Makita DCS 9010 Instruction Manual

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Owner’s and
Safety Manual
for Gasoline Chain Saws (pages 2 - 32)
Manuel d’emploi
et de sécurité
de tronçonneuses thermiques (pages 33 - 63)
DCS 9010
WARNING!
Read and understand this Owner’s and Safety Manual. Always follow safety precautions in the
Owner’s and Safety Manual. Improper use can cause serious injury!
The engine exhaust from this product contains chemicals known to the State of California to cause
cancer, birth defects or other reproductive harm. Preserve this Manual carefully!
ATTENTION!
Suivez toujours les conseils de sécurité du présent manuel d’emploi et de sécurité.
Une utilisation incorrecte de la tronçonneuse peut entraîner des blessures graves!
Conservez avec soin ce manuel!
Les gaz d’échappement émis par ce produit contiennent des produits chimiques connus par l’Etat de
Californie pour provoquer le cancer, des défauts de naissance ou autres dommages de reproduction.
Lisez et comprenez ce manuel.

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WARNING !
Careless or improper use of this product can cause serious or even fatal injury.
Before operating a chain saw or other MAKITA products it is important that you read, fully understand and
carefully follow the instructions outlined in this manual. Kickback may cause severe or fatal injury and is one of
many potential dangers in operating a chain saw. Kickback and other safety related precautions are described
in detail within this manual. Additional manuals are available from MAKITA U.S.A., INC., 14930-C Northam
Street,LaMirada,CA90638-5753,USA,Telephone:[phone]andMAKITACANADAINC.,1950Forbes
Street, Whitby, Ontario, L1N 7B7, Canada, Telephone: [phone].
The MAKITA DCS 9010 will be delivered in a protective cardboard box to prevent transport damage. Cardboard
is a basic raw material and is consequently reuseable or suitable for recycling (waste paper recycling).
Contents Page
Packing ................................................................................2
Delivery inventory ...............................................................3
Symbols ...............................................................................3
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS............................................... 4-15
Denomination of components .........................................16
Technical data ...................................................................17
PUTTING INTO OPERATION ...................................... 18-23
Mounting the guide bar and saw chain ...............................18
Tightening the saw chain ....................................................19
Chain brake.........................................................................19
Fuels / Refuelling ................................................................20
Adjusting the chain lubrication ............................................21
Starting and stopping the engine ........................................22
Checking the chain brake ...................................................22
Checking the chain lubrication ............................................22
Adjusting the carburetor ..................................................23
Working in winter ..............................................................23
MAINTENANCE............................................................ 24-30
Sharpening the saw chain............................................. 24-25
Cleaning the guide bar ........................................................25
Cleaning the chain brake band ...........................................25
Checking and replacing the sprocket ..................................26
Replacing / cleaning the spark arrester screen...................26
Checking the muffler screws ...............................................26
Replacing the starter cable .................................................27
Replacing the return spring .................................................27
Replacing the suction head.................................................27
Cleaning the air filter ...........................................................28
Replacing the spark plug.....................................................28
Replacing the vibration damper ..........................................29
Instructions for periodic maintenance .................................30
Service, spare parts and guarantee .......................... 30-31
Troubleshooting................................................................31
Extract from spare parts list ............................................32
Adress list..........................................................................64
Page
This product complies with: American National Standard Institute B 175.1-1991 chain saw safety standard.
Canadian Standards Association Z62.1-95 chain saw safety standard.
Society of Automotive Engineers
SAEJ 335-Jun 95 „Multiposition small engine exhaust system fire ignition
suppression”
With the purchase of this chain saw you have chosen a German quality product. Important instructions for the
assembly and operation of this saw are given in this manual. For your own safety, we ask you to read the accident
prevention instructions very carefully before putting your chain saw into operation, as incorrect handling can,
despite all precautions, lead to accidents. With a little care and attention you will have good service and lasting
satisfaction from this first-rate product. The following industrial property rights apply: US 5411382,
EP 0440827, EP0560201, GBM 8909508, GBM 8913638, GBM 9203378.
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Symbols
You will notice the following symbols on the chain saw and in the Owner’s and Safety Manual:
In case one of the parts listed should not be included in the
deliveryinventory,pleaseconsultyoursalesagent.
Stop engine!
Wear protective gloves!
Chain brake
Caution, kickback!
Fuel and oil mixture
Carburetor adjustment
Chain oil fill/oil pump
Working in winter
First aid
Recycling
STOP
Read Owner’s and Safety
Manual and follow the warning
and safety precautions!
Particular care and caution!
Forbidden!
Wear protective helmet, eye and
ear protection!
No smoking!
No open fire!
On/Off (I/O) switch
Press starting valve
Engine - manual start
Choke lever
1 Chain saw
2 Saw chain
3 Guide bar
4 Chain protection cover
5 Universal wrench
6 Wrench
7 Screw driver for carburetor adjustment
8 Owner’s and Safety Manual (not shown)
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Further
symbols
see page 5.
Delivery inventory
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Safety precautions for chain saw operators
While operating the chain saw please observe the
followingrules:
a) Contact of the guide bar nose with any object
should be avoided.
b) Tip contact may cause the guide bar to move
suddenly upward and backward, which may
cause serious or fatal injury.
c) Always operate the chain saw with both hands.
WARNING!
Read and follow all safety precautions in the
Instruction Manual. Failure to follow instructions
couldresultinseriousinjury.Itisrecommendedto
lend the chain saw only to people who are
experienced in working with chain saws. Always
hand over the Owner’s and Safety Manual.
