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Page 1: Instruction Manual
Instruction Manual Original Instruction Manual DCS460 DCS461 DCS500 DCS501 Important: Read this instruction manual carefully before putting the chain saw into operation and strictly observe the safety regulations! Keep this instruction manual! -
Page 2: Table Of Contents
Working behavior/Method of working ......6-7 with a spring-loaded starting assist. Transport and storage ............. 8 MAKITA chain saws DCS460, 461, 500, 501 are equipped with Maintenance ..............8 the latest safety features and meet all national and international First aid ................8 standards. -
Page 3: Delivery Inventory
Delivery inventory DCS461/501 = Saw with decompression valve 1. Chain saw 2. Guide bar 3. Saw chain 4. Chain protection cover 5. Universal wrench 6. Offset screwdriver 7. Screwdriver for carburetor adjustment In case one of the parts listed should not be included in the delivery inventory, please consult your sales agent. -
Page 4: Safety Precautions
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS Intended use Power chain saws Protective gloves (6) made of thick leather are part of the This power chain saw may be used only for sawing wood out of doors. prescribed equipment and must always be worn during It is intended for the followisng uses depending on its class: operation of the chain saw. -
Page 5: Fuels / Refuelling
Fuels / Refuelling Stop the engine before refuelling the chain saw. Do not smoke or work near open Þ res (5). Let the engine cool down before refuelling. Fuels can contain substances similar to solvents. Eyes and skin should not come in contact with mineral oil products. Always wear protective gloves when refuelling. -
Page 6: Kickback
Kickback - When working with the chain saw dangerous kickbacks may occur. Kickback occurs when the upper part of the end of the guide bar inadvertently touches wood or other hard objects (10). This causes the saw to be thrown back toward the user with great force and out of control. - Page 7 Be careful when cutting splintery wood. Cut pieces of wood may be pulled along (risk of injuries). When cutting with the upper edge of the guide bar, the chain saw may be pushed in the direction of the user if the chain gets clamped.
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Page 8: Transport And Storage
All other work must be carried out by MAKITA Service. Use only original MAKITA spare parts and accessories. Using spare parts other than original MAKITA parts or ac- cesories and guide bar/chain combinations or lengths which are not approved bring a high risk of accidents. We cannot... -
Page 9: Technical Data
Fuel tank capacity 0,47 Chain oil tank capacity 0,27 Mixture ratio (fuel/two-stroke oil) - when using MAKITA oil 50 : 1 - when using Aspen Alkylat (two-stroke fuel) 50 : 1 (2%) - when using other oils 50 : 1 (quality grade: JASO FC or ISO EGD) -
Page 10: Putting Into Operation
PUTTING INTO OPERATION CAUTION: Before doing any work on the guide bar or chain, always switch off the engine and pull the plug cap off the spark plug (see „Replacing the spark plug“). Always wear protec- tive gloves! CAUTION: Start the chain saw only after having assembled it com- pletely and inspected. -
Page 11: Tightening The Saw Chain
Lift the chain (9) over the sprocket (8). CAUTION: Do not insert the chain between the chain sprocket and the disc. Guide the chain from above about halfway into the groove (10) on the guide bar. Place the chain over the chain catch (11) on the bottom. CAUTION: Note that the cutting edges along the top of the chain must point in the direction of the arrow! -
Page 12: Checking The Chain Tension
Checking the chain tension The tension of the chain is correct if the chain rests against the bottom side of the guide bar and can still be easily turned by hand. While doing so the chain brake must be released. Check the chain tension frequently - new chains tend to get longer during use! When checking the chain tension the engine must be switched... -
Page 13: Fuels
980 008 611 The chain oil BIOTOP sold by MAKITA is made of special vegetable oils and is 100% bio-degradable. BIOTOP has been Bio-degradable oil is stable only for a limited period of granted the „blue angel“... -
Page 14: Refuelling
Important note on bio-degradable chain oils If you are not planning to use the saw again for an ex- The next time you use the saw, Þ ll the tank with BIOTOP tended period of time, empty the oil tank and put in a chain oil again. -
Page 15: Checking The Chain Lubrication
Checking the chain lubrication Never work with the chain saw withoute sufÞ cient chain lubri - ca tion. Otherwise the service life of the chain and guide bar will be reduced. Before starting work check the oil level in the tank and the oil feed. -
Page 16: Starting The Engine
Starting the engine Do not start the chain saw until after it is completely as- sembled and checked! Move at least 3 meters / 10 feet away from the place where the chain saw was fuelled. Make sure you have a secure footing, and place the saw on the ground in such a way that the guide bar and chain are not near anything. -
Page 17: Working In Winter
Caution: If the chain does not stop immediately in this test, turn off the engine immediately. Do NOT use the chain saw in this condition! Contact a MAKITA service centre. Working in winter In order to prevent carburetor icing in conditions of low tempe- rature combined with high humidity, and below + 5°C in order... -
Page 18: Adjusting The Carburetor (Only For Eu-Countries)
Adjust the carburetor only with the engine warm, a clean air Þ lter, and properly installed cutting tool. Carburetor adjustment may be done only by a MAKITA service centre. Improper adjustment can cause damage to the engine. -
Page 19: Adjusting The Carburetor (Only For Not Eu-Countries)
Þ lter clean, and the chain counter-clockwise. properly tensioned. Have carburetor adjustment done by an authorised MAKITA service centre. 4. Check top speed The carburetor is factory-adjusted for the air pressure at sea level. At other elevations or under other conditions of weather,... -
Page 20: Maintenance Sharpening The Saw Chain
MAINTENANCE Sharpening the saw chain CAUTION: Before doing any work on the guide bar or chain, always switch off the engine and pull the plug cap off the spark plug (see „Replacing the spark plug“). Always wear protective gloves! The chain needs sharpening when: The sawdust produced when sawing damp wood looks like wood ß... - Page 21 Files and how to work with them Use a special saw chain round Þ le for sharpening. Standard round Þ les are unsuitable. For the order number, see “Accessories”. Type 086, 484, 686: File the Þ rst cutter half with a 4,8 mm dia. round saw-chain Þ...
