Instruction Manual Original Instruction Manual DCS460 DCS461 DCS500 DCS501 Important: Read this instruction manual carefully before putting the chain saw into operation and strictly observe the safety regulations! Keep this instruction manual!
Thank you for purchasing a MAKITA product! Table of contents Congratulations on choosing a MAKITA chain saw! We are conÞdent that you will be satisÞed with this modern piece of equipment. EU conformity declaration ................................................. 2 Packing ................................................................................ 2 Delivery inventory .............................................................. 3 Symbols ............................................................
Delivery inventory 2 DCS461/501 = Saw with decompression valve 3 4 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. Chain saw Guide bar 5 Saw chain Chain protection cover Universal wrench Offset screwdriver Screwdriver for carburetor adjustment Instruction manual (not shown) 6 7 1 In case one of the parts listed should not be included in the delivery inventory, please consult your sales agent.
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS Intended use Power chain saws This power chain saw may be used only for sawing wood out of doors. It is intended for the followisng uses depending on its class: - Professional and mid-class: Use on small, medium and large trees: felling, limb removal, cutting to length, thinning. Hobbyklasse: Occasional use on small trees, fruit-tree care, felling, limb removal, cutting to length.
Fuels / Refuelling - Stop the engine before refuelling the chain saw. - Do not smoke or work near open Þres (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. Frequently clean and change protective clothes. Do not breathe in fuel vapors. Inhalation of fuel vapours can be hazardous to your health. - Do not spill fuel or chain oil.
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). - This causes the saw to be thrown back toward the user with great force and out of control. Risk of injury! - In order to prevent kickback, follow these rules: Only specially-trained persons should perform plunge cuts, i.e.
- - 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. For this reason use the lower edge of the bar whenever possible. The chain saw will then be pushed away from you (15). If the timber is under tension (16), Þrst cut the pressure side (A). Then the crosscut can be performed on the tension side (B).
Transport and storage - When changing your location during work switch off the chain saw and actuate the chain brake in order to prevent an inadvertent start of the chain. - Never carry or transport the chain saw with the chain running. - When transporting the chain saw over long distances the guide bar protection cover (delivered with the chain saw) must be applied. - Carry the chain saw with the tubular handle. The guide bar points backwards (20).
Technical data Stroke volume Bore Stroke Max. power at speed 3) Max. torque at speed 3) Idling speed / max. engine speed with bar and chain Clutch engagement speed Sound pressure level at the workplace LpA, eq per ISO/CD 22868 1) 4) Sound power level LWA, eq per ISO/CD 22868 1) 4) Vibration acceleration ahv, eq per ISO 22867 1) 4) - Tubular handle - Rear handle Carburetor Ignition system Spark plug or spark plug Electrode gap Fuel consumption at max. load per ISO 7293 3) SpeciÞc consumption at max.
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 protective gloves! CAUTION: Start the chain saw only after having assembled it completely and inspected. A Mounting the guide bar and saw chain Use the universal wrench delivered with the chain saw for the following work.
Lift the chain (9) over the sprocket (8). CAUTION: Do not insert the chain between the chain sprocket and the disc. Guide the chain from above about halfway into the groove (10) on the guide bar. Place the chain over the chain catch (11) on the bottom. CAUTION: Note that the cutting edges along the top of the chain must point in the direction of the arrow! 9 8 1 9 Pull the chain (9) around the sprocket nose (12) of the guide bar in the direction of the arrow.
Checking the chain tension The tension of the chain is correct if the chain rests against the bottom side of the guide bar and can still be easily turned by hand. While doing so the chain brake must be released. Check the chain tension frequently - new chains tend to get longer during use! When checking the chain tension the engine must be switched off. NOTE: It is recommended to use 2-3 chains alternatively.
Fuel CAUTION: This saw is powered by mineral-oil products (gasoline and oil). Be especially careful when handling gasoline . Do not smoke. Keep tool well away from open ßames, spark, or Þre (explosion hazard). Gasoline Fuel mixture + This tool is powered by a high-performance air-cooled two-stroke engine. It runs on a mixture of gasoline and two-stroke engine oil. The engine is designed for unleaded regular gasoline with a min. octane value of 91 ROZ.
Important note on bio-degradable chain oils If you are not planning to use the saw again for an extended period of time, empty the oil tank and put in a small amount of regular engine oil (SAE 30), and then run the saw for a time. This is necessary to ßush out all remaining bio-degradable oil from the oil tank, oil-feed system, chain and guide bar, as many such oils tend to leave sticky residues over time, which can cause damage to the oil pump or other parts.
Checking the chain lubrication Never work with the chain saw withoute sufÞcient chain lubrication. Otherwise the service life of the chain and guide bar will be reduced. Before starting work check the oil level in the tank and the oil feed. Check the oil feed rate as described below: Start the chain saw (see „Starting the engine”). Hold the running chain saw approx. 15 cm above a trunk or the ground (use an appropriate base).
Starting the engine Do not start the chain saw until after it is completely assembled and checked! Move at least 3 meters / 10 feet away from the place where the chain saw was fuelled. Make sure you have a secure footing, and place the saw on the ground in such a way that the guide bar and chain are not near anything. Actuate the chain brake (block it). Hold the front handle Þrmly with one hand and press the saw against the ground. Hold the down rear handguard with your right foot as shown.
