ENGLISH (Original instructions) SPECIFICATIONS Model: UC014G UC015G UC016G UC017G Overall length 445 mm (without guide bar) Rated voltage D.C. 36 V - 40 V max Net weight 4.5 kg 6.2 - 6.9 kg Standard guide bar length 300 mm 350 mm...
This chain saw is intended for sawing wood. Noise The typical A-weighted noise level determined accord- Wear ear protection. ing to EN62841-4-1: Model UC014G Sound pressure level (L ) : 91 dB(A) Sound power level (L ) : 102 dB (A) Wear a helmet, goggles and ear protection.
The vibration total value (tri-axial vector sum) deter- General chain saw safety warnings mined according to EN62841-4-1: Model UC014G Keep all parts of the body away from the saw Work mode: cutting wood chain when the chain saw is operating. Before Vibration emission (a ) : 5.0 m/s...
Additional Safety Instructions 10. Follow instructions for lubricating, chain tensioning and changing the bar and chain. Personal protective equipment Improperly tensioned or lubricated chain may either break or increase the chance for kickback. Clothing must be close-fitting, but must not obstruct mobility.
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Do not touch the terminals with any con- causing fires, personal injury and damage. It will ductive material. also void the Makita warranty for the Makita tool and Avoid storing battery cartridge in a con- charger. tainer with other metal objects such as nails, coins, etc.
PARTS DESCRIPTION ► Fig.2 Battery cartridge Front hand guard Lever Guide bar Saw chain Adjusting dial Main power lamp Main power switch Lock-off lever Rear handle Switch trigger Front handle Oil tank cap Guide bar cover Adjusting screw (for oil pump) Chain catcher Indicating the remaining battery capacity FUNCTIONAL DESCRIPTION Press the check button on the battery cartridge to indi-...
► Fig.6: 1. Switch trigger 2. Lock-off lever Let the machine and battery(ies) cool down. Checking the chain brake If no improvement can be found by restoring protection system, then contact your local Makita Service Center. CAUTION: NOTICE: Hold the chain saw with both If the tool stops due to a cause hands when switching it on.
Removing the saw chain ASSEMBLY To remove the saw chain, perform the following steps: Release the chain brake by pulling the front hand CAUTION: Always be sure that the tool is guard. switched off and the battery cartridge is removed Turn the adjusting dial to "-" direction to release before carrying out any work on the tool.
► Fig.26 NOTICE: Use the saw chain oil exclusively for Makita chain saws or equivalent oil available in the market. If you cannot cut the timber right through with a single...
Consider the wind speed and direction. Do not repairs, any other maintenance or adjustment should carry out felling work if the wind is gusting strongly. be performed by Makita Authorized or Factory Service Centers, always using Makita replacement parts. — Trimming of root swellings: Begin with the largest swell- ings. Make the vertical cut first, then the horizontal cut.
Sharpen the saw chain frequently but a little each time. Two Cleaning the guide bar or three strokes with a file are usually sufficient for routine resharpening. When the saw chain has been resharpened sev- Chips and sawdust will build up in the guide bar groove. eral times, have it sharpened in our authorized service center. They may clog the bar groove and impair the oil flow.
Instructions for periodic maintenance To ensure long life, prevent damage and ensure the full functioning of the safety features, the following maintenance must be performed regularly. Warranty claims can be recognized only if this work is performed regularly and prop- erly.
TROUBLESHOOTING Before asking for repairs, conduct your own inspection first. If you find a problem that is not explained in the manual, 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 The chain saw does not start. Battery cartridge is not installed. Install a charged battery cartridge.