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Page 22: Cleaning The Brake Band And Sprocket Interior
The chain brake is a very important safety device and like any other component subject to normal wear and tear. SERVICE Regular inspection and maintenance are important for your own safety and must be done by a MAKITA service centre. Cleaning the guide bar CAUTION: Protective gloves must be worn. -
Page 23: Replacing The Saw Chain
Replacing the saw chain CAUTION: Use only chains and guide bars designed for this saw (see the Extract from the spare-parts list)! When changing chain types, always make sure to use the clutch drum cpl. (12). It may be necessary to change the clutch drum cpl. -
Page 24: Cleaning The Air Þ Lter
Cleaning the air Þ lter CAUTION: To prevent eye injury, always wear eye protection when cleaning the Þ lter with compressed air! Do not use fuel to clean the air Þ lter. Disengage the cover clasp (1) with the universal wrench and take off the cover (2). -
Page 25: Replacing The Spark Plug
Replacing the spark plug CAUTION: Do not touch the spark plug or plug cap if the engine is running (high voltage). Switch off the engine before starting any maintenance work. A hot engine can cause burns. Wear protective gloves! The spark plug must be replaced in case of damage to the insulator, electrode erosion (burn) or if the electrodes are very dirty or oily. -
Page 26: Replacing The Starter Cable / Replacing The Return Spring
Replacing the starter cable/ Replacing the return spring pack/Replacing the starter spring Unscrew four screws (1). Remove fan housing (2). Remove the air guide (3) from the fan housing. CAREFUL! Injury hazard! Do not unscrew screw (7) if the return spring is under tension. If the starter cable is to be replaced although it is not broken, it will be necessary to Þ... -
Page 27: Cleaning The Cylinder Area
Cleaning the cylinder area Remove cover. Remove the fan housing. CAUTION: To prevent eye injury, always wear eye protection when cleaning the Þ lter with compressed air! The entire area (14) can now be brushed clean or cleaned with compressed air. A bottle brush can come in handy for cleaning out the cylinder ribs. -
Page 28: Instructions For Periodic Maintenance
The user of the chain saw must not perform maintenance work which is not described in the instruction manual. All such work must be carried out by a MAKITA service centre. Page General Chain saw Clean exterior, check for damage. -
Page 29: Service, Spare Parts And Guarantee
To Þ nd your local distributor, please visit www.makita-outdoor.com Please bear in mind that if parts other than original MAKITA spare parts are used, this will automatically invalidate the MAKITA product guarantee. -
Page 30: Trouble Shooting
Trouble shooting Malfunction System Observation Cause Chain does not run Chain brake Engine runs Chain brake actuated. Engine does not start or Ignition system Ignition spark Malfunction in fuel supply system, com- only with difÞ culty pression system, mechanical malfunction. No ignition spark Switch on STOP, fault or short-circuit in the wiring, plug cap or spark plug defective. -
Page 31: Extract From Spare Parts List
Extract from the spare parts list DCS460 / DCS461 Use only original MAKITA parts. For repairs and DCS500 / DCS501 replacement of other parts, see your MAKITA service centre. 31/32... -
Page 32: Accessories
Extract from the spare parts list DCS460 / DCS461 Use only original MAKITA parts. For repairs and DCS500 / DCS501 replacement of other parts, see your MAKITA service centre. Accessories (not delivered with the chain saw) Pos. MAKITA-No. Qty. Denomination 25 953 100 090... - Page 33 Notes...
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- Page 36 To Þ nd your local distributor, please visit www.makita-outdoor.com MAKITA Werkzeug GmbH SpeciÞ cations subject to change without notice Postfach 70 04 20 D-22004 Hamburg Form: 995 705 302 (3.10 GB) Germany...