Makita EA3500F Operator's Manual

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EA3500F
EA4300F
Operator’s and Safety Manual
for Gasoline Chain Saws
WARNING!
Read and understand this Manual. Always follow safety precautions in the Operator’s and Safety Manual.
Improper use can cause serious injury! Preserve this Manual carefully!
WARNING!
FUELS WITH MORE THAN 10% ETHANOL ARE NOT APPROVED FOR USE IN MAKITA 2-STROKE ENGINES!
Use of alternative fuels, such as E-20 (20% ethanol), E-85 (85% ethanol) or any fuels not meeting MAKITA
requirements are not approved for use in MAKITA 2-stroke gasoline engines!
USE OF ALTERNATIVE FUELS CAN CAUSE THE FOLLOWING PROBLEMS:
Poor engine performance, loss of power, overheating, fuel vapor lock, improper clutch engagement, premature
deterioration of fuel lines, premature deterioration of gaskets, premature deterioration of carburetors.
USING ALTERNATIVE FUELS AND/OR 2-STROKE OILS NOT ACCORDING TO JASO FC OR ISO-L-EGD IN
MAKITA 2-STROKE ENGINES WILL VOID YOUR ENGINE WARRANTY!
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Summary of Contents

Page 1 - Operator’s and Safety Manual

1EA3500FEA4300FOperator’s and Safety Manualfor Gasoline Chain SawsWARNING!Read and understand this Manual. Always follow safety precautions in the Ope

Page 2

109101112Position the chain saw in such a way that your body isclear of the cutting attachment whenever the engine is running (g. 10).Don’t put press

Page 3 - WARNING !

1113To avoid kickbackThe best protection from personal-injury that may result from kickback is to avoid kickback situations: 1. Hold the chain sa

Page 4

12161415To avoid pushback1. Be alert to forces or situations that may cause material to pinch the top of the chain.2. Do not cut more than

Page 5 - Additional safety precautions

1345°45°= cutting down area2121718191/10∅1/5∅11/2" (4cm)2021222345°First clear the tree base and work area from inter-fering limbs and

Page 6 - The operator

141232425262728Begin the felling cut slighty higher than the felling notch and on the opposite side of the tree (g. 22). Then cut horizontally throug

Page 7 - Proper clothing

1512329303132WARNING!There is an extreme danger of kickback at this point. Extra caution must be taken to maintain control of the saw.

Page 8 - 10 feet

161. Relieving cut2. Cross cutTension sidePressure side1. Relieving cut2. Cross cutTension sidePressure side333435Maintenance and RepairNever operate

Page 9 - Important adjustments

17Denomination of componentsIndicate when ordering spare parts!Identication plateSerial no.Year of manufacture 1 Handle 2 Cover 3 Hood lock 4

Page 10 - Kickback:

18Stroke volume cu. in (cm)3 2.1 (34,7) 2.6 (42,4)Bore inch (mm) 1.50 (38) 1.65 (42)Stroke inch (mm) 1.20 (30,6) 1.20 (30,6)Max. power at spee

Page 11 - Saw chain cutter sharpness:

195 76 5 4123STOPPut 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 b

Page 12 - Cutting techniques

2EMISSIONS COMPONENT DEFECT WARRANTY COVERAGEMAKITA U.S.A, Inc warrant to the initial retail purchaser and each subsequent owner, that this utility eq

Page 13 - "

20249 1121238109Replace the sprocket guard (3).IMPORTANT:Lift the saw chain over the chain catcher (12).Tighten the nuts (2) only hand-tight to begin

Page 14

21STOP24Checking the chain tensionThe tension of the chain is correct if the chain rests against the bottom side of the guide bar and can still

Page 15

225761235 4STOPLift the chain (6) over the sprocket (5).CAUTION:Do not insert the chain between the chain sprocket and the disc.Guide the chain from a

Page 16 - Maintenance and Repair

236 82932 10STOP24Pull the chain (6) around the sprocket nose (8) of the guide bar in the direction of the arrow.Replace the sprocket guard (3).IMPO

Page 17 - Identication plate

2412347986 5STOPMounting the guide bar and saw chainPlace the saw on a stable surface and perform the following work steps in order to install the gui

