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(Original instructions)
Thank you for purchasing a MAKITA product!
Congratulations on choosing a MAKITA chain saw! We are confident that you will be
satisfied with this modern piece of equipment.
The DCS230T/DCS231T/DCS232T (Tophandle) is a very light and handy chain saw
with the handle on the top. This model was developed especially for tree surgery and
care. Only persons who have completed training in working from elevated platforms
(cherry pickers, lifts), from platforms mounted on ladders or who are proficient in
climbing with ropes are permitted to operate this chain saw.
The automatic chain lubrication with variable-flow oil pump and maintenance-free
electronic ignition ensure trouble-free operation, while the hand-saving anti-vibration
system and ergonomic grips and controls make work easier, safer, and less tiring for
the user.
The safety features of the DCS230T/DCS231T/DCS232T are state of the art and
meet all German and international safety standards.
They include handguards on both grips, grip safety, chain catch, safety saw chain,
and chain brake. The chain brake can be actuated manually, and is also inertia-actu-
ated automatically in case of kickback.
In order to ensure the proper functioning and performance of your
new chain saw, and to safeguard your own personal safety, it is
imperative that you read this instruction manual thoroughly before
operation. Be especially careful to observe all safety precautions!
Failure to observe these precautions can lead to severe injury or
death!
For European countries only
EC Declaration of Conformity
We Makita Corporation as the responsible manufacturer declare that the
following Makita machine(s):
Designation of Machine: Petrol Chain Saw
Model No./ Type: DCS230T, DCS231T, DCS232T
Specifications: see "TECHNICAL DATA" table.
are of series production and
Conforms to the following European Directives:
2000/14/EC, 2006/42/EC
And are manufactured in accordance with the following standards or standardized
documents:
EN ISO 11681-2
The EC-Type Examination Certificate No.
4811008.12001
The EC-Type Examination per 98/37/EC and 2006/42/EC was performed by:
DEKRA Testing and Certification GmbH,
Enderstraße 92b, 01277 Dresden, Germany
Identification No. 2140
The technical documentation is kept by:
Makita International Europe Ltd. Technical Department,
Michigan Drive, Tongwell,
Milton Keynes, Bucks MK15 8JD, England
The conformity assessment procedure required by Directive 2000/14/EC was in
Accordance with annex V.
Measured Sound Power Level: 106.0 dB
Guaranteed Sound Power Level: 107.0 dB
4th November 2009
Makita Corporation
3-11-8, Sumiyoshi-cho,
Anjo, Aichi, JAPAN
Tomoyasu Kato
Director
Table of contents
Packing .................................................................................................................... 14
General precautions ............................................................................................ 15
Protective equipment .......................................................................................... 15
Fuels / Refuelling ................................................................................................ 15
Putting into operation .......................................................................................... 15
Kickback .............................................................................................................. 15
Transport and storage ......................................................................................... 16
Maintenance........................................................................................................ 16
First aid ............................................................................................................... 16
Vibration .............................................................................................................. 16
Technical data ......................................................................................................... 17
Chain brake ......................................................................................................... 18
Fuels / Refuelling ...........................................................................................18-19
Starting the engine.............................................................................................. 19
Cold start............................................................................................................. 19
Warm start........................................................................................................... 19
Stopping the engine ............................................................................................ 19
MAINTENANCE
Cleaning the air filter ........................................................................................... 20
Cleaning the muffler ............................................................................................ 20
Trouble shooting ..................................................................................................... 21
Packing
Your MAKITA chain saw will be delivered in a protective cardboard box to prevent
transport damage.
Cardboard is a basic raw material and is consequently reuse-able or suitable for recy-
cling (waste paper recycling).
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