WARNING!
This chain saw is capable of severe kickback that
couldresultinseriousinjurytotheoperator.Donot
operate this chain saw unless you have
extraordinarycuttingneedsandexperienceinand
special training for dealing with kickback. Chain
saws with significantly reduced kickback potential
are available.
WARNING!
Kickback may occur when the nose or tip of the
guide bar touches an object, or when the wood
closesinandpinchesthesawchaininthecut.This
contact may abruptly stop the saw chain and in
some cases may cause a lightning fast reverse
reaction,kickingtheguidebarupandbacktowards
the user, or push the guide bar back towards the
operator.Kickback may cause you tolosecontrol
of the saw.
Asa chainsawuser,youcantakeseveralsteps to
reduce the risk of a kickback and potential injury.
A. With a basic understanding of kickback, you
canreduceoreliminatetheelementof surprise.
It is a sudden surprise that contributes to
accidents.
B. Keep a good firm grip on the saw with both
hands, your right hand on the rear grip and
yourlefthandonthe tubular handle, whenthe
engineis running. Useafirm gripwith thumbs
and fingers encircling the chain saw handles.
A firm grip can neutralize kickback and help
you maintain control of the saw. Don’t let go!
C. Make sure that the area in which you are
cutting isfreefromobstructions.Donotletthe
nose of the guide bar contact the log, branch,
or any other obstructions which could be hit
while you are operating the saw.
D. Donotoverreachorcutaboveshoulderheight.
E. Follow manufacturer’s sharpening and main-
tenanceinstructionsforthesawchain.
F. Only use replacement bars and chains speci-
fied by the manufacturer or the equivalent.
Additional safety precautions
The following additional safety precautions should be
observed by all users of chain saws:
1. Donotoperateachainsawwhenyouarefatigued.
2. Use safety footwear; snug-fitting clothing;
protective gloves; and eye, hearing, and head
protection devices.
3. Use caution when handling fuel. Move the chain
saw at least 10 feet (3 m) from the fueling point
before starting the engine.
4. Do not allow other persons to be near the chain
saw when starting or cutting with the chain saw.
Keep bystanders and animals out of the work
area.
5. Do not start cutting until you have a clear work
area, secure footing, and a planned retreat path
from the falling tree.
6. Keep all parts of your body away from the saw
chain when the engine is running.
7. Before you start the engine, make sure that the
saw chain is not contacting anything.
8. Carry the chain saw with the engine stopped, the
guide bar and saw chain to the rear, and the
muffler away from your body.
9. Do not operate a chain saw that is damaged, is
improperly adjusted, or is not completely and
securely assembled. Be sure that the saw chain
stops moving when the throttle control trigger is
released.
10. Shut off the engine before setting it down.
11. Use extreme caution when cutting small size
brushandsaplingsbecauseslendermaterial may
catch the saw chain and be whipped towardyou
or pull you off balance.
12. When cutting a limb that is under tension be alert
for springback so that you will not be struck when
the tension on the wood fibers is released.
13. Keepthe handlesdry, clean,and free ofoil orfuel
mixture.
14. Operate the chain saw only in well-ventilated
areas.
15. Do not operate a chain saw in a tree unless you
have been specifically trained to do so.
16. Allchainsawservice,otherthantheitemslisted in
the Owner’s Manual maintenance instructions,
should be performed by MAKITA . (For example,
if improper tools are used to remove the flywheel
or if an improper tool is used to hold the flywheel
inordertoremovetheclutchstructuraldamageto
the flywheel could occur and could subsequently
cause the flywheel to burst.)
17. When transporting your chain saw, use the chain
protection cover.
18. Low kickback bars and low kickback chains are
designedtoreducetheriskofkickbackinjury.Ask
your MAKITA dealer about these devices.

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General Safety Precautions
The use of any chain saw may be hazardous. At full
throttle chain speed can reach 45 mph (20 m/s). It is
importantthat you read;fully understandand observe
the following safety precautions and warnings. Read
the Owner’s Manual and the safety instructions
periodically.
WARNING !
Reactive forces, including kickback, can be dan-
gerous.Carelessorimproperuseofanychainsaw
may cause serious or fatal injury.
HaveyourMAKITAdealershowyouhowtooperate
yourchainsaw.Observeallapplicablelocalsafety
regulations, standards and ordinances.
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WARNING!
Minors should never be allowed to use a chain
saw.
Bystanders,especiallychildrenandanimalsshould
not be allowed in the area where a chain saw is in
use (fig. 1).
Never let the saw run unattended.
Store it in a locked place away from children. Fill
the fuel tank to 7/8 th full (see storing the saw).
Do not lend your chain saw without this Owner’
Manual. Be sure that anyone using your saw un-
derstands the information given.
Proper use of a chain saw involves
1. the operator
2. the saw
3. the use of the saw.
Compliance with
CSA -Standards
Discription of symbols used on chain
saws:
Z 62.1-95
ANSI B175.1-1991 Compliance with
ANSI -Standards
Contact of the guide bar tip with
any object should be avoided!
Tipcontactmaycausetheguide
bar to move suddenly upward
andbackward,whichmaycause
serious injury!
Always use two hands when
operating the chain saw!
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WARNING !
