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Chain oil
Use an oil with adhesive additive for lubricating the chain and guide bar. The adhesive additive prevents the oil from being flung
off the chain too quickly.
We recommend the use of chain oil which is bio-degradable in order to protect the environment. The use of bio-degradable oil
may even be required by local regulations.
The chain oil BIOTOP sold by MAKITA is made of special vegetable oils and is 100% bio-degradable. BIOTOP has been
granted the “blue angel” (Blauer Umweltschutz-Engel) for being particularly environment-friendly (RAL UZ 48).
BIOTOP chain oil is available in the following sizes:
1 l order number 980 008 210
5 l order number 980 008 211
Bio-degradable oil is stable only for a limited period of time. It should be used within 2 years from the date of manufacture
(printed on the container).
Important note on bio-degradable chain oils:
If you are not planning to use the saw again for an extended period of time, empty the oil tank and put in a small amount of regular engine oil (SAE 30),
and then run the saw for a time. This is necessary to flush out all remaining bio-degradable oil from the oil tank, oil-feed system, chain and guide bar, as
many such oils tend to leave sticky residues over time, which can cause damage to the oil pump or other parts.
The next time you use the saw, fill the tank with BIOTOP chain oil again. In case of damage caused by using waste oil or inappropriate chain oil the prod-
uct guarantee will be null and void.
Your salesman will inform you about the use of chain oil.
NEVER USE WASTE OIL
Waste oil is very dangerous for the environment.
Waste oil contains high amounts of carcinogenic substances. Residues in waste oil result in a high
degree of wear and tear at the oil pump and the sawing device.
In case of damage caused by using waste oil or unappropriate chain oil the product guarantee will
be null and void.
Your salesman will inform you about the use of chain oil.
AVOID SKIN AND EYE CONTACT
Mineral oil products degrease your skin. If your skin comes in contact with these substances
repeatedly and for an extended period of time, it will desiccate. Various skin deseases may result.
In addition, allergic reactions are known to occur.
Eyes can be irritated by contact with oil. If oil comes into your eyes, immediately wash them with
clear water.
If your eyes are still irritated, see a doctor immediately!
Refuelling
FOLLOW THE SAFETY PRECAUTIONS!
Be careful and cautious when handling fuels.
The engine must be switched off!
Thoroughly clean the area around the caps, to prevent dirt from getting into the fuel or oil tank.
Unscrew the cap and fill the tank with fuel (fuel/oil mixture) or chain oil as the case may be. Fill up to
the bottom edge of the filler neck. Be careful not to spill fuel or chain oil!
Tighten the fuel caps far as it will go.
Clean screw cap and tank after refuelling.
Lubricating the chain
During operation there must always be sufficient chain oil in the chain-oil tank to provide good chain lubrication. One filling is sufficient for
about one half-hour of continuous operation. When working, check that there is still sufficient chain oil in the tank and top up if necessary.
Check only when the engine is switched off!
Adjusting the chain lubrication
The engine must be switched off.
You can adjust the oil pump feed rate with the adjusting screw (1). The amount of oil can be
adjusted using the universal wrench.
waste oil
fuel/oil mixture
chain oil
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