TROUBLESHOOTING
Before 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 Makita replace-
ment parts for repairs.
Malfunction status
The tool does not start.
The motor stops running after a little use.
No oil on the chain.
The tool does not reach maximum RPM.
The main power lamp is blinking in green.
Abnormal vibration:
Stop the tool immediately!
The saw chain cannot be installed.
OPTIONAL ACCESSORIES
CAUTION:
These accessories or attachments
are recommended for use with your Makita tool
specified in this manual. The use of any other
accessories or attachments might present a risk of
injury to persons. Only use accessory or attachment
for its stated purpose.
If you need any assistance for more details regard-
ing these accessories, ask your local Makita Service
Center.
•
Saw chain
•
Guide bar
•
Guide bar cover
•
Angled attachment
•
File
•
Makita genuine battery and charger
WARNING:
If you purchase a guide bar of
different length from the standard guide bar, also
purchase a suitable guide bar cover together. It
must fit and fully cover the guide bar on the tool.
NOTE: Some items in the list may be included in the
tool package as standard accessories. They may
differ from country to country.
Cause
Battery cartridge is not installed.
Battery problem (low voltage).
Main power switch is off.
Battery's charge level is low.
Oil tank is empty.
Oil guide groove is dirty.
Battery cartridge is installed improperly.
Battery power is dropping.
The drive system does not work correctly.
Switch trigger is pulled under an unoperat-
able condition.
Loose guide bar or saw chain.
Tool malfunction.
The combination of saw chain and
sprocket is not correct.
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Action
Install a charged battery cartridge.
Recharge the battery cartridge. If recharging
is not effective, replace the battery cartridge.
The tool is automatically turned off if it is
un-operated for a certain period. Turn on
the main power switch again.
Recharge the battery cartridge. If recharging
is not effective, replace the battery cartridge.
Fill the oil tank.
Clean the groove.
Install the battery cartridge as described in
this manual.
Recharge the battery cartridge. If recharging
is not effective, replace the battery cartridge.
Ask the authorized service center in your
region for repair.
Pull the switch trigger after the main power
switch is turned on.
Adjust the guide bar and saw chain
tension.
Ask the authorized service center in your
region for repair.
Use the correct combination of saw chain
and sprocket by referring to the section for
specifications.