Prolongeduseofchainsawsexposingtheoperator
tovibrationsmayproduceWhitefingerdisease(Ray-
naud’sphenomenon). Thisphenomenon reduces
thehand’sabilitytofeelandregulatetemperature,
produces numbness and burning sensations and
may cause nerve and circulation damage and
tissue necrosis.
All MAKITA saws are therefore provided with an
antivibration system which is essential for those
using chain saws on a regular or sustained basis.
Antivibrationsystemsdonotguaranteethatyouwill
not sustain Whitefinger disesase, however, they
reduce this danger considerably. Nevertheless,
continual and regular users should observe their
hands and fingers and in case of any abnormal
symptoms,seekmedicaladviceimmediately.
The operator
Physical Condition
You must be in good physical condition and mental
health and not under the influence of any substance
(drugs, alcohol), which might impair vision, dexterity
or judgment.
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The saw
Parts of the chain saw: illustrations and description of
parts see page 16.
WARNING !
Never modify a chain saw in any way. Only
attachments supplied by MAKITA or expressly
approvedbyMAKITAforusewith the specificsaw
are authorized.
WARNING !
Bowguidebarssubstantiallyincreasethepotential
for kickback and severe or fatal injury due to the
greater kickback zone of the bow design. Bow
guide bars are not recommended for use on
MAKITA chain saws nor are they approved by the
ANSI B 175.1-1991 chain saw safety standard.
The use of the saw
Transporting the chain saw
WARNING!
Alwaysstoptheenginebeforeputtingachainsaw
down or carrying it. Carrying a chain saw with the
enginerunningisextremelydangerous.Accidental
acceleration of the engine can cause the chain to
rotate.
Avoid touching the hot muffler.
By hand: When carrying your saw by hand, the
engine must be stopped and the saw must be in
the proper position.
The chain protection cover should be over the
chain and the guide bar must point backwards.
When carrying your saw the bar should be behind
you (fig. 4).
By vehicle: When transporting in a vehicle, keep
chainandbarcoveredwiththechainguard.Properly
secure your saw to prevent turnover, fuel spillage
and damage to the saw. Make sure the saw in not
exposed to heat or sparks.
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Wear protective helmet,
eye and ear protection!
Good footing is most important in chain saw work.
Wearsturdybootswithnonslipsoles.Steel-toedsafety
boots are recommended.
Proper eye protection is a must. Non-fogging, vented
goggles and a face screen is recommended. Their
use reduces the risk of eye and facial injury.
Wear an approved safety hard hat to protect your
head. Chain saw noise may damage your hearing.
Always wear noise protection equipment (ear plugs
or ear muffs) to protect your hearing.
Continual and regular users should have their
hearing checked regularly.
Proper clothing
Clothing must be sturdy and snug-fitting, but allow
complete freedom of movement. Avoid loose-fitting
jackets, scarfs, neckties, jewelry, flared or cuffed
pants, or anything that could become entangled with
the saw or brush. Wear overalls or jeans with a
reinforced cutting resistant insert (fig. 3).
Protect your hands with gloves when handling saw
and saw chain. Heavy-duty, nonslip gloves improve
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Chain saw operating instructions
For assembly follow the procedure in the appropriate
section"MountingGuideBarandChain"ofthismanual.
MAKITA chain, guide bar and sprocket must match
eachother(seetheappropriatesectioninthismanual).
WARNING!
Propertensionofthechainisextremelyimportant.
In order to avoid false setting the tensioning
procedure must be followed as described in this
manual. Always make sure the hexagonal nut(s)
for the sprocket guard is (are) tightened securely
after tensioning the chain. Check chain tension
once more after having tightened the nuts and
thereafteratregularintervals(alwaysbeforestarting
to work). If the chain becomes loose while cutting,
shut off the engine and then tighten. Never try to
tighten the chain while the engine is running!
Fueling
YourMAKITAsawusesonoil-gasolinemixtureforfuel
(see chapter "Fuel" of this manual).
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Wipe off any spilled fuel before starting your saw and
check for leakage.
Check for fuel leakage while refueling and during
operation.If fueloroil leakageis found,do not startor
run the engine until leak is fixed and spilled fuel has
been wiped away. Clothing with fuel on it has to be
changed immediately (this is a danger to your life!).
Avoid skin contact with fuel. Never loosen or remove
the cap of the fuel tank while the engine is running.
Starting
Do not drop start. This method is very dangerous be-
cause you may lose control of the saw (fig. 6).
WARNING!
Gasoline is an extremely flammable fuel. Use
extreme caution when handling gasoline or fuel
mix. Do not smoke or bring any sparks or flame
near the fuel (fig. 5).
Fueling instructions
Fuel your chain saw in well ventilated areas or out-
doors. Always shut off the engine and allow it to cool
before refueling. Select bare ground for fueling and
move the chain saw at least 10 feet (3 m) from fueling
spot before starting the engine (fig. 5a).
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Place the chain saw on firm ground or other solid
surfaceinan open area.Maintain a goodbalance and
secure footing. Place your right foot through the rear
handle opening and firmly grasp the front handle with
your left hand (fig. 6a).
Be absolutely sure that guide bar and chain are clear
of you or all other obstructions and objects, including
the ground, because when the engine starts in semi-
throttle position, engine speed will be fast enough for
the clutch to engage the sprocket and turn the chain
which may cause a kickback.
Neverattemptto start thesawwhentheguidebarisin
a cut or kerf.
When you pull the starter grip, don’t wrap the starter
rope around your hands. Do not allow the grip to snap
back, but guide the starter rope slowly back to permit
the rope to rewind properly. Failure to follow this
procedure may result in injury to hand or fingers and
may damage the starter mechanism.
