Makita XBU02 Manuel D'instructions page 42

When you cut a wood under tension, cut the
bar from becoming trapped.
Limbing
CAUTION: Limbing may only be per-
formed by trained persons.
sented by the risk of kickback.
When limbing, support the chain saw on the
trunk if possible. Do not cut with the tip of the
bar, as this presents a risk of kickback.
Pay particular attention to branches under ten-
sion. Do not cut unsupported branches from
below.
Do not stand on the felled trunk when limbing.
Carrying tool
Before carrying the tool, always apply the chain
brake and remove the battery cartridges from the
the battery cartridge with the battery cover.
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1. Guide bar cover 2. Battery cover
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MAINTENANCE
CAUTION: Always be sure that the tool
is switched off and the battery cartridge
is removed before attempting to perform
inspection or maintenance.
CAUTION: Always wear gloves when
performing any inspection or maintenance.
NOTICE: Never use gasoline, benzine,
thinner, alcohol or the like. Discoloration,
deformation or cracks may result.
repairs, any other maintenance or adjustment
Factory Service Centers, always using Makita
replacement parts.
Sharpening the saw chain
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Sharpen the saw chain when:
(caused by uneven sharpening of the saw
chain or damage to one side only)
Sharpen the saw chain frequently but a little
the saw chain has been resharpened several
vice center.
Sharpening criteria:
WARNING: An excessive distance
between the cutting edge and depth gauge
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increases the risk of kickback.
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1. Cutter length 2. Distance between cutting
edge and depth gauge 3. Minimum cutter
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