Page 18 - Technical data

258 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 gua

Page 19 - PUTTING INTO OPERATION

26121Checking 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

Page 20 - Tightening the saw chain

27Chain oilUse an oil with adhesive additive for lubricating the chain and guide bar. The adhesive additive prevents the oil from being ung off the c

Page 21 - Retightening the saw chain

28STOPRefuellingFOLLOW THE SAFETY PRECAUTIONS!Be careful and cautious when handling fuels.The engine must be switched off!Thoroughly clean the area ar

Page 22 - CAUTION:

292 31+-STOPChecking the chain lubricationNever work with the chain saw withoute sufcient chain lubri-cation. Otherwise the service life of the c

Page 23 - Retensioning the saw chain

3The EA3500F and EA4300F will be delivered in a protective cardboard box to prevent transport damage. Cardboard is a basic raw material and is consequ

Page 24

30STOP145 32STOPONStarting the engineDo not start the chain saw until after it is completely as-sembled and checked!Move at least 3 meters / 10 feet a

Page 25

3178Working in winterIn order to prevent carburetor icing in conditions of low tempe-rature combined with high humidity, and below + 40°F (+ 5°C) in o

Page 26 - Chain brake

32S HLSERVICEAdjusting the carburetorCAUTION: Carburetor adjustment may only be done by a specialist MAKITA service center! Do not undertake any adjus

Page 27 -

33ααββmin. 0.11” (3 mm)STOPThe sharpening angle (α) must be identical for all cutters!30° for chain type 092, 484The teeth will have the proper

Page 28 - Refuelling

341 24/5Files and how to work with themUse a special saw chain round le for sharpening. Standard round les are unsuitable. For the order number, see

Page 29

35Cleaning 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

Page 30 - Starting the engine

368 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

Page 31 - Checking the chain brake

37Cleaning the air lter127345346CAUTION: To prevent eye injury, always wear eye protection when cleaning the lter with compressed air!Do not use fue

Page 32 - Adjusting the carburetor

38Checking the ignition sparkInsert combination tool between hood and cylinder as shown.CAUTION! Do not insert the combination tool into the s

Page 33 - MAINTENANCE

391294101211786513314Replacing the starter cable/ Replacing the return spring pack/Replacing the starter springUnscrew four screws (1).Remove fan hous

Page 34

4Delivery inventorySymbolsYou will notice the following symbols on the chain saw and in the Operator’s and Safety Manual:In case one of the parts list

Page 35 - Cleaning the guide bar

4016Replacing the fuel lterThe felt lter (16) of the suction head can become clogged. It is recommended to replace the suction head

Page 36 - Replacing the saw chain

41General Chain saw Clean exterior, check for damage. In case of damage, have repaired by a qualied service center immediately Saw chain

Page 37 - Cleaning the air lter

42Service, spare parts and guaranteeMaintenance and repairThe maintenance and repair of modern engines as well as all safety devices require qualied

Page 38 - Replacing the spark plug

43Trouble shootingMalfunction System Observation CauseChain does not run Chain brake Engine runs Chain brake actuated.Engine does not start or

Page 39 - Mounting the fan housing

44Extract from the spare parts list Use only original MAKITA parts. For repairs and replacement of other parts, see your MAKITA service center.E

Page 40

45Extract from the spare parts list Use only original MAKITA parts. For repairs and replacement of other parts, see your MAKITA service center.P

Page 43 - Trouble shooting

48 Specications subject to change without noticeChangements sans préavisForm: 995 701 040 (7.11 GB )Makita U.S.A., Inc.14930 Northam StreetLa MiradaC

Page 44

5Safety precautions for chain saw operatorsWhile operating the chain saw please observe the following rules:a) Contact of the guide bar nose w

Page 45

612max. CKA 45Omax. CKA 40OC USGeneral Safety PrecautionsThe use of any chain saw may be hazardous. At full throttle chain speed can reach 45 mph (20

Page 46

734The sawParts of the chain saw: illustrations and description of parts see page 17.WARNING !Never modify a chain saw in any way. Only attach-ments s

Page 47

86510 feet5a6aChain saw operating instructionsFor assembly follow the procedure in the appropriate section "Mounting Guide Bar and Chain" o

Page 48 - Makita Canada Inc

97Important adjustmentsWARNING!At correct idle speed, chain should not turn. For di-rections to adjust idle speed, see the appropriate section of this

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