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Important adjustments
WARNING!
At correct idle speed, chain should not turn. For
directionstoadjustidlespeed,seetheappropriate
section of this Owner’s Manual.
Do not use a saw with incorrect idle speed adjust-
ment. Adjust the idle speed yourself according to
the appropriate section of this Owner’s Manual.
Have your MAKITA dealer check your saw and
makeproperadjustmentsorrepairs.
Checkthesawchaintensionfrequently,especially
just after installing a new chain. New chains may
stretch more during their initial use. A properly ad-
justed saw chain can be pulled freely around the
guide bar by hand without sagging. Always stop
the engine and wear gloves when checking or
adjusting the chain tension.
Working conditions
Operate your chain saw only outdoors. Operate the
saw under good visibility and daylight conditions only.
WARNING!
Take extreme care in wet and freezing weather
(rain,snow,ice).Putofftheworkwhentheweather
iswindy, stormyor rainfallisheavy. Clearthearea
where you are working.
WARNING!
Avoid stumbling on obstacles such as stumps,
roots or rocks and watch out for holes or ditches.
Be extremely cautious when working on slopes or
uneven ground. There is increased danger of slip-
ping on freshly debarked logs.
Cutting instructions
Always hold the saw firmly with both hands when the
engine is running. Place your left hand on the tubular
handle and your right hand on grip and throttle lever.
Left-handers should follow these instructions too.
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WARNING!
Do not operate your chain saw in semi-throttle
position. Cutting in this position does not permit
the operator proper control of the saw or chain
speed.
WARNING!
Nevercome toocloseto arotating chain withyour
hands or body.
WARNING!
Do not cut any material other than wood or
wooden objects.
Use your chain saw for cutting only. It is not
designedforpryingorshovelingawaylimbs,roots
or other objects.
When sawing, make sure that the saw chain does
not touch any foreign materials such as rocks,
nailsandthelike(fig.8).Suchobjectsmaybeflung
off, damage the saw chain or cause the saw to
kickback.
Wrapyour fingers tightlyaround thehandles, keeping
the handles cradled between your thumb and
forefinger(fig.7).Withyourhandsinthisposition,you
can best oppose and absorb the push, pull and kick-
back forces of your saw without having it slip out of
your grip (see section of reactive forces). Make sure
your chain saw handle and grip are in good condition
and free of moisture, pitch, oil or grease.
Always start a cut with the chain running at full speed
and the spike bar in contact with the wood.
WARNING!
Never use the saw with one hand. You cannot
control reactive forces (see pages 9 to 11) and
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This reaction can occur in a fraction of a second and
under some circumstances, cause the guide bar and
chaintostriketheoperatorwithenoughforcetocause
severeor fatal injury.Itmay also occurduringlimbing.
Italsooccurswhenthenoseoftheguidebarispinched
unexpectedly, unintentionally contacts solid material
in the wood (fig.12) or is incorrectly used to begin a
plungeorboringcut.
Thegreatertheforceofthekickbackreaction,themore
difficult it becomes for the operator to control the saw.
Kickback:
Kickback occurs when the upper quadrant of the bar
nose contacts a solid object in the wood or is pinched
(fig. 11). The reaction of the cutting force of the chain
causes a rotational force of the chain saw in the
direction opposite to the chain movement, mainly in
the plane of the bar. This may fling the bar in an
uncontrolled arc towards the operator.
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clear of the cutting attachment whenever the engine
is running (fig. 10).
Don’tputpressureon the saw whenreaching the end
ofa cut. Thepressure maycause thebarand rotating
chaintopopoutofthecutorkerf,gooutofcontroland
striketheoperatororsomeotherobject.If the rotating
chain strikes some other object a reactive force (see
pages 10 to 12 ) may cause the chain to strike the
operator.
Reactiveforcesduringthecut,includingkickback
WARNING!
Reactiveforces,thatmayoccurduring anycutare
kickback, pushback and pull-in. Reactive forces
can be dangerous! In any chain saw, the powerful
forceused tocut woodcan be reversed(and work
against the operator).
Iftherotatingchainissuddenlystoppedbycontact
with any solid object like a log or branch or is
pinched,thereactiveforcesinstantlyoccur.These
reactive forces may result in loss of control which
may, in turn, cause serious or fatal injury. An
understanding of the causes of these reactive
forces may help you avoid loss of control.
The most common reactive forces are
- kickback,
- pushback,
- pull-in.
In order to keep control of your saw, always maintain
afirm foothold.Neverwork onaladder, ina tree oron
anyother insecuresupport.Never usethe saw above
shoulder height (fig. 9).
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Many factors influence the occurence and force of
the kickback reaction. The type of bar and saw chain
youuseisafactorintheforceofthekickbackreaction.
The speed of contact at which the cutter contacts
theobject.
Kickback force increase with the rate of impact.
The contact angle between the nose of the bar
and the foreign object (fig. 11).
Kickback is most pronounced in the upper quadrant
of the bar nose.
MAKITAchain typesare designedto reduce kickback
forces.
The depth gauges:
Improperlowering ofthedepthgaugesalsoincreases
the risk of a kickback.
Saw chain cutter sharpness:
WARNING!
A dull improperly sharpened chain may increase
the risk of kickback. Always cut with a properly
sharpened chain.
Devices for reducing the risk of kickback injury
MAKITA have developed a special chain brake to
reduce the risk of kickbacks.
