User manual MAKITA DCS501

[. . . ] 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! Congratulations on choosing a MAKITA chain saw!We are conÞdent that you will be satisÞed with this modern piece of equipment. The DCS460, 461, 500, 501 are very handy and robust chain saws with a new Design. [. . . ] We recommend the use of chain oil which is bio-degradable in order to protect the environment. The use of bio-degradable oil 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 granted the , , blue angel" (Blauer Umweltschutz-Engel) for being particularly environment-friendly (RAL UZ 48). BIOTOP chain oil is available in the following sizes: 1l 5l order number 980 008 610 order number 980 008 611 Bio-degradable oil is stable only for a limited period of time. It should be used within 2 years from the date of manufacture (printed on the container). E 13 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. The next time you use the saw, Þll the tank with BIOTOP chain oil again. In case of damage caused by using waste oil or unappropriate chain oil the product guarantee will be null and void. Your salesman will inform you about the use of chain oil. NEVER USE WASTE OIL Waste oil is very dangerous for the environment. Residues in waste oil result in a high degree of wear and tear at the oil pump and the sawing device. In case of damage caused by using waste oil or unappropriate chain oil the product guarantee will be null and void. Your salesman will inform you about the use of chain oil. waste oil AVOID SKIN AND EYE CONTACT Mineral oil products degrease your skin. If your skin comes in contact with these substances repeatedly and for an extended period of time, it will desiccate. If your eyes are still irritated, see a doctor immediately! A Refuelling FOLLOW THE SAFETY PRECAUTIONS! Be careful and cautious when handling fuels. The engine must be switched off! chain oil Thoroughly clean the area around the caps, to prevent dirt from getting into the fuel or oil tank. Unscrew the tank cap (use the universal wrench if necessary, see illustration) and Þll tank with fuel mixture or saw chain oil up to the bottom edge of the Þlling neck. Screw on the tank cap by hand all the way. fuel/oil mixture Lubricating the chain During operation there must always be sufÞcient chain oil in the chain-oil tank to provide good chain lubrication. One Þlling is sufÞcient for about one half-hour of continuous operation. During this procedure check whether there is enough the chain oil in the tank and reÞll if necessary. Screw on the tank cap by hand all the way. B 14 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. [. . . ] Original spare parts and accessories can be obtained from your local dealer. He will also have the spare part lists to determine the required spare part numbers, and will be constantly informed about the latest improvements and spare part innovations. To Þnd your local distributor, please visit www. makita-outdoor. com Please bear in mind that if parts other than original MAKITA spare parts are used, this will automatically invalidate the MAKITA product guarantee. Guarantee MAKITA guarantees the highest quality and will therefore reimburse all costs for repair by replacement of damaged parts resulting from material or production faults occurring within the guarantee period after purchase. Please note that in some countries particular guarantee conditions may exist. [. . . ]