Instruction Manual Original Instruction Manual DCS34 DCS4610 Important: Read this instruction manual carefully before putting the chain saw into operation and strictly observe the safety regulations! Keep this Instruction Manual! 1
Thank you for purchasing a MAKITA product! Congratulations on choosing a MAKITA chain saw! We are confident that you will be satisfied with this modern piece of equipment. Chain saw models DCS34 and DCS4610 are particularly easy-handling, robust hobby class saws in a new design, and are intended especially for home and garden use.
Delivery inventory 2 3 4 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 5 Chain saw Guide bar Saw chain Chain protection cover Assembly tool Instruction manual (not shown) 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 followung 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 fires (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., piercing timber or wood with the tip of the saw! - Always observe the end of the guide bar.
- 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), first 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 DCS34 Stroke volume Bore Stroke Max. power at speed Max. torque at speed Idling speed / Max. engine speed with guide bar and chain Coupling speed Sound pressure level LpA, eq at the workplace per ISO 22868 1) 3) Sound power level LWA, eq per ISO 22868 1) 3) Vibration acceleration ahv, eq per ISO 22867 1) 3) - Tubular handle - Rear handle Carburetor (diaphragm carburetor) Ignition system Spark plug Electrode gap or spark plug Fuel 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 (8) over the sprocket (9). Using your right hand, guide the chain into the top guide groove on the guide bar (10). Note that the cutting edges along the top of the chain must point in the direction of the arrow (11)! 8 9 E 10 8 12 Pull the chain (8) around the sprocket nose (12) of the guide bar in the direction of the arrow. F 2 Replace the sprocket guard (3), putting the chain (8) over the chain catcher (13). Manually tighten the retaining nuts (2).
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 (petrol) and oil). Be especially careful when handling gasoline (petrol). Gasoline 50:1 50:1 Do not smoke. Keep tool well away from open flames, spark, or fire (explosion hazard). OIL + 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 flush 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 sufficient 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 Start the chain saw only after having assembled it completely and inspected! Move at least 10 feet (3 m) 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. Engage the chain brake (lock). Hold the tubular handle tightly with one hand and press the chain saw to the ground. Steady the rear handle by standing in the hand guard.
Checking the chain brake Do not work with the chain saw without first checking the chain brake! Start the engine as described (make sure you have a good footing, and place the chain saw on the ground in such a way that the guide bar is free of contact). Grasp the tubular handle firmly with one hand and hold the grip with the other. 7 With the engine running at moderate speed, press the hand guard (7) in the direction of the arrow with the back of your hand until the chain brake engages.
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 flour. 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 Sharpen using a special file holder with a saw chain round file dia. 4.0 mm. Normal round files are not appropriate for this work. See „Accessories“ for the order number. The file should cut only when pushed forwards (arrow). Lift the file when leading it backwards. First sharpen the shortest cutter. The length of this cutter is then the standerd for all other cutters of the chain. Always guide the file horizontally (90° to the guide bar).
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! Remove the sprocket guard (4) (See „PUTTING INTO OPERATION“ figs. A and B) and clean the sprocket interior with a brush.
Replacing the saw chain 7 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 OPERATION“ figs. A - H). CAUTION: Worn out sprockets (8) may damage the new chain and must therefore be replaced. 8 SERVICE C Replacing the suction head The felt filter (9) of the suction head can become clogged.
Replacing the spark plug 1 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! 0,5 mm 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 cover (see „Cleaning the air filter“). Pull the plug cap (1) off the spark plug.
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.
Spare parts Reliable long-term operation, as well as the safety of your chain saw, depend among other things on the quality of the spare parts used. Use only original MAKITA parts, marked Only original spare parts and accessories guarantee the highest quality in material, dimensions, functioning and safety. Original spare parts and accessories can be obtained from your local dealer.
Extract from the spare parts list DCS34 DCS4610 Use only original MAKITA parts. For repairs and replacement of other parts, see your MAKITA service center. Pos. MAKITA-No. 1 2 1 2 3 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 442 035 661 528 092 652 442 040 661 528 092 656 952 010 630 952 010 640 036 213 651 923 208 004 941 719 131 963 601 380 965 603 021 036 173 011 010 114 061 Qty.
EU Conformity Declaration The undersigned, Tamiro Kishima and Rainer Bergfeld, as authorized by DOLMAR GmbH, declare that the MAKITA machines, Type: 036/037 EU prototype test certificate No. DCS34 DCS4610 M6 08 01 24243 082 M6T 09 10 24243 105 manufactured by DOLMAR GmbH, Jenfelder Str. 38, 22045 Hamburg, Germany, conforms to the basic safety and health requirements of the applicable EU Directives: EU Machine Directive 98/37/EG, EU EMC Directive 2004/108/EG. Outdoor Noise Directive 2000/14/EG.
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