This chain brake increases the safety factor on the
job, e.g. when the saw suddenly kicks upwards the
chain stops rotating within a fraction of a second. A
deflectionguard onthedisengaging leverofthe chain
brake and a loop rear handle ensure that the opera-
tor’s hands are fully protected at all times.
Kickback tendency increases as the radius or size of
the guide bar nose increases. MAKITA have devel-
oped guide bars with small nose radius, to reduce the
kickback tendency.
WARNING!
No chain brake prevents kickback.
Thesebrakes aredesignedonly tostopthe chain,
if activated.
Toensure a properoperation ofthe chainbrake,it
must be properly maintained. Furthermore, there
mustbeasufficientdistancebetweentheoperator
and the bar to ensure that the chain brake has
sufficienttimetoactivateandstopthechainbefore
potential contact with the operator.
To avoid kickback
The best protection from personal-injury that may
result from kickback is to avoid kickback situations:
1. Hold the chain saw firmly with both hands and
maintain a secure grip.
2. Be aware of the location of the guide bar nose at
all times.
3. Never bring the nose of the guide bar in contact
with any object. Do not cut limbs with the nose of
the guide bar. Be especially careful with small,
tough limbs, small size brush and saplings which
may easily catch the chain.
4. Don’t overreach.
5. Don’t cut above shoulder height.
6. Begin cutting and continue at full throttle.
7. Cut only one log at a time.
8. Useextremecautionwhenre-enteringaprevious
cut.
9. Do not attempt plunge cuts (see page 13) if you
arenotexperiencedwiththesecuttingtechniques.
10. Be alert for shifting of the log or other forces that
may cause the cut to close and pinch the chain.
11. Maintain saw chain properly. Cut with a correctly
sharpened, properly tensioned chain at all times.
12. Stand to the side of the cutting path of the chain
saw.
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To avoid pushback
1. Be alert to forces or situations that may cause
material to pinch the top of the chain.
2. Do not cut more than one log at a time.
3. Do not twist the saw when withdrawing the bar
from a plunge cut or under buck cut (figures 25 to
27 and 33, pages 13 and 15), because the chain
can pinch.
Pull-in:
Pull-inoccurs whenthe chain onthe bottom ofthe bar
is suddenly stopped. The chain on the bottom of the
bar stops when it is pinched, caught or encounters a
foreignobjectinthewood(seefig.15).Thereactionof
the chain pulls the saw forward, causing the operator
to lose control.
Pull-in frequently occurs when the spike bar of the
saw is not held securely against the tree or limb and
when the chain is not rotating at full speed before it
contacts the wood.
WARNING!
Useextremecautionwhencuttingsmallsizebrush
andsaplings which mayeasilycatchthechainand
pull you off balance.
To avoid pull-in
1. Always start a cut with the chain rotating at full
speed and the spike bar in contact with the wood.
2. Pull-in may also be prevented by using plastic
wedges to open the kerf or cut.
Cutting techniques
Felling
Felling is cutting down a tree.
Before felling a tree, consider carefully all conditions
which may affect the direction of fall, including:
The intended direction of the fall.
The neutral lean of the tree.
Any unusually heavy limb structure.
Surrounding trees and obstacles.
The wind direction and speed.
WARNING!
Always observe the general condition of the tree.
Look for decay and rot in the trunk. If it is rotted
inside, it could snap and fall toward the operator
while being cut.
Alsolook for brokenordeadbrancheswhichcould
vibrateloose and fallonthe operator. Whenfelling
onaslope,theoperatorshouldstandontheup-hill
side.
Pushback:
Pushback occurs when the chain on the top of the bar
is suddenly stopped when it is pinched, caught or
encounters a foreign object in the wood. The reaction
of the chain drives the saw straight back toward the
operator causing loss of saw control. Pushback fre-
quently occurs when the top of the bar is used for
cutting (fig. 14).
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When felling in the vicinity of roads, railways and
power lines, etc., take extra precautions (see fig.
16). Inform the police, utility company or railway
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45°
45°
= cutting down area
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2
First clear the tree base and work area from inter-
fering limbs and brush and clean its lower portion an
axe (see fig. 18).
Whenfelling, maintaina distance ofat least2 1/2 tree
lengths from the nearest person (see fig. 17) .
Note:
Thenoiseof your enginemaydrownanywarningcall.
Felling instructions:
45°
Then, establish a path of escape and remove all
obstacles.Thispathshouldbeoppositetotheplanned
direction of the fall of the tree and at a 45°angle (fig.
19).Analternate path mustalsobeselected.Placeall
tools and equipment a safe distance away from the
tree, but not on the escape path.
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19
Then, determine the placement of the felling notch
(fig. 21). The felling notch when properly placed de-
termines the direction in which the tree will fall. It is
madeperpendiculartothelineoffallandshouldbe as
close to the ground as possible. Cut the felling notch
to a depth of about one-fifth to one-fourth of the trunk
diameter (fig. 22). It should be in no case higher than
it is deep. Make the felling notch very carefully.
1/10∅
1/5∅
1
1
/
2"
(4cm)
Felling notch
Hinge
Felling cut
Direction of fall
Hinge
Felling notch
First cut
Second cut
If the tree has large buttress roots, cut into the largest
buttresses vertically first (horizontally next) and re-
move (fig. 20).
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Begin the felling cut slighty higher than the felling
notch and on the opposite side of the tree (fig. 22).
