Makita EA3200S Instruction Manual

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30Note: For saw models with catalytic converters (EA3200S,EA3201S), remove the converter along with the upper mufflerhalf.The screws on the bottom muffler half (14) are nowaccessible, and it is possible to check them for tightness. Ifthey are loose, tighten by hand (Caution: do not over‑tighten).7-9. Replacing the starter cable/ Replacingthe return spring pack/Replacing thestarter spring(Fig. 72)Unscrew three screws (1).Remove fan housing (2).Remove the air guide (3) from the fan housing.CAREFUL! Injury hazard! Do not unscrew screw (7) if thereturn spring is under tension.If the starter cable is to be replaced although it is not broken,it will be necessary to first de‑tension the cable drum returnspring (13).To do this, use the grip to pull the cable all the way out of thefan housing.Hold the cable drum with one hand, and with the other pushthe cable into the space (14).Carefully let the drum turn until the return spring is no longerunder tension.Unscrew screw (7) and remove the driver (8) and spring (6).Carefully remove the cable drum.Remove any cable pieces.Thread a new cable (dia. 3.0 mm, length 900 mm) as shownin the illustration (don’t forget the washer (10)) and knot bothends as shown.Pull knot (11) into the cable drum (5).Pull knot (12) into the starter grip (9).Put the drum on its spindle and turn it slightly until the returnspring engages.Place the spring (6) in the driver (8) and place them togetherin the cable drum (5) while turning slightly counter‑clockwise.Insert screw (7) and tighten.Guide the cable into the slot (14) on the cable drum and turnthe drum with the cable clockwise three times.Hold the cable drum with your left hand and with your righthand untwist the cable, pull it tight and hold it.Carefully release the cable drum. The spring will wind thecable around the drum.Repeat the procedure once. The starter grip should nowstand straight up on the fan housing.NOTE: With the cable pulled all the way out, it must still bepossible to turn the pulley another 1/4 turn against the returnspring.CAUTION: Danger of injury! Secure the cable grip whenpulled out! It will whip back if the cable pulley is releasedby accident.Replacing the return spring packDisassemble the fan housing and cable drum (see above).CAREFUL! Injury hazard! The return spring can pop out!Always wear eye protection and protective gloves!Lightly tap the fan housing on a wooden surface with the en‑tire surface of the hollow side, and hold it down. Now lift thefan housing carefully and in small steps. This will allow thereturn spring pack (13), which should now have fallen out, torelax in a controlled manner if the return spring has poppedout of the plastic pack.Carefully insert a new return spring cassette and press downuntil it engages.Place the cable drum on it and turn it slightly until the returnspring engages.Install the spring (6) and driver (8) and screw on tight withscrew (7).Tension the spring (see above).Replacing the starter springNOTE: If the spring (6) in the Featherlight‑Starting system isbroken, more effort will be required to start the engine andyou will notice some resistance when pulling the starter cable.If you notice this, check the spring (6) and replace if neces‑sary.7-10. Mounting the fan housing(Fig. 72)Insert the air guide (3) in the fan housing so that the threerecesses (4) engage.Position the fan housing against the housing, press against itlightly and pull the starter grip until the starter engages.Tighten screws (1).7-11. Cleaning the air filter compartment / fancompartment(Fig. 73)Remove cover.Remove the fan housing.CAUTION: To prevent eye injury, always wear eye protec-tion when cleaning the filter with compressed air!The entire area (15) can now be brushed clean or cleanedwith compressed air.7-12. Cleaning the cylinder fins(Fig. 74)A bottle brush can be used to clean the cylinder fins.7-13. Replacing the suction head(Fig. 75)The felt filter (16) of the suction head can become clogged. Itis recommended to replace the suction head once everythree months in order to ensure unimpeded fuel flow to thecarburetor.To remove the suction head for replacement, pull it outthrough the tank filler neck using a piece of wire bent at oneend to form a hook.