instruction Manual
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- Page 1 INSTRUCTION MANUAL Cordless Chain Saw DUC204 DUC254 DUC254C IMPORTANT: Read Before Using.
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Page 2: Specifications
SPECIFICATIONS Model: DUC204 DUC254 DUC254C Overall length (without guide bar) 256 mm Rated voltage D.C. 18 V Net weight 2.8 - 3.3 kg Standard guide bar length 200 mm 250 mm Recommended guide bar with 90PX 200 - 250 mm... -
Page 3: Safety Warnings
Saw chain type 25AP Number of drive links Guide bar Guide bar length 250 mm Cutting length 250 mm Pitch Gauge 1.3 mm Carving bar Sprocket Number of teeth Pitch NOTICE: When using 25AP saw chain, use with Sprocket 9 (optional accessory). WARNING: Symbols Intended use... - Page 4 Do not abuse the cord. Never use the cord for carrying, pulling or unplugging the power tool. Keep cord away from heat, oil, sharp edges or moving parts. Damaged or entangled cords increase the risk of electric shock. When operating a power tool outdoors, use an extension cord suitable for outdoor use.
- Page 5 Battery tool use and care Wear safety glasses and hearing protection. the manufacturer. A charger that is suitable for debris or accidental contact with the saw chain. when used with another battery pack. Always keep proper footing. nated battery packs. Use of any other battery When cutting a limb that is under tension be alert for spring back.
- Page 6 Ensure safe positioning of the chain saw during car transportation to avoid fuel or chain oil leakage, damage to the tool and personal injury. Regularly check the functionality of chain brake. National regulation may restrict the use of the chain saw. If the equipment gets heavy impact or fall, check the condition before continuing work.
- Page 7 MISUSE or failure to follow the safety also void the Makita warranty for the Makita tool and rules stated in this instruction manual may cause charger.
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Page 8: Parts Description
PARTS DESCRIPTION Switch trigger Lock-off lever Front hand guard Guide bar Saw chain Chain catcher Retaining nut Chip guide Battery cartridge Main power lamp Main power switch Carabiner Front handle Oil tank cap Guide bar cover 8 ENGLISH... -
Page 9: Functional Description
Indicating the remaining battery FUNCTIONAL capacity DESCRIPTION Only for battery cartridges with the indicator CAUTION: Always be sure that the tool is switched off and the battery cartridge is removed before adjusting or checking function on the tool. Installing or removing battery cartridge CAUTION: Always switch off the tool before... -
Page 10: Overheat Protection
Overheat protection NOTE: to 30 seconds. Depending on the usage conditions, this When the tool or battery is overheated, the tool stops mode shifts to the normal mode in less than 30 seconds. automatically and the main power lamp lights up in red. NOTE: If the main power lamp blinks in yellow when In this case, let the tool and battery cool before turning you press the main power switch for a few seconds,... - Page 11 Checking the chain brake Adjusting the chain lubrication CAUTION: Hold the chain saw with both hands when switching it on. Hold the top handle with your right hand, the front handle with your left. The bar and the chain must not be in contact with any object.
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Page 12: Adjusting Saw Chain Tension
Insert the protrusion on the sprocket cover to the chain saw body, and then close the cover so that the Release the chain brake by pulling the front hand bolt and pins on the chain saw body meet their counter- guard. - Page 13 Loosen the retaining nut a bit to loosen the For chain blade 25AP: sprocket cover lightly. ter of the lower side of the guide bar and the saw chain becomes approximately 1 mm to 2 mm. Keep holding the guide bar lightly and tighten the sprocket cover.
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Page 14: Operation
NOTICE: Use the saw chain oil exclusively for Makita chain saws or equivalent oil available in the market. NOTICE: Never use oil including dust and parti- cles or volatile oil. - Page 15 CAUTION: If the upper edge of the bar is used your direction if the chain becomes trapped. For this reason, cut with the lower edge, so that the If you try to cut off thick branches from the bottom, the branch may close in and pinch the saw chain in the cut.
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Page 16: Maintenance
NOTICE: Never use gasoline, benzine, thinner, alcohol or the like. Discoloration, deformation or cracks may result. be performed by Makita Authorized or Factory Service Centers, always using Makita replacement parts. Sharpening the saw chain — Sharpen the saw chain when: ters. -
Page 17: Cleaning The Guide Bar
Cleaning the guide bar of this shortest cutter becomes the standard for all other cutters on the saw chain. Chips and sawdust will build up in the guide bar groove. Clean out the chips and sawdust every time when you sharpen or replace the saw chain. -
Page 18: Replacing The Sprocket
Remove the small dust or particles using a slotted screwdriver with a slender shaft or the like. sprocket. 1. Slotted screwdriver 2. Oil discharge hole 1. Locking ring 2. Sprocket Insert the battery cartridge into the tool. Pull the NOTICE: Make sure that the sprocket is installed discharge hole by discharging chain oil. -
Page 19: Troubleshooting
Chain catcher Inspection. Screws and Inspection. nuts TROUBLESHOOTING do not attempt to dismantle the tool. Instead, ask Makita Authorized Service Centers, always using Makita replace- ment parts for repairs. Malfunction status Cause Action Battery cartridge is not installed. Install a charged battery cartridge. -
Page 20: Optional Accessories
OPTIONAL ACCESSORIES CAUTION: These accessories or attachments are recommended for use with your Makita tool spec- WARNING: If you purchase a guide bar of dif- ferent length from the standard guide bar, also pur- Only use accessory or attachment for its stated purpose.