Thencuthorizontallythroughtowardsthefellingnotch.
Apply the chain saw with its spikes directly behind the
uncut portion of wood and cut toward the notch (fig.
23). Leave approximately 1/10 of the tree diameter
uncut!Thisisthehinge(fig.23).Donotcutthroughthe
hinge because you could lose control of the direction
of the fall. Drive wedges into the felling cut where
necessary to control the direction of the fall. Wedges
shouldbeofwood,lightalloyorplastic-neverofsteel,
which can cause kickback and damage to the chain.
Always keep to the side of the falling tree. When the
tree starts to fall, shut off the engine, withdraw the bar
and walk away on the pre-planned escape path.
Watch out for falling limbs.
WARNING!
Beextremelycarefulwithpartiallyfallentreeswhich
are poorly supported.
Whenthetreehangsorforsomeotherreasondoes
not fall completely, set the saw aside and pull the
tree down with a cable winch, block and tackle or
tractor. If you try to cut it down with your saw, you
may be injured.
Sectioning Method
WARNING!
Felling a tree that has a diameter greater than the
length of the guide bar requires use of either the
sectioning or plunge-cut method. These methods
areextremelydangerousbecausetheyinvolvethe
use of the nose of the guide bar and can result in
kickback. Only properly trained professionals
should attempt these techniques.
For the sectioning method (fig. 24) make the first cut
with the guide bar fanning in toward the hinge. Then,
using the bumper spike as a pivot, reposition the saw
forthenextcut.Avoidrepositioningthesawmorethan
necessary. When repositioning for the next cut, keep
the guide bar fully engaged in the kerf to keep the
felling cut straight. If the saw begins to pinch, insert a
wedge to open the cut. On the last cut, do not cut
the hinge.
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Plunge-Cut Method
Timber having a diameter more than twice the length
of the guide bar reauires the use of the plunge-cut
method before making the felling cut.
First,cut alarge, widenotch.Make aplunge cutinthe
center of the notch.
Theplungecutismadewith theguidebarnose.Begin
the plunge cut by applying the lower portion of the
guidebarnosetothetreeatanangle(fig.25).Cutuntil
depth of the kerf is about the same as the width of the
guide bar (fig. 26). Next, align the saw in the direction
in which the recess is to be cut. With the saw at full
throttle, insert the guide bar in the trunk (fig. 27).
Enlargetheplungecutasshowninillustration(fig.28)
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26
27
28
1
23

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WARNING!
There is an extreme danger of kickback at this
point. Extra caution must be taken to maintain
control of the saw. To make the felling cut, follow
the sectioning method described previously (fig.
29). If you are inexperienced with a chain saw
plunge-cutting should not be attempted. Seek the
help of a professional.
Limbing
Limbing is removing the branches from a fallen tree.
WARNING!
Thereisanextremedangerofkickbackduringthe
limbingoperation.Donotworkwiththenoseofthe
bar. Be extremely cautious and avoid contacting
thelogorotherlimbswiththenoseoftheguidebar.
Donotstandonalogwhilelimbingit-youmayslip
or the log may roll.
Startlimbingbyleavingthelowerlimbstosupport
thelogofftheground(fig.30).Alwayscutfromthe
top of the limb. Do not underbuck freely hanging
limbs. A pinch may result or the limb may fall,
causingloss ofcontrol.If apinch occurs,stop the
engine and remove the saw, by lifting the limb.
WARNING!
Be extremely cautious when cutting limbs under
tension. The limbs could spring back toward the
operator and cause loss of control of the saw or
injury to the operator.
29
30
Bucking
Bucking is cutting a log into sections.
31
32
WARNING!
1. When bucking, do not stand on the log. Make
sure the log will not roll down-hill. If on a slope,
stand on the up-hill side of the log (see fig. 31).
Watch out for rolling logs.
WARNING!
2. Cut only one log at a time.
WARNING!
3. Shattered wood should be cut very carefully.
Sharp slivers of wood may be caught and flung
in the direction of the operator of the saw.
WARNING!
4. Whencuttingsmalllogs,useasawhorse(fig.32).
Never permit another person to hold the log.
Never hold the log with your leg or foot.
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2
3

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1. Relieving cut
2. Cross cut Tension side
Pressure side
1. Relieving cut
2. Cross cut
Tension side
Pressure side
33
34
Maintenance and Repair
Never operate a chain saw that is damaged, improp-
erlyadjustedornotcompletelyorsecurelyassembled.
Follow the maintenance and repair instructions in the
appropriate section of this manual.
WARNING !
Always stop the engine and make sure that the
chain is stopped before commencing any mainte-
nance or repair work or cleaning the saw. Do not
attempt any maintenance or repair work not de-
scribedinthis manual. Havesuchworkperformed
by your MAKITA service shop only.
Maintaining and storing the saw
Keepthechain,barandsprocketcleanandlubricated;
replace worn sprockets or chains.
Keep the chain sharp. You can spot a dull chain when
easy-to-cutwoodbecomeshardtocutandburnmarks
appear on the wood.
Keep the chain at proper tension. Tighten all nuts,
bolts and screws except the carburetor adjustment
screws after each use.
Keep spark plug and wire connection tight and clean.
Store saws in a high or locked place, away from
children.
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WARNING!
5. Logs under strain require special attention to
prevent the saw from pinching. The first cut is
made on the compression side to relieve the
stress on the log (see fig. 33, 34). The bucking
cut is then made as shown. If the saw pinches,
stop the engine and remove it from the log.
