ENGLISH (Original instructions) SPECIFICATIONS Model UC3041A UC3541A UC4041A Max. chain speed 14.5 m/s (870 m/min) Bar length 300 mm 350 mm 400 mm Standard guide bar Cutting length 265 mm 325 mm 360 mm Guide bar type Sprocket nose bar...
Makita declares that the following Machine(s): with a fuse or protective circuit breaker having slow Designation of Machine: tripping characteristics. Chain Saw ENG905-1 Model No./ Type: UC3041A, UC3541A, UC4041A Noise Specifications: see "SPECIFICATIONS" table. typical A-weighted noise level...
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Keep children and bystanders away while 15. Do not overreach. Keep proper footing and operating a power tool. Distractions can cause balance at all times. This enables better control you to lose control. of the power tool in unexpected situations. Electrical safety 16.
GEB037-8 Keep handles dry, clean, and free from oil and grease. Greasy, oily handles are slippery causing Chain saw safety warnings loss of control. Keep all parts of the body away from the saw 12. Cut wood only. Do not use chain saw for chain when the chain saw is operating.
− Follow the manufacturer’s sharpening A breathing mask, when carrying out work • and maintenance instructions for the saw which produces dust (e.g. sawing dry wood). chain. Decreasing the depth gauge height Protection against electric shock can lead to increased kickback. ・...
Hold the chain saw with both hands when Kickback switching it on and using it. Hold the rear Hazardous kickback may arise during work with handle with your right hand and the front handle the chain saw. Kickback arises when the tip of the with your left.
− Run-down brake: First aid The chain saw is equipped with an run down brake ・ Do not work alone. Always work within which brings the saw chain to an immediate stop shouting distance of a second person. when the ON/OFF switch is released. This Always keep a first-aid box to hand.
DESIGNATION OF PARTS 014318 Rear handle Saw chain Spike bumper Switch trigger Lever Lock-off button Oil filler cap Sprocket cover Chain catcher Front handle Adjusting dial Guide bar cover Front hand guard Rear hand guard Cord hook Adjusting screw for oil pump Guide bar Oil level sight (at the bottom)
ASSEMBLY 1. Sprocket CAUTION: Always be sure that the tool is switched off and • unplugged before carrying out any work on the tool. Removing or installing saw chain CAUTION: 014323 Always wear gloves when installing or removing Fit in one end of the saw chain on the top of the •...
CAUTION: Adjusting saw chain tension Do not tighten the saw chain too much. • The saw chain may become loose after many hours of Excessively high tension of saw chain may cause use. From time to time check the saw chain tension breakage of saw chain, wear of the guide bar and before use.
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When filling the chain saw with chain oil for the • first time, or refilling the tank after it has been completely emptied, add oil up to the bottom edge of the filler neck. The oil delivery may otherwise be impaired.
• Adjusting saw chain tension " and adjust the saw use the saw under any circumstances. Consult chain tension again. Makita authorized service centers. Checking the switch action Checking the run-down brake Switch on the chain saw. CAUTION: Release the switch trigger completely. Make sure the Before plugging in the tool, always check to see that the saw chain comes to a standstill within a second.
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You can adjust the oil pump feed rate with the adjusting screw. CAUTION: Always use a front handle and rear handle and • firmly hold the tool by both front handle and rear handle during operations. Always secure the timber to be cut, otherwise the •...
1. Felling area 006923 006917 − Make the back cut a little higher than the base cut − Before starting felling work, ensure that: of the scarf. The back cut must be exactly Only persons involved in the felling operation horizontal.
The best cutting results are obtained with following manual may be performed by the user. Any other work distance between cutting edge and depth gauge. must be carried out by MAKITA authorized service Chain blade 90PX: 0.5 mm centers. Chain blade 91PX: 0.65 mm Cleaning the chain saw 1.
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006930 006927 Check the running surfaces of the bar regularly for − Guide the file as shown in the figure. damage. Clean using a suitable tool, and remove burrs − The file can be guided more easily if a file holder if necessary.
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Before returning the chain saw to service, fill up with fresh BIOTOP saw chain oil. To maintain product SAFETY and RELIABILITY, repairs, carbon brush inspection and replacement, any other maintenance or adjustment should be performed by Makita Authorized Service Centers, always using Makita replacement parts.
• package as standard accessories. They may differ If you need any assistance for more details regarding from country to country. these accessories, ask your local Makita Service Center. Saw chain • Guide bar cover •...