Makita DCS4301 Instruction Manual

Important: Read this instruction manual carefully before putting the chain saw into operation and strictly observe the safety regulations!Keep this in

10226 251615181719341675891112202123241013142722 1 Handle 2 Cover 3 Hood lock 4 Tubular handle 5 Hand guard (release for chain brake) 6 Mufß er 7

115 76 5 4123Put on the guide bar (7). Make sure that the pin (5) of the chain tensioner engages in the hole in the guide bar.Mounting the guide bar a

12249 1121238109Replace the sprocket guard (3).IMPORTANT:Lift the saw chain over the chain catcher (12).Tighten the nuts (2) only hand-tight to begin

13STOP24Checking the chain tensionThe tension of the chain is correct if the chain rests against the bottom side of the guide bar and can still be eas

145761235 4Lift the chain (6) over the sprocket (5).CAUTION:Do not insert the chain between the chain sprocket and the disc.Guide the chain from above

156 82932 10STOPPull the chain (6) around the sprocket nose (8) of the guide bar in the direction of the arrow.Replace the sprocket guard (3).IMPORTA

1612347986 5Mounting the guide bar and saw chainPlace the saw on a stable surface and perform the following work steps in order to install the guide b

178 10121143215Pull the chain (8) around the sprocket nose (10) of the guide bar in the direction of the arrow.Line up the holes in the sprocket guar

18121Checking the chain tensionThe tension of the chain is correct if the chain rests against the bottom side of the guide bar and can still be easily

19100:1+Gasoline40:150:1 1000 cm3 (1 litre) 25 cm3 20 cm3 10 cm3 5000 cm3 (5 litres) 125 cm3 100 cm3 50 cm310000 cm3 (10 litres) 250 cm3 200 cm3

2Thank you for purchasing a MAKITA product!Congratulations on choosing a MAKITA chain saw! We are conÞ dent that you will be satisÞ ed with this moder

20RefuellingFOLLOW THE SAFETY PRECAUTIONS!Be careful and cautious when handling fuels.The engine must be switched off!Thoroughly clean the area around

212 31+-Checking the chain lubricationNever work with the chain saw withoute sufÞ cient chain lubri -ca tion. Otherwise the service life of the chain

22145 32STOPONStarting the engineDo not start the chain saw until after it is completely as-sembled and checked!Move at least 3 meters / 10 feet away

2378Working in winterIn order to prevent carburetor icing in conditions of low tempe-rature combined with high humidity, and below + 5°C in order to g

24SHLSERVICEAdjusting the carburetorCAUTION: Carburetor adjustment may only be done by a specialist MAKITA service centre! Do not undertake any adjust

25ααββmin. 3 mm (0.11”)The sharpening angle (α) must be identical for all cutters!30° for chain type 092, 484The teeth will have the proper angle (ß)

261 24/5Chain typ484Chain typ092Files and how to work with themUse a special saw chain round Þ le for sharpening. Standard round Þ les are unsuitable

27Cleaning the inside of the sprocket guardCAUTION: Before doing any work on the guide bar or chain, always switch off the engine and pull the plug ca

288 12 1 1 9 Check the sprocket before mounting a new chain.Worn out sprockets (8) may damage the new chain and must therefore be replaced.Remove the

295364531274CAUTION: To prevent eye injury, always wear eye protection when cleaning the Þ lter with compressed air!Do not use fuel to clean the air Þ

3145 6 732Delivery inventory1. Chain saw2. Guide bar3. Saw chain4. Chain protection cover5. Universal wrench6. Offset screwdriver7. Screwdriver for

3080,5 mm91011 1213Replacing the spark plugCAUTION:Do not touch the spark plug or plug cap if the engine is running (high voltage).Switch off the engi

311294101211786513314Replacing the starter cable/ Replacing the return spring pack/Replacing the starter springUnscrew four screws (1).Remove fan hous

3216Replacing the suction headThe felt Þ lter (16) of the suction head can become clogged. It is recommended to replace the suction head once every t

33General Chain saw Clean exterior, check for damage. In case of damage, have repaired by a qualiÞ ed service centre immediately Saw chain

34Service, spare parts and guaranteeMaintenance and repairThe maintenance and repair of modern engines as well as all safety devices require qualiÞ ed

35Trouble shootingMalfunction System Observation CauseChain does not run Chain brake Engine runs Chain brake actuated.Engine does not start or Ig

3626 3327 28 29 30 31/32 25 108972220654191 2 3 141715161813111221DCS3500, 3501DCS4300, 4301 Extract from the spare parts list Use only original M

37Extract from the spare parts list Use only original MAKITA parts. For repairs and replacement of other parts, see your MAKITA service centre.D

38EU Conformity DeclarationThe undersigned, Tamiro Kishima and Rainer Bergfeld, as authorized by DOLMAR GmbH, declare that the MAKITA machines,Type:

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445671231432SAFETY PRECAUTIONSIntended usePower chain sawsThis power chain saw may be used only for sawing wood out of doors. It is intended for the f

MAKITA Werkzeug GmbHPostfach 70 04 20D-22004 HamburgGermany Form: 995 701 421 (4.08 GB)SpeciÞ cations subject to change without noticeTo Þ nd your l

5STOPONSTOPON65798Fuels / Refuelling- Stop the engine before refuelling the chain saw. - Do not smoke or work near open Þ res (5).- Let the engine

61012131411Kickback - When working with the chain saw dangerous kickbacks may occur.- Kickback occurs when the upper part of the end of the guide b

7BAB151617181945o45o2 1/2- Be careful when cutting splintery wood. Cut pieces of wood may be pulled along (risk of injuries).- When cutting with the

820212223NOTEIndividuals with poor circulation who are exposed to excessive vibration may experience injury to blood vessels or the nervous system.Vib

9Stroke volume cm3 34,7 42,4Bore mm 38 42Stroke mm 30,6 30,6Max. power at speed kW / 1/min 1,5 / 9.500 2,0 / 9.500Max. torque at speed Nm / 1