WARNING!
6. Onlyproperlytrainedprofessionalsshouldwork
in an area where the logs, limbs and roots are
tangled (i. e. a blowdown area, fig. 35). Work-
ing in blowdown areas is extremely hazard-
ous.
WARNING!
7. Drag the logs into a clear area before cutting.
Pull out exposed and cleared logs first.

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Denomination of components
1Handle
2Choke
3Cover for air filter / spark plug
4Switch for use in winter
5Tubular handle
6Muffler with spark arrester screen
7Fastening nuts
8Spike bar
(toothed stop for holding saw steady against wood)
9 Chain catcher
10 Adjusting screw for oil pump (bottom side)
11 Sprocket guard
12 Identification plate
13 Hand guard
14 Guide bar
15 Chain
16 Hand guard (release for chain brake)
17 Starter grip
18 Adjusting screws „H-T-L”for carburetor
19 ON/OFF switch
20 Stop knob for halfway throttle
21 Safety locking button
22 Throttle lever
23 Fuel tank cap
24 Fan housing with starting assembly
25 Oil tank cap
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8
7
6
5
4
2
11 10 9
3
12 14 15
17 18
25
19
22
23
16
20
21
24
1
Identification plate
(example model DCS 9010)
Indicate when ordering spare parts!
DCS 9010
9909 123456
Hamburg, Germany
024.100.600
Serial no.
Year of manufacture

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WARNING:
This chain saw is capable of severe kickback that coult result in serious injury to the user. Do not operate this chain
saw unless you have extraordinary cutting needs and experience and specialized training for dealing with kickback.
Chain saws with significantly reduced kickback potential are available.
Stroke volume cu. in (cm3) 5.5 (90)
Bore inch (mm) 2 (52)
Stroke inch (mm) 1.6 (42)
Max. power at speed hp / rpm 6.57 / 9,500
Max. torque at speed ft lb / rpm 4.3 / 6,500
Limit speed rpm 13,500
Idling speed rpm 2,200
Coupling speed rpm 3,600
Sound Pressure Level at the operator‘s ear
at full load according to ANSI B 175.1/ CSA Z62.1 db(A) 105
Sound Pressure Level at the bystander‘s position
(50ft/15 m distance) according to ANSI B 175.1 db(A) 80
Carburetor (diaphragm carburetor) Type TILLOTSON HS-295A (LC)
Ignition system Type electronic
Spark plug Type NGK BPMR 7A
Electrode gap inch (mm) .020 - .030 (0.5 -0.8)
or spark plug Type BOSCH WSR-6F
Fuel consumption at max. load per ISO 8893 kg/h 2.3
Specific consumption at max. load per ISO 8893 g/kWh 480
Fuel tank capacity oz (l) 33,8 (1.0)
Chain oil tank capacity oz (l) 13,5 (0.4)
Mixture ratio (fuel/two-stroke oil)
- when using MAKITA oil 50:1
- when using other oils 40:1
Chain brake engages manually or in case of kickback
Sprocket pitch inch 3/8
Number of chain sprocket teeth Z 7
Chain type (see the Extract from the spare-parts list)
Pitch / Driving element strength inch 3/8 / .058
Guide bar, length of a cut inch 20 - 36
Guide-bar type (see the Extract from the spare-parts list)
Weight (fuel tank empty, without chain and guide bar) lbs oz 18 lbs 1 oz
Technical data DCS 9010

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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 "Replac-
ing the spark plug"). Always wear protective
gloves!
CAUTION: Start the chain saw only after having assem-
bled it completely and inspected!
PUTTING INTO OPERATION
- Turn the chain adjusting screw (B/4) anti-clockwise until
the pivot (B/5) is positioned approx. 2 cm in front of the
left stop.
- Putthechain(D/6) onto the sprocket (D/7)andinsertit into
the guide groove of the guide bar. The cutting edges of the
top side of the bar must be oriented in the direction of the
arrow.
- Position the guide bar. Ensure the pivot (B/5, C/5) of the
chain tightener is inserted into the bore (see circle) of the
guide bar.
- Lead the chain (E/6) around the sprocket nose (E/8) of the
guide bar. - Turn the chain tightener (B/4) to the right (clockwise)
untilthechainisingearwiththeguidegrooveofthebottom
sideofthebar(seecircle).Presstheguidebarwithyourleft
hand against the casing.
AB
C D
EF
5
7
6
5
8
6
1
2
- Loosen the two fastening nuts (A/1).
- Pull off the sprocket guard (A/2).
Mounting the guide bar and chain
Use the universal wrench delivered with the chain saw for the
following works.
Put the chain saw on a stable surface and carry out the
following steps for mounting the guide bar and chain:
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STOP

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- Position the sprocket guard (G/2).
Manually tighten the two fastening nuts (G/1). Tightening the chain
- Slightly lift the end of the guide bar and turn the chain
adjustingscrew(H/4)totheright(clockwise)untilthechain
rests against the bottom side of the guide bar.
- Continue to lift the guide bar end and firmly tighten the two
fastening nuts (G/1) by means of the universal wrench.
Chain brake
G H
I
1
2
J
4
Actuating the chain brake (blocking)
If the kickback is strong enough the sudden acceleration of
the guide bar combined with the inertia of the hand guard
(K/3) will automatically actuate the chain brake.
When actuating the chain brake manually, press the hand
guard (K/3) with your left hand in the direction of the guide bar
end (arrow 1).
