Makita DCS34 Instruction Manual - page 23
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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. All such work must
be carried out by a MAKITA service centre.
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General
Chain saw
Clean exterior, check for damage. In case of damage,
have repaired by a qualified service centre immediately
Saw chain
Sharpen regulary, replace in good time
8-9
Chain brake
Have inspected regularly at an authorized service centre
Guide bar
Turn over to ensure even wear of bearing surfaces
Replace in good time
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Starter cable
Check for damage. In case of damage,
have repaired by a qualified service centre immediately
Before each start
Saw chain
Inspect for damage and sharpness
8-9
Check chain tension
Guide bar
Check for damage
Chain lubrication
Functional check
5
Chain brake
Functional check
7
Combination switch,
Safety locking button,
Throttle lever
Functional check
6
Fuel/oil tank cap
Check for tightness
Every day
Air filter
Clean
21
Guide bar
Check for damage, clean oil intake bore
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Guide bar support
Clean, in particular the oil guide groove
5, 0
Idle speed
Check (chain must not run)
7
Every week
Fan housing
Clean to ensure proper air cooling
9
Spark plug
Check and replace if necessary
Muffler
Check tightness of mounting
9
Chain catch
Check
Screws and nuts
Check their condition and that they are firmly secured.
Every 3 months
Suction head
Replace
Fuel, oil tanks
Clean
Annually
Chain saw
Check at an authorized service centre
Storage
Chain saw
Clean exterior, check for damage. In case of damage,
have repaired by a qualified service centre immediately
Chain, guide bar
Demount, clean and oil slightly
Clean the guide groove of the guide bar
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Fuel, oil tanks
Empty and clean
Carburetor
Run empty
Service, spare parts and guarantee
Maintenance and repair
The maintenance and repair of modern engines as well as all safety devices require qualified technical training and a special work-
shop equipped with special tools and testing devices.
We therefore recommend that you consult a MAKITA service centre for all work not described in this instruction manual. 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.
To find your local distributor, please visit www.makita-outdoor.com