Makita UC170D User Manual
Cordless PVC Saw
MODEL UC170D
002270
INSTRUCTION MANUAL
WARNING:
For your personal safety, READ and UNDERSTAND before using.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS FOR FUTURE REFERENCE.
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SPECIFICATIONS
Model UC170D
Chain speed per minute 200 m/min.
Length of guide bar 170 mm (6-11/16”)
Type For PVC tubing
Saw chain
Overall length 510 mm (20”)
Net weight 2.1 kg (4.6 lbs)
Battery Charger DC1414
Input A. C. only 50 Hz - 60 Hz
Output D. C. 7.2 V - 14.4 V
Battery Cartridge 1222 1234 1235
Voltage 12 V
Charging time 45 min. 60 min. 70 min.
• Manufacturer reserves the right to change specifications without notice.
• Specifications may differ from country to country.
Pitch 3/16”
No. of drive links 62
INPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
USA014-1
WARNING:
WHEN USING A CORDLESS PVC SAW, BASIC SAFETY
PRECAUTIONS SHOULD ALWAYS BE FOLLOWED TO REDUCE
THE RISK OF FIRE, ELECTRIC SHOCK, AND INJURY TO
PERSONS, INCLUDING THE FOLLOWING:
READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS
1. Keep Work Area Clean
Cluttered areas invite injuries. Do not start
cutting until you have a clear work area
and secure footing.
2. Consider Work Area Environment
Do not expose saw to rain. Do not use saw
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in damp or wet locations. Do not use saw
in presence of flammable liquids or gases.
3. Guard Against Electric Shock
Prevent body contact with grounded surfaces. For example: metal pipes, wire
fences.
4. Keep Children Away
Do not let visitors contact saw. All visitors
should be kept away from work area.
5. Store Idle Saw
When not in use, saws should be stored in
a dry, and high or locked-up place - out of
the reach of children. When storing saw,
use a scabbard or carrying case.
6. Do not Force Saw
It will do the job better and safer at the
rate for which it was intended.
7. Use Right Tool
Cut PVC tubing only. Do not use saw for
purpose not intended - for example - Do
not use saw for cutting wood, metal,
masonry materials.
8. Dress properly
Do not wear loose clothing or jewelry.
They can get caught in moving parts. Rubber gloves and non-skid footwear are recommended when working outdoors. Wear
protective hair covering to contain long
hair.
9. Use Safety Glasses
Also use safety footwear; snug fitting
clothing; protective gloves; and head protection.
10. Carrying Saw
Carry the saw with the saw stopped, finger off the switch, the guide bar and saw
chain to the rear.
11. Maintain Saw With Care
Keep tools sharp and clean for better and
safer performance. Follow instructions for
lubricating and changing accessories.
Keep handles dry, clean, and free from oil
and grease.
12. Disconnect Saw
Disconnect battery cartridge from saw
when not in use, before servicing, and
when changing accessories and attachments, such as saw chain and guard.
13. Stay Alert
Watch what you are doing. Use common
sense. Do not operate saw when you are
tired. Keep all parts of the body away from
the saw chain when the motor is operating. Before you start the saw, make sure
the saw chain is not contacting anything.
14. Check Damaged Parts
Before further use of the saw, a guard or
other part that is damaged should be
carefully checked to determine that it will
operate properly and perform its intended
function. Check for alignment of moving
parts, binding of moving parts, breakage
of parts, mounting, and any other conditions that may affect its operation. A
guard or other part that is damaged
should be properly repaired or replaced
by an authorized service center unless
otherwise indicated elsewhere in this
instruction manual. Have defective
switches replaced by authorized service
center. Do not use saw if switch does not
turn it on and off. Do not operate a saw
that is damaged, improperly adjusted, or
is not completely and securely assembled. Be sure that the saw chain stops
moving when the trigger is released.
15. Guard Against Kickback
WARNING: KICKBACK may occur when
the nose or tip of the guide bar touches an
object, or when the workpiece closes in
and pinches the saw chain in the cut. Tip
contact in some cases may cause a lightning fast reverse reaction, kicking the
guide bar up and back towards the operator. Pinching the saw chain along the top
of the guide bar may push the guide bar
rapidly back towards the operator. Either
of these reactions may cause you to lose
control of the saw which could result in
serious injury to user.
The following precautions should be followed to minimize kickback.
(1) Grip Saw Firmly. Hold the saw firmly
with both hands when the motor is
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running. Use a firm grip with thumbs
and fingers encircling the saw handles.
(2) Do not over reach.
(3) Keep proper footing and balance at all
times.
