Transport And Storage; Maintenance; First Aid; Vibration - Makita DCS231T Originalbetriebsanleitung

- The material between both cuts (C) serves as a
hinge. Never cut it through, otherwise the tree will fall
without any control. Insert felling wedges in time.
- Secure the cut only with wedges made of plastic or
aluminium. Do not use iron wedges. If the saw hits an
iron wedge the chain can be seriously damaged or
torn.
- When cutting down a tree always stay sidewards of the
falling tree.
- When withdrawing after having performed the cut, be
alert for falling branches.
- When working on sloping ground the user of the chain
saw must stay above or sidewards of the trunk to be
cut or the tree already cut down.
- Be alert for trunks which may roll towards you.

Transport and storage

- When changing your location during work switch off the
chain saw and actuate the chain brake in order to
prevent an inadvertent start of the chain.
- Never carry or transport the chain saw with the chain
running.
- When transporting the chain saw over long distances
the guide bar protection cover (delivered with the chain
saw) must be applied.
- Carry the chain saw with the tubular handle. The guide
bar points backwards (Fig. 20). Avoid coming in
contact with the muffler (danger of burns).
- Ensure safe positioning of the chain saw during car
transportation to avoid fuel or chain oil leakage.
- Store the chain saw safely in a dry place. It must not be
stored outdoors. Keep the chain saw away from
children.
- Before storing the chain saw over a long period of time
or shipping it the fuel and oil tanks must be completely
emptied.

Maintenance

- Before performing maintenance work switch off the
chain saw (Fig. 21) and pull out the plug cap.
- Before starting work always check the operating safety
of the chain saw, in particular the function of the chain
brake. Make sure the saw chain is properly sharpened
and tensioned (Fig. 22).
- Operate the chain saw only at a low noise and
emission level. For this ensure the carburetor is
adjusted correctly.
- Regularly clean the chain saw.
- Regularly check the tank cap for tightness.
Observe the accident prevention instructions issued
by trade associations and insurance companies. Do
not perform any modifications on the chain saw. You
will put your safety at risk.
Perform only the maintenance and repair works described
in the instruction manual.
All other work must be carried out by MAKITA Service.
(Fig. 23)
Use only original MAKITA spare parts and accessories.
Using spare parts other than original MAKITA parts or
accessories and guide bar/chain combinations or lengths
which are not approved bring a high risk of accidents.
We cannot accept any responsibility for accidents and
damage resulting from using sawing devices or
accessories which have not been approved.
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First aid (Fig. 24)
For the event of a possible accident, please make sure
that a first aid kit is always immediately available close by.
Immediately replace any items used from the first aid box.
When calling for help, give the following information:
- Place of the accident
- What happened
- Number of injured people
- Kind of injuries
- Your name!

Vibration

Individuals with poor circulation who are exposed to
excessive vibration may experience injury to blood
vessels or the nervous system.
Vibration may cause the following symptoms to occur in
the fingers, hands or wrists: "Falling asleep" (numbness),
tingling, pain, stabbing sensation, alteration of skin colour
or of the skin.
If any of these symptoms occur, see a physician!
To reduce the risk of "white finger disease", keep your
hands warm during operation and well maintain the
equipment and accessories.