20TROUBLE SHOOTINGBefore asking for repairs, conduct your own inspection first. If you find a problem that is not explained in the manual,do not attempt to dismantle the tool. Instead, ask Makita Authorized Service Centers, always using Makitareplacement parts for repairs.014805OPTIONAL ACCESSORIESCAUTION:• These accessories or attachments are recommendedfor use with your Makita tool specified in this manual.The use of any other accessories or attachments mightpresent a risk of injury to persons. Only use accessoryor attachment for its stated purpose.If you need any assistance for more details regardingthese accessories, ask your local Makita Service Center.• Makita genuine battery and charger• Saw chain• Guide bar• Guide bar cover• File• Tool bagNOTE:• Some items in the list may be included in the toolpackage as standard accessories. They may differ fromcountry to country.ENG905-1NoiseThe typical A-weighted noise level determined accordingto EN60745:Sound pressure level (L pA ): 84.4 dB (A)Sound power level (LWA): 95.4 dB (A)Uncertainty (K): 2.5 dB (A)Wear ear protectionENG900-1VibrationThe vibration total value (tri-axial vector sum) determinedaccording to EN60745:Model DUC252Work mode: cutting woodVibration emission (ah ): 4.7 m/s2Uncertainty (K): 1.5 m/s2Model DUC302Work mode: cutting woodVibration emission (ah ): 6.3 m/s2Uncertainty (K): 1.5 m/s2Malfunction status Cause ActionChain saw does not start.Two battery cartridges are notinstalled. Install the charged battery cartridges.Battery problem (under voltage).Recharge the battery cartridge. Ifrecharging is not effective, replacebattery cartridge.Chain does not run. Chain brake activated. Release chain brake.Motor stops running after a little use. Battery’s charge level is low.Recharge the battery cartridge. Ifrecharging is not effective, replacebattery cartridge.No oil on the chain.Oil tank is empty. Fill the oil tank.Oil guide groove is dirty. Clean the groove.Oil delivery is not adjusted properly. Adjust amount of oil delivery.It does not reach maximum RPM.Battery cartridge is installedimproperly.Install the battery cartridge asdescribed in this manual.Battery power is dropping.Recharge the battery cartridge. Ifrecharging is not effective, replacebattery cartridge.The drive system does not workcorrectly.Ask your local authorized servicecenter for repair.Chain does not stop even the chainbrake is activated:Stop the machine immediately!Brake band worn down. Ask your local authorized servicecenter for repair.Abnormal vibration:Stop the machine immediately!Loose guide bar or saw chain. Adjust the guide bar and saw chaintension.Tool malfunction. Ask your local authorized servicecenter for repair.