Releasing the chain brake
Pull the hand guard (K/3) in the direction of the tubular handle
(arrow 2) until it will engage noticeably. Now the chain break
is released.
Checking the chain tension
K
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3
STOP
The DCS 9010 comes with an inertia chain brake as standard
equipment. If kickback occurs due to contact of the guide-bar
tip with wood (see SAFETY PRECAUTIONS, page 9), the
chainbrake will stop the chain through inertiaif the kickback is
sufficiently strong. The chain will stop within a fraction of a
second.
The chain brake is installed to block the saw chain before
starting it and to stop it immediately in case of an emer-
gency.
- Thetension of thechain is correctif the chainrests 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 in short intervalls because new
chains tend to elongate.
- When checking the chain tension the engine must be
switched off.
NOTE:
It is recommended to use 2-3 chains alternatively.
In order to guarantee a uniform wear of the guide bar the bar
should be turned over whenever replacing the chain.

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CAUTION: This saw is powered by mineral-oil products
(gasoline (petrol) and oil). Be especially careful when
handling gasoline (petrol). Avoid all flame or fire. Do not
smoke (explosion hazard).
Fuel mixture
The engine of the chain saw is a high-efficiency two-stroke
engine. It runs on a mixture of gasoline and two-stroke engine
oil.
The engine is designed for unleaded regular gasoline with a
min.octane value of 91 ROZ.In case no such fuelis available,
youcan use fuelwith a higher octane value. This will notaffect
the engine.
Inordertoobtainanoptimumengineoutputandtoprotect
your health and the environment use unleaded fuel only.
Gasoline which contens alcohol should not used in
MAKITA products.
For lubricating the engine use a two-stroke engine oil (quality
grade: TC-3), which is added to the fuel. The engine has been
designed for use of MAKITA high-performance two-stroke
engine oil and a mixture ratio of only 50:1 to protect the
environment. In addition, a long service life and reliable oper-
ation with a minimum emission of exhaust gases are ensured.
MAKITA high-performance two-stroke engine oil is available
in the following sizes to suit your individual requirements:
1 l order number 980 008 607
100 ml order number 980 008 606
IfMAKITAhigh-performancetwo-strokeengineoilisnot avail-
able, we urgently recommended a mixture ratio of 40:1 with
other two-stroke engine oils, as otherwise optimum operation
of the engine cannot be guaranteed.
The correct mixture ratio:
50:1 when using MAKITA high-performance two-stroke en-
gine oil, i. e. mix 50 parts gasoline with 1 part oil.
40:1 when using other two-stroke engine oils, i. e. mix 40
parts gasoline with 1 part oil.
NOTE:
Forpreparing thefuel-oilmixturefirst mixtheentireoilquantity
with half of the fuel required, then add the remaining fuel.
Shake the mixture thoroughly before pouring it into the tank.
It is not wise to add more engine oil than specified to
ensure safe operation. This will only result in a higher
production of combustion residues which will pollute the
environment and clog the exhaust channel in the cylinder
as well as the muffler. In addition, fuel consumption will
rise and performance will decrease.
Storage:
Fuel cannot be stored for an unlimited period of time. Buy only
as much as will be consumed in 4 weeks.
Use only approved and marked containers for transport
and storage.
50:1 40:1
OIL
A
+
Fuel
B
Chain oil
Use an oil with adhesive additive for lubricating the chain and
guide bar. The adhesive additive prevents the oil from being
flung off the chain too quickly.
Werecommend theuse ofchain oilwhich isbio-degradable in
ordertoprotecttheenvironment.Theuseofbio-degradableoil
may even be required by local regulations.
The chain oil BIOTOP sold by MAKITA is made of special
vegetableoilsandis100%bio-degradable.BIOTOPhasbeen
granted the "blue angel" (Blauer Umweltschutz-Engel) for
being particularly environment-friendly (RAL UZ 48).
BIOTOP chain oil is available in the following sizes:
1 l order number 980 008 610
5 l order number 980 008 611
20 l order number 980 008 613
Bio-degradable oil is stable only for a limited period of time. It
should be used within 2 years from the date of manufacture
(printed on the container).
Important note on bio-degradable chain oils:
If you are not planning to use the saw again for an extended
period of time, empty the oil tank and put in a small amount of
regular engine oil (SAE 30), and then run the saw for a time.
This is necessary to flush out all remaining bio-degradable oil
fromtheoiltank,oil-feedsystem,chainandguidebar,asmany
such oils tend to leave sticky residues over time, which can
cause damage to the oil pump or other parts.
Thenext time you use thesaw, fill the tank withBIOTOP chain
oil again.
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NEVER USE WASTE OIL
Waste oil is very dangerous for the environment.
Waste oil contains high amounts of carcinogenic substances.
Residues in waste oil result in a high degree of wear and tear
at the oil pump and the sawing device.
Incase ofdamage causedby using waste oil or unappropriate
chain oil the product guarantee will be null and void.
Your salesman will inform you about the use of chain oil.
OIL
50:1
Fuels / Refuelling
waste oil
1.0 Us-gal. (3.7 l) 2.5 floz. (75 cm3) 3.2 floz. (94 cm3)
2.5 Us-gal. (9.4 l) 6.4 floz. (189 cm3) 8.0 floz. (236 cm3)
5.0 Us-gal. (18.9 l) 12.8 floz. (378 cm3) 16.0 floz. (473 cm3)