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Instruction Manual

Original Instruction Manual
DCS3410TH
Important:
Read this instruction manual carefully before putting the chain saw into operation and strictly observe the safety
regulations! Only persons who have completed training in working from elevated platforms (cherry pickers, lifts), from
platforms mounted on ladders or who are profi cient in climbing with ropes are permitted to operate this chain saw.
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  • Page 1: Instruction Manual

    Instruction Manual Original Instruction Manual DCS3410TH Important: Read this instruction manual carefully before putting the chain saw into operation and strictly observe the safety regulations! Only persons who have completed training in working from elevated platforms (cherry pickers, lifts), from platforms mounted on ladders or who are profi...
  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    PUTTING INTO OPERATION less tiring for the user. Mounting the guide bar and saw chain ....10-11 The safety features of the DCS3410TH are state of the art and Tightening the saw chain ......... 11-12 meet all German and international safety standards.
  • Page 3: Delivery Inventory

    Delivery inventory 1. Chain saw 2. Guide bar 3. Saw chain 4. Chain protection cover 5. Assembly tool In case one of the parts listed should not be included in the 6. Instruction manual (not shown) delivery inventory, please consult your sales agent. Symbols You will notice the following symbols on the chain saw and in the instruction manual: Read instruction manual...
  • Page 4: Safety Precautions

    SAFETY PRECAUTIONS CAUTION: Power chain saws This power chain saw may be used only for sawing wood out of doors. This chain saw is designed especially for tree care and It is intended for the followung uses depending on its class: surgery.
  • Page 5: Fuels / Refuelling

    Fuels / Refuelling Stop the engine before refuelling the chain saw. Do not smoke or work near open fi res (5). Let the engine cool down before refuelling. Fuels can contain substances similar to solvents. Eyes and skin should not come in contact with mineral oil products. Always wear protective gloves when refuelling.
  • Page 6: Kickback

    Kickback - When working with the chain saw dangerous kickbacks may occur. Kickback occurs when the upper part of the end of the guide bar inadvertently touches wood or other hard objects (10). Before the saw chain enters the cut, it can slip to the side or jump (caution: high risk of kickback).
  • Page 7 Be careful when cutting splintery wood. Cut pieces of wood may be pulled along (risk of injuries). When cutting with the upper edge of the guide bar, the chain saw may be pushed in the direction of the user if the chain gets clamped.
  • Page 8: Transport And Storage

    MAKITA Service. Use only original MAKITA spare parts and accessories. Using spare parts other than original MAKITA parts or acceso- ries and guide bar/chain combinations or lengths which are not approved bring a high risk of accidents. We cannot accept any responsibility for accidents and damage resulting from using sawing devices or accesories which have not been approved.
  • Page 9: Technical Data

    Fuel tank capacity 0,28 Chain oil tank capacity 0,22 Mix ratio (fuel/two-stroke oil) - when using MAKITA oil 50 : 1 - when using Aspen Alkylat (two-stroke fuel) 50 : 1 (2%) - when using other oils 50 : 1 (quality grade: JASO FC or ISO EGD)
  • Page 10: Putting Into Operation

    PUTTING INTO OPERATION 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 pro- tective gloves! CAUTION: Do not start the saw until it has been completely assembled and inspected! Mounting the guide bar and saw chain Use the universal wrench delivered with the chain saw for the...
  • Page 11: Tightening The Saw Chain

    Lift the chain (9) over the sprocket (10). Using your right hand, guide the chain into the top guide groove (11) on the guide bar. Note that the cutting edges along the top of the chain must point in the direction of the arrow! Pull the chain (9) around the sprocket nose (12) of the guide bar in the direction of the arrow.
  • Page 12: Chain Brake

    SERVICE Regular inspection and maintenance are important for your own safety and must be done by a MAKITA service centre. Engaging the chain brake (braking) If the kickback is strong enough the sudden acceleration of the guide bar combined with the inertia of the hand guard (1) will automatically actuate the chain brake.
  • Page 13: Fuels / Refuelling

