Makita DCS 6800I User Manual

1WARNING!Read and understand this Owner’s and Safety Manual. Always follow safety precautions in theOwner’s and Safety Manual. Improper use can cause

10Many factors influence the occurence and force ofthe kickback reaction. The type of bar and saw chainyou use is a factor in the force of the kickbac

1116To avoid pull-in1. Always start a cut with the chain rotating at fullspeed and the spike bar in contact with the wood.2. Pull-in may also be preve

1245°45°= cutting down area212First clear the tree base and work area from interferinglimbs and brush and clean its lower portion an axe(see fig. 18).

13Begin the felling cut slighty higher than the fellingnotch and on the opposite side of the tree (fig. 22).Then cut horizontally through towards the

14WARNING!There is an extreme danger of kickback at thispoint. Extra caution must be taken to maintaincontrol of the saw. To make the felling cut, fo

151. Relieving cut2. Cross cutTension sidePressure side1. Relieving cut2. Cross cutTension sidePressure side3334Maintenance and RepairNever operate a

16Denomination of components5761211101 2 3 489141324 23 22 1 Handle2 Choke3 Filter cover4 Tubular handle5 Muffler with spark arrester screen6 Re

17Guide bar and saw chain combinations meeting kick-back requirements of ANSI B 175.1-1991 for the usein the USAModels MAKITA DCS 6000i, 6800iGUIDE BA

18CAUTION: Before doing any work on the guide bar orchain, always switch off the engine and pullthe plug cap off the spark plug (see "Replacingth

19GH34- Turn the chain tightener (C/6) to the right (clockwise)until the chain engages the guide groove of the bottom sideof the bar (see circle). Pre

2The MAKITA DCS 6000i and 6800i will be delivered in a protective cardboard box to prevent transport damage.Cardboard is a basic raw material and is c

20BChain oilUse an oil with adhesive additive for lubricating the chain andguide bar. The adhesive additive prevents the oil from beingflung off the c

21FSTOPG34DSTOPE12AVOID SKIN AND EYE CONTACTMineral oil products degrease your skin. If your skin comes incontact with these substances repeatedly and

22and at high altitudes especially, the heat could prevent theengine from starting immediately. If this happens, proceed asfollows:- Turn the choke sw

23EChecking the chain lubricationDNever work with the chain saw withoute sufficient chain lubri-cation. Otherwise the service life of the chain and g

24In order to prevent carburetor icing in conditions of low temper-ature combined with high humidity, and in order to get up tooperating temperature f

25Files and how to work with themUse a special round file (4.8 mm dia., 3/16") for chains forsharpening the chain:Normal round files are not appr

26Replacing the suction headThe felt filter (D/1) of the suction head can become clogged.It is recommended to replace the suction head once everythree

27Electrode gapThe electrode gap must be .020" (0.5 mm).Checking the ignition spark- Press the loosened spark plug with the ignition cable firmly

28STOPThe spark arrester screen should be checked and cleanedregularly.CAUTION: Allow engine to cool before cleaning the sparkarrester screen! A hot e

29- Unscrew four screws (A/1). Remove fan housing (A/2).- Remove all pieces of cable.- Thread in a new cable dia. 5/32", 39" long (ø 4 mm x

323456 7Delivery inventory1. Chain saw2. Guide bar3. Saw chain4. Chain protection cover5. Universal wrench6. Screwdriver for carburetor adjustment7. O

30Instructions for daily and periodic maintenanceTo ensure long life, prevent damage and ensure the full functioning of the safety features the follow

31Malfunction System Observation CauseChain does not run Chain brake Engine runs Chain brake actuated.Engine does not start or Ignition system Ignitio

32Extract from the spare parts listUse only original MAKITA parts. For repairs andreplacement of other parts, see your MAKITA service center.Pos. MAKI

33Notes

34Form: 995 707 830 (5.00 GB)Specifications subject to change without noticeMAKITA CANADA INC.DOLMAR Division1950 Forbes StreetWhitby, OntarioCanada,

4Safety precautions for chain saw operatorsWhile operating the chain saw please observe thefollowing rules:a) Contact of the guide bar nose with any o

5General Safety PrecautionsThe use of any chain saw may be hazardous. At fullthrottle chain speed can reach 45 mph (20 m/s). It isimportant that you r

63Good footing is most important in chain saw work.Wear sturdy boots with nonslip soles. Steel-toed safetyboots are recommended.Proper eye protection

7Chain saw operating instructionsFor assembly follow the procedure in the appropriatesection "Mounting Guide Bar and Chain" of this Manu-al.

8Important adjustmentsWARNING!At correct idle speed, chain should not turn. For di-rections to adjust idle speed, see the appropriatesection of this M

9Position the chain saw in such a way that your body isclear of the cutting attachment whenever the engineis running (fig. 10).Don’t put pressure on t