Makita UA004G Instruction Manual

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21 ENGLISHCleaning the oil discharge holeSmall dust or particles may be built up in the oil dis-charge hole during operation. These dust or particlesmay impair the oil to flow and cause an insufficientlubrication on the whole saw chain. When a poor chainoil delivery occurs at the top of guide bar, clean the oildischarge hole as follows.1. Remove the sprocket cover and saw chain fromthe tool.2. Remove the small dust or particles using a slottedscrewdriver or the like.► Fig.50: 1. Slotted screwdriver 2. Oil discharge hole3. Insert the battery cartridge into the tool. Pull theswitch trigger to flow built-up dust or particles off the oildischarge hole by discharging chain oil.4. Remove the battery cartridge from the tool.Reinstall the sprocket cover and saw chain on the tool.Replacing the sprocketCAUTION: A worn sprocket will damage anew saw chain. Have the sprocket replaced in thiscase.Before fitting a new saw chain, check the condition ofthe sprocket. If the sprocket is worn or damaged, askMakita Authorized Service Centers for replacement.► Fig.51: 1. Sprocket 2. Areas to be worn outStoring the tool1. Clean the tool before storing. Remove any chipsand sawdust from the tool after removing the sprocketcover.2. After cleaning the tool, run it under no load to lubri-cate the saw chain and guide bar.3. Cover the guide bar with the guide bar cover, andthen shorten the pipe.4. Empty the oil tank.Instructions for periodic maintenanceTo ensure long life, prevent damage and ensure the full functioning of the safety features, the following maintenancemust be performed regularly. Warranty claims can be recognized only if this work is performed regularly and properly.Failure to perform the prescribed maintenance work can lead to accidents! The user of the tool must not performmaintenance work which is not described in the instruction manual. All such work must be carried out by our autho-rized service center.Check item / Operating time BeforeoperationEveryday Every week Every 3monthAnnually BeforestorageEntire tool Inspection. - - - - -Cleaning. - - - - -Check atauthorizedservice center.- - - -Saw chain Inspection. - - - - -Sharpening ifnecessary.- - - - -Guide bar Inspection. - - - -Remove fromthe tool.- - - - -ChainlubricationCheck the oilfeed rate.- - - - -Switch trigger Inspection. - - - - -Lock-off lever Inspection. - - - - -Oil tank cap Checktightness.- - - - -Screws andnutsInspection. - - - - -