(4) Do not let the nose of the guide bar
contact ground or other obstruction.
(5) Do not cut above shoulder height.
(6) Use devices such as special guide
bars that reduce the risks associated
with kickback.
(7) Only use replacement bars and chains
specified by the manufacturer.
16. Replacement Parts
when servicing use only identical replacement parts.
17. Secure the workpiece so that it will not roll
or move suddenly during operation.
18. AVOID UNINTENTIONAL STARTING. Do
not carry the tool with finger on switch. Be
sure switch is in OFF position before
inserting battery cartridge.
19. The saw must not be left outdoors during
rain and it must not be used when wet.
20. Disconnect battery pack from tool or
place the switch in the locked or off position before making any adjustments,
changing accessories, or storing the tool.
Such preventive safety measures reduce
the risk of starting the tool accidentally.
21. A battery operated tool with integral batteries or a separate battery pack must be
recharged only with the specified charger
for the battery. A charger that may be suitable for one type of battery may create a
risk of fire when used with another battery.
22. Use battery operated tool only with specifically designated battery pack. Use of any
other batteries may create a risk of fire.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
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PVC Saw Nomenclature
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1. Front handle
2. Front handle guard
3. Bumper
4. Fastening bolt
5. Sprocket guard
6. Bar tip guard
7. Battery cartridge
8. Guide bar
9. Lock-off button
10. Rear handle
11. Switch trigger
12. Saw chain
Bar Tip Guard - An attachment that may be provided on the end of the guide bar to prevent
the chain at the end of the guide bar from contacting the wood.
Saw powerhead - A saw without the saw chain and guide bar.
Drive Sprocket or Sprocket - The toothed part that drives the saw chain.
Front Handle - The support handle located at or toward the front of the saw.
Front Handle Guard - A structural barrier between the front handle of a saw and the guide
bar, typically located close to the hand position on the front handle and sometimes
employed as an activating lever for a chain brake.
Guide Bar - A solid railed structure that supports and guides the saw chain.
Kickback - The backward or upward motion, or both of the guide bar occurring when the
saw chain near the nose of the top area of the guide bar contacts any object or when the
workpiece closes in and pinches the saw chain in the cut.
Kickback, Pinch - The rapid pushback of the saw which can occur when the workpiece
closes in and pinches the moving saw chain in the cut along the top of the guide bar.
Kickback, Rotational - The rapid upward and backward motion of the saw which can occur
when the moving saw chain near the upper portion of the tip of the guide bar contacts an
object.
Rear Handle - The support handle located at or toward the rear of the saw.
Reduced Kickback Guide Bar - A guide bar which has been demonstrated to reduce kick-
back significantly.
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Replacement Saw Chain - A chain that complies with the kickback performance requirements of ANSI B175.1 when tested with specific saws. It may not meet the ANSI performance requirements when used with other saws.
Saw Chain - A loop of chain having cutting teeth, that cut the PVC tubing and that is driven
by the motor and is supported by the guide bar.
Bumper - Front face of the saw head which maintains position while sawing.
Switch - A device that when operated will complete or interrupt and electrical power circuit
to the motor of the saws.
Lock-off Button - A movable stop that prevents the unintentional operation of the switch
until manually actuated.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS FOR
CHARGER & BATTERY CARTRIDGE
1. SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS - This manual contains important safety and operating instructions for battery charger.
2. Before using battery charger, read all
instructions and cautionary markings on
(1) battery charger, (2) battery, and (3)
product using battery.
3. CAUTION - To reduce risk of injury, charge
only MAKITA rechargeable batteries
marked on the charger label. Other types
of batteries may burst causing personal
injury and damage.
4. Do not expose charger to rain or snow.
5. Use of an attachment not recommended
or sold by the battery charger manufacturer may result in a risk of fire, electric
shock, or injury to persons.
Table 1: RECOMMENDED MINIMUM AWG SIZE FOR EXTENSION CORDS FOR BATTERY CHARGERS
Length of Cord (Feet) 25 50 100 150
AWG Size of Cord 18 18 18 16
6. To reduce risk of damage to electric plug
and cord, pull by plug rather than cord
when disconnecting charger.
7. Make sure cord is located so that it will
not be stepped on, tripped over, or otherwise subjected to damage or stress.
8. An extension cord should not be used
unless absolutely necessary. Use of
improper extension cord could result in a
risk of fire and electric shock. If extension
cord must be used, make sure:
a. That pins on plug of extension cord
are the same number, size, and shape
as those of plug on charger;
b. That extension cord is properly wired
and in good electrical condition;
c. That wire size is at least as large as
the one specified in the table below.
USC001-3
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