TROUBLE SHOOTING
Before asking for repairs, conduct your own inspection first. If you find a problem that is not explained in the manual,
do not attempt to dismantle the tool. Instead, ask Makita Authorized Service Centers, always using Makita
replacement parts for repairs.
Malfunction status
Chain saw does not start.
Chain does not run.
Motor stops running after a little use.
No oil on the chain.
It does not reach maximum RPM.
Chain does not stop even the chain
brake is activated:
Stop the machine immediately!
Abnormal vibration:
Stop the machine immediately!
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OPTIONAL ACCESSORIES
CAUTION:
• These accessories or attachments are recommended
for use with your Makita tool specified in this manual.
The use of any other accessories or attachments might
present a risk of injury to persons. Only use accessory
or attachment for its stated purpose.
If you need any assistance for more details regarding
these accessories, ask your local Makita Service Center.
• Makita genuine battery and charger
• Saw chain
• Guide bar
• Guide bar cover
• File
• Tool bag
NOTE:
• Some items in the list may be included in the tool
package as standard accessories. They may differ from
country to country.
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Cause
Two battery cartridges are not
installed.
Battery problem (under voltage).
Chain brake activated.
Battery's charge level is low.
Oil tank is empty.
Oil guide groove is dirty.
Oil delivery is not adjusted properly.
Battery cartridge is installed
improperly.
Battery power is dropping.
The drive system does not work
correctly.
Brake band worn down.
Loose guide bar or saw chain.
Tool malfunction.
Noise
The typical A-weighted noise level determined according
to EN60745-2-13:
Vibration
The vibration total value (tri-axial vector sum) determined
according to EN60745-2-13:
Install the charged battery cartridges.
Recharge the battery cartridge. If
recharging is not effective, replace
battery cartridge.
Release chain brake.
Recharge the battery cartridge. If
recharging is not effective, replace
battery cartridge.
Fill the oil tank.
Clean the groove.
Adjust amount of oil delivery.
Install the battery cartridge as
described in this manual.
Recharge the battery cartridge. If
recharging is not effective, replace
battery cartridge.
Ask your local authorized service
center for repair.
Ask your local authorized service
center for repair.
Adjust the guide bar and saw chain
tension.
Ask your local authorized service
center for repair.
Sound pressure level (L
Sound power level (L
): 95.4 dB (A)
WA
Uncertainty (K): 2.5 dB (A)
Wear ear protection
Model DUC252
Work mode: cutting wood
Vibration emission (a
): 4.7 m/s
h
Uncertainty (K): 1.5 m/s
Model DUC302
Work mode: cutting wood
Vibration emission (a
): 6.3 m/s
h
Uncertainty (K): 1.5 m/s
Action
ENG905-1
): 84.4 dB (A)
pA
ENG900-1
2
2
2
2