Makita EA3500S Original Instruction Manual

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24adjusting screw:• to the right for a faster• to the left for a sloweroil feed rate.Select one of the two settings, depending on the guide barlength.While working, make sure there is enough chain oil in thetank. If necessary, add oil.(Fig. 55)To ensure troublefree operation of the oil pump the oil guidegroove at the crank case (2) and the oil inlet bore in the guidebar (3) must be cleaned regularly.Note:After the saw has been turned off it is normal for residualchain oil to drip from the oil feed system, the guide bar andthe chain for a time. This does not constitute a defect!Place the saw on a suitable surface.6-11. Starting the engine (Fig. 56)Do not start the chain saw until after it is completelyassembled and checked!Move at least 3 meters/10 feet away from the place where thechain saw was fuelled.Make sure you have a secure footing, and place the saw onthe ground in such a way that the guide bar and chain are notnear anything.Actuate the chain brake (block it).Hold the front handle firmly with one hand and press the sawagainst the ground.Hold down the rear handguard with your right foot as shown.Note: The Featherlight-Start System lets you start the sawwithout effort. Go through the starting procedure smoothlyand evenly.6-12. Cold starting: (Fig. 57)ONCold start (Choke)Warm start (ON)Engine offCombination switch in safety position(ignition current cut off, necessary for allmaintenance, repair, and installation work)Prime the fuel pump (5) by pressing it several times until youcan see fuel in the pump.Move the combination switch (1) up (choke position). Thisalso actuates the half-throttle lock.Pull the starter handle (2) smoothly and evenly.CAUTION: Do not pull the starter cable more than about50 cm/20” out, and let it back in slowly by hand.Repeat the starting procedure twice.Move the combination switch (1) to the central “ON” position.Pull the starter handle smoothly and evenly again. As soon asthe engine is running, grasp the rear handle (the safety lockbutton (3) is actuated by the palm of the hand) and press thethrottle trigger (4).CAUTION: The engine must be put in idle immediately afterstarting. If this is not done, the clutch can be damaged.Now disengage the chain brake.6-13. Warm starting:As described above for cold starting, but before starting pushthe combination switch (1) up (Choke position) andthen right away back to the middle “ON” position. This isonly to engage the half-throttle lock. If the engine doesn’tstart after 2 or 3 pulls, repeat the entire starting procedure asdescribed for cold starting.NOTE: If the engine was switched off only for a short time,the saw can be started without using the combination switch.Important: If the fuel tank has been completely emptied andthe engine has stopped due to lack of fuel prime the fuelpump (5) by pressing it several times until you can see fuel inthe pump.6-14. Stopping the engineDepress the combination switch (1).NOTE: After being pressed down, the combination switch willrevert to the ON position again. The engine is switched off,but can be turned on again without moving the combinationswitch.IMPORTANT: To cut off the ignition current, push thecombination switch all the way down past the resistance pointto the safety position ( ).6-15. Checking the chain brake (Fig. 58)The chain brake must be checked before every use of thesaw!Start the engine as described above (have a secure footing,place the chain saw on the ground so that the chain andguide bar are not near anything).Hold the front handle firmly, with your other hand on the reargrip.Let the engine run at medium speed and push the handguard(6) in the direction of the arrow using the back of your hand,until the chain brake engages. The chain should now stopimmediately.Bring the engine back to idle and release the chain brake.Caution: If the chain does not stop immediately in thistest, turn off the engine immediately. Do NOT use thechain saw in this condition! Contact a MAKITA servicecentre.6-16. Adjusting the carburetor (Fig. 59)CAUTION: Carburetor adjustment may only be done by aspecialist MAKITA service centre!SERVICEOnly adjusting screw (T) can be manipulated by the user.If the saw chain moves in idle (i.e. without the throttle beingpressed), it is imperative to correct the idle speed!Do not adjust the idle speed until after completeassembly and testing of the saw!Idle speed adjustment must only be undertaken whenthe engine is warm, with a clean air filter and properlyinstalled guide bar and chain.Use a screwdriver (4 mm blade) for idle adjustments.Adjusting the idle speedTurn adjusting screw (T) counter-clockwise (unscrew): Idlespeed decreases.Turn adjusting screw (T) clockwise (screw in): Idle speedincreases.Important: If the saw chain still moves during idle evenafter you have adjusted the idle speed, do NOT use thesaw. Take it to a MAKITA service centre!7. MAINTENANCE7-1. Sharpening the saw chainCAUTION: Before doing any work on the guide bar or