    980 008 611 may even be required by local regulations. The chain oil BIOTOP sold by MAKITA is made of special vegetable oils and is 100% bio-degradable. BIOTOP has been Bio-degradable oil is stable only for a limited period of granted the „blue angel“...
  • Page 14 Important note on bio-degradable chain oils: If you are not planning to use the saw again for an ex- The next time you use the saw, fi ll the tank with BIOTOP tended period of time, empty the oil tank and put in a chain oil again.
  • Page 15: Adjusting The Chain Lubrication

    Adjusting the chain lubrication The engine must be switched off. You can adjust the oil pump feed rate with the adjusting screw (1). The amount of oil can be adjusted using the universal wrench. Recommended settings: - 25 cm guide bar - 30 cm guide bar - 35 cm guide bar - 40 cm guide bar...
  • Page 16: Starting The Engine

    Starting the engine Do not start the saw until it has been completely assembled and inspected! Move at least 3m away from the place where you fuelled the saw. Make sure you have a good footing, and place the saw on the ground in such a way that the chain is not touching anything.
  • Page 17: Checking The Chain Brake

    Adjust the carburetor only with the engine warm, a clean air fi lter, and properly installed cutting tool. Carburetor adjustment may be done only by a MAKITA service centre. Improper adjustment can cause damage to the engine.
  • Page 18: Adjusting The Carburetor (Only For Not Eu-Countries)

    fi lter clean, and the chain properly tensioned. Have carburetor adjustment done by an authorised MAKITA service centre. The carburetor is factory-adjusted for the air pressure at sea level. At other elevations or under other conditions of weather,...
  • Page 19: Maintenance Sharpening The Saw Chain

    MAINTENANCE Sharpening the saw chain 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 protective gloves! The chain needs sharpening when: The sawdust produced when sawing damp wood looks like wood fl...
  • Page 20 All cutters must be sharpened to the same angle, 30°. Different angles result in a roughly, irregularly running chain, increase wear and tear and cause chain beakage. The 85° front rake of the cutter results from the cut depth of the round fi...
  • Page 21: Cleaning The Brake Band And Sprocket Interior

    Cleaning the sprocket interior, checking and replacing the chain catch sleeve 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 protective gloves! CAUTION: Do not start the saw until it has been completely assembled and inspected!
  • Page 22: Replacing The Saw Chain

    Replacing the saw chain CAUTION: Use only chains and guide bars designed for this saw (see the Extract from the spare-parts list)! Check the sprocket (7) before mounting a new chain. Remove the sprocket guard (see ”PUTTING INTO OPERATI- ON” A-H) CAUTION: Worn out sprockets (8) may damage the new chain and must therefore be replaced.
  • Page 23: Replacing The Spark Plug

    Replacing the spark plug CAUTION: Do not touch the spark plug or plug cap if the engine is running (high voltage). Switch off the engine before starting any maintenance work. 0,5 mm 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.
  • Page 24: Replacing The Return Spring Unit

    Replacing the return spring unit Remove and reinstall the fan housing and cable drum (see ”Replacing the starter cable”). Carefully remove the return spring unit (9) from the fan housing. CAUTION: Danger of injury! If the spring is broken it can jump out! Carefully fi...
  • Page 25: Instructions For Periodic Maintenance

    We therefore recommend that you consult a MAKITA service centre for all work not described in this instruction manual. The MAKITA service centres have all the necessary equipment and skilled and experienced personnel, who can work out cost-effective solutions and advise you in all matters.
  • Page 26: Trouble Shooting

    Please bear in mind that if parts other than original MAKITA spare parts are used, this will automatically invalidate the MAKITA product guarantee.
  • Page 27: Extract From Spare Parts List

    Extract from the spare parts list DCS3410TH Use only original MAKITA parts. For repairs and replacement of other parts, see your MAKITA service centre. Pos. MAKITA-No. Qty. Denomination 442 030 661 Sprocket nose bar 30 cm (12”) 3/8” 442 035 661 Sprocket nose bar 35 cm (14”) 3/8”...
  • Page 28 To fi nd your local distributor, please visit www.makita-outdoor.com Makita Werkzeug GmbH Specifi cations subject to change without notice Postfach 70 04 20 D–22004 Hamburg Form: 995 707 421 (7.09 GB) Germany...

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