Checking the chain brake The chain brake must be checked before every use of the saw! Start the engine as described above (have a secure footing, place the chain saw on the ground so that the chain and guide bar are not near anything). 6 Hold the front handle Þrmly, with your other hand on the rear grip. Let the engine run at medium speed and push the handguard (6) in the direction of the arrow using the back of your hand, until the chain brake engages. The chain should now stop immediately.
Adjusting the carburetor (only for EU-countries) CAUTION: Do not adjust the carburetor until the machine has been completely assembled and checked! Do not adjust the carburetor without a tachometer! Carburetor adjustment is necessary for optimum engine performance, for safer and more economical operation. Adjust the carburetor only with the engine warm, a clean air Þlter, and properly installed cutting tool. Carburetor adjustment may be done only by a MAKITA service centre.
Adjusting the carburetor (only for not EU-countries) Carburetor adjustment is necessary for optimum engine performance, for safer and more economical operation. The engine should be warm, the air Þlter 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.
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 ßour. The chain penetrates the wood only under great pressure. The cutting edge is visibly damaged. The saw is pulled to the left or right when sawing.
Files and how to work with them Use a special saw chain round Þle for sharpening. Standard round Þles are unsuitable. For the order number, see “Accessories”. Type 086, 484, 686: File the Þrst cutter half with a 4,8 mm dia. round saw-chain Þle, then switch to a 4.5 mm dia. Þle. Type 093, 099: File the Þrst cutter half with a 5,5 mm dia. round saw-chain Þle, then switch to a 4.8 mm dia. Þle. The Þle should cut only when pushed forwards (arrow). Lift the Þle when leading it backwards.
Cleaning the brake band and sprocket interior 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: Start the chain saw only after having assembled it completely and inspected. 7 2 Remove the sprocket guard (1) (See „PUTTING INTO OPERATION“ Þgs. B) and clean the interior with a brush.
Replacing the saw chain CAUTION: Use only chains and guide bars designed for this saw (see the Extract from the spare-parts list)! When changing chain types, always make sure to use the clutch drum cpl. (12). It may be necessary to change the clutch drum cpl. IMPORTANT: If the chain type is changed from .325“ to 3/8“, the chip deßector must be modiÞed. See under „Instructions for changing the chain type.“ Check the sprocket before mounting a new chain.
Cleaning the air Þlter 5 4 1 3 CAUTION: To prevent eye injury, always wear eye protection when cleaning the Þlter with compressed air! Do not use fuel to clean the air Þlter. Disengage the cover clasp (1) with the universal wrench and take off the cover (2). Push up the combination switch (3) (Choke position) to prevent dirt particles from falling into the carburetor. Unhook the clasp (4) in the direction of the arrow with a Þnger or the universal wrench. Pull the air Þlter (5) up and out.
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. A hot engine can cause burns. Wear protective gloves! 7 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. Remove the Þlter cover (see „Cleaning the air Þlter“). Pull the plug cap (7) off the spark plug.
Replacing the starter cable/ Replacing the return spring pack/Replacing the starter spring Unscrew four screws (1). Remove fan housing (2). Remove the air guide (3) from the fan housing. CAREFUL! Injury hazard! Do not unscrew screw (7) if the return spring is under tension. If the starter cable is to be replaced although it is not broken, it will be necessary to Þrst de-tension the cable drum return spring (13). To do this, use the grip to pull the cable all the way out of the fan housing.
Cleaning the cylinder area Remove cover. Remove the fan housing. CAUTION: To prevent eye injury, always wear eye protection when cleaning the Þlter with compressed air! The entire area (14) can now be brushed clean or cleaned with compressed air. A bottle brush can come in handy for cleaning out the cylinder ribs. 14 B Replacing the suction head 15 The felt Þlter (15) of the suction head can become clogged.
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. Guarantee 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.
Service, spare parts and guarantee Maintenance and repair The maintenance and repair of modern engines as well as all safety devices require qualiÞed technical training and a special workshop equipped with special tools and testing devices. Any work not described in this Manual may be performed only by a MAKITA service centre. 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.
Trouble shooting Malfunction System Observation Cause Chain does not run Chain brake Engine runs Chain brake actuated. Engine does not start or only with difÞculty Ignition system Ignition spark Malfunction in fuel supply system, compression system, mechanical malfunction. No ignition spark Switch on STOP, fault or short-circuit in the wiring, plug cap or spark plug defective.
Extract from the spare parts list DCS460 / DCS461 DCS500 / DCS501 Use only original MAKITA parts. For repairs and replacement of other parts, see your MAKITA service centre.
Extract from the spare parts list Use only original MAKITA parts. For repairs and replacement of other parts, see your MAKITA service centre. Pos. MAKITA-No. Qty. Denomination Accessories (not delivered with the chain saw) 445 033 631 445 038 631 445 045 631 1 1 1 Sprocket nose bar .325“, 33 cm (13“) Sprocket nose bar .325“, 38 cm (15“) Sprocket nose bar .325“, 45 cm (18“) 25 953 100 090 1 Chain gauge 26 953 004 010 1 File handle 27 953 003 100 1 Round Þle, dia.
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