Makita DC18RD User Manual

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Cleaning the sprocket cover
Chips and saw dust will accumulate inside of the
sprocket cover. Remove the sprocket cover and saw
chain from the tool then clean the chips and saw dust.
Cleaning the oil discharge hole
Small dust or particles may be built up in the oil dis-
charge hole during operation. These dust or particles
mayimpairtheoiltoowandcauseaninsufcient
lubrication on the whole saw chain. When a poor chain
oil delivery occurs at the top of guide bar, clean the oil
discharge hole as follows.
1. Remove the sprocket cover and saw chain from
the tool.
2. Remove the small dust or particles using a slotted
screwdriver with a slender shaft or the like.
2
1
►1. Slotted screwdriver 2. Oil discharge hole
3. Insert the battery cartridge into the tool. Pull the
switchtriggertoowbuilt-updustorparticlesofftheoil
discharge 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 sprocket
CAUTION: A worn sprocket will damage a
new saw chain. Have the sprocket replaced in this
case.
Beforettinganewsawchain,checktheconditionof
the sprocket.
1
2
►1. Sprocket 2. Areas to be worn out
Alwaystanewlockingringwhenreplacingthe
sprocket.
1 2
►1. Locking ring 2. Sprocket
NOTICE: Make sure that the sprocket is installed
as shown in the gure.
Storing the tool
1. Clean the tool before storing. Remove any chips
and sawdust from the tool after removing the sprocket
cover.
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.
4. Empty the oil tank.

Makita DC18RD Specifications

General

Type	Indoor battery charger
Product type	Battery charger
Product color	Black, Blue
Battery voltage	18 V
Battery capacity	- Ah
Charging voltage	14.4 - 18 V
USB port current	1.5 A
Battery technology	-
Recharge indicator	Yes
Brand compatibility	Makita
Battery recharge time	0.37 h
Maximum charging time	0.75 h
Battery capacity (max)	5 Ah
Battery capacity (min)	3 Ah
Power protection features	Over current, Over voltage, Overheating
Number of batteries supported	2
Compatible battery technologies	Lithium-Ion (Li-Ion)
Quantity per pack	1 pc(s)

Weight and Dimensions

Weight	2245 g