Makita EA3600F Owner's Manual page 5

The use of the saw
Transporting the chain saw
WARNING!
Always stop the engine before putting a chain saw down or
carrying it. Carrying a chain saw with the engine running is
extremely dangerous. Accidental acceleration of the engine can
cause the chain to rotate.
Avoid touching the hot muffler.
By hand: When carrying your saw by hand, the engine must be
stopped and the saw must be in the proper position.
The chain protection cover should be over the chain and the guide
bar must 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.
Chain saw operating instructions
For assembly follow the procedure in the appropriate section
"ASSEMBLY" of this manual. MAKITA chain, guide bar and sprocket
must match each other (see the appropriate section in this manual).
WARNING!
Proper tension of the chain is extremely important. In order to
avoid false setting the tensioning procedure must be followed as
described in this manual. Always make sure the hexagonal nut(s)
for the sprocket guard is (are) tightened securely after tensioning
the chain. Check chain tension once more after having tightened
the nuts and thereafter at regular intervals (always before starting
to work). If the chain becomes loose while cutting, shut off the
engine and then tighten. Never try to tighten the chain while the
engine is running!
Fueling
Your MAKITA saw uses on oil-gasoline mixture for fuel (see chapter
"Fuel" of this manual).
WARNING!
Gasoline is an extremely flammable fuel. Use extreme caution
when handling gasoline or fuel mix. Do not smoke or bring any
sparks or flame near the fuel (Fig. 5).
Fueling instructions
Fuel your chain saw in well ventilated areas or outdoors. Always shut
off the engine and allow it to cool before refueling. Select bare ground
for fueling and move the chain saw at least 10 feet (3 m) from fueling
spot before starting the engine (Fig. 5a).
10 feet
Wipe off any spilled fuel before starting your saw and check for
leakage.
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Check for fuel leakage while refueling and during operation. If fuel or
oil leakage is found, do not start or run the engine until leak is fixed
and spilled fuel has been wiped away. Clothing with fuel on it has to
be changed immediately (this is a danger to your life!).
Avoid skin contact with fuel. Never loosen or remove the cap of the
fuel tank while the engine is running.
Starting
Do not drop start. This method is very dangerous because
you may lose control of the saw (Fig. 6).
Place the chain saw on firm ground or other solid surface in an open
area. Maintain a good balance and secure footing. Place your right
foot through the rear handle opening and firmly grasp the front handle
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with your left hand (Fig. 6a).
Be absolutely sure that guide bar and chain 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 start cutting when the saw is in the kerf. or it may cause
kickback and result in personal injury.
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5a
6
6a