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Makita DUC254Z User Manual

Makita DUC254Z
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14 ENGLISH
Switch action
WARNING: For your safety, this tool is
󰀨
tool from unintended starting. NEVER use the tool
if it runs when you simply pull the switch trigger
󰀨
tool to our authorized service center for proper
repairs BEFORE further usage.
WARNING: NEVER tape down or defeat pur-
󰀨
CAUTION: Before installing the battery car-
tridge into the tool, always check to see that the
switch trigger actuates properly and returns to
the "OFF" position when released.
NOTICE: Do not pull the switch trigger hard with-
󰀨
switch breakage.
To prevent the switch trigger from being accidentally
󰀨
󰀨
The tool speed increases by increasing pressure on the
switch trigger. Release the switch trigger to stop.
Fig.6: 1. Switch trigger 2.󰀨
Checking the chain brake
CAUTION: Hold the chain saw with both
hands when switching it on. Hold the top handle
with your right hand, the front handle with your
left. The bar and the chain must not be in contact
with any object.
CAUTION: Should the saw chain not stop
immediately when this test is performed, the
saw may not be used under any circumstances.
Consult our authorized service center.
1. 󰀨-
ger. The saw chain starts immediately.
2. Push the front hand guard forwards with the back
of your hand. Make sure that the chain saw comes to an
immediate standstill.
Fig.7: 1. Front hand guard 2. Unlocked position
3. Locked position
Checking the run-down brake
CAUTION: If the saw chain does not stop
within two seconds in this test, stop using the
chain saw and consult our authorized service
center.
Run the chain saw then release the switch trigger completely.
The saw chain must come to a standstill within two seconds.
Adjusting the chain lubrication

screw using the universal wrench. The amount of oil

Fig.8: 1.
Carabiner (rope attachment point)
You can hang the tool by attaching the rope to the cara-
biner. Pull up the carabiner, and then tie it with the rope.
Electronic function
The tool is equipped with the electronic functions for easy operation.
Soft start
The soft-start function minimizes start-up shock,
and makes the tool start smoothly.
ASSEMBLY
CAUTION: Always be sure that the tool is
󰀨
before carrying out any work on the tool.
CAUTION: Do not touch the saw chain with
bare hands. Always wear gloves when handling
the saw chain.
Removing or installing saw chain
CAUTION:
The saw chain and the guide bar are
still hot just after the operation. Let them cool down
enough before carrying out any work on the tool.
CAUTION: Carry out the procedure of install-
ing or removing saw chain in a clean place free
from sawdust and the like.
To install the saw chain, perform the following steps:
1.
Check the direction of the saw chain. Match the direction
of the saw chain with that of the mark on the chain saw body.
2.
Fit one end of the saw chain on the top of the guide bar.
3. Fit the other end of the saw chain around the
sprocket, then attach the guide bar to the chain saw
body, aligning the hole on the guide bar with the pin on
the chain saw body.
Fig.9: 1. Sprocket 2. Hole
4. Insert the protrusion on the sprocket cover to the
chain saw body, and then close the cover so that the
bolt and pins on the chain saw body meet their counter-
parts on the cover.
Fig.10: 1. Protrusion 2. Sprocket cover 3. Bolt
4. Pin
5. Tighten the retaining nut to secure the sprocket


procedure.)
Fig.11: 1. Retaining nut
To remove the saw chain, perform the following steps:
1.
Release the chain brake by pulling the front hand guard.
2. -
ing nut.
Fig.12: 1.2. Retaining nut
3. Remove the sprocket cover then remove the saw
chain and guide bar from the chain saw body.

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Makita DUC254Z Specifications

General IconGeneral
Idle speed- RPM
Motor typeBrushless
Chain speed24 m/s
Blade length482 mm
Product colorBlue
Oil tank capacity0.14 L
Power sourceBattery
AC input voltage18 V

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