Instructions For Periodic Maintenance; Troubleshooting - Makita DUC256 Instruction Manual

1. Clean the tool before storing. Remove any chips
and sawdust from the tool after removing the
sprocket cover.
2. After cleaning the tool, run it under no load to
lubricate the saw chain and guide bar.

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
properly. Failure to perform the prescribed maintenance work can lead to accidents! The user of the chain saw must
not perform maintenance work which is not described in the instruction manual. All such work must be carried out by
our authorized service center.
Check item / Operating time
Chain saw Inspection.
Cleaning.
Check at
authorized
service
center.
Saw chain Inspection.
Sharpening if
necessary.
Guide bar Inspection.
Remove from
the chain saw.
Chain brake Check the
function.
Have it
inspected
regularly at
authorized
service
center.
Chain Check the oil
lubrication feed rate.
Switch trigger Inspection.
Lock-off lever Inspection.
Oil tank cap Check
tightness.
Chain catcher Inspection.
Screws and Inspection.
nuts

TROUBLESHOOTING

Before asking for
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manual, do not attempt to dismantle the tool. Instead, ask Makita Authorized Service Centers, always using
Makita replacement parts for repairs.
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3. Cover the guide bar with the guide bar cover.
4. Empty the oil tank.
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