General Operational Precautions

1.Keep work area clean. Cluttered areas and benches invite accidents.

2.Avoid dangerous environment. Don’t expose power tools and charger to rain. Don’t use power tools and charger in damp or wet locations. And keep work area well lit. Never use power tools and charger near flammable or explosive materials. Do not use tool and charger in presence of flammable liquids or gases.

3.Keep children away. All visitors should be kept safe distance from work area.

4.Store idle tools and charger. When not in use, tools and charger should be stored in dry, high or locked-up place-out of reach of children. Store tools and charger in a palce where the temperature is less than 40˚C.

5.Don’t force tool. It will do the job better and safer at the rate for which it was designed.

6.Use right tool. Don’t force small tool or attachment to do the job of a heavy duty tool.

7.Wear proper apparel. Do not wear clothing or jewelry. They can be caught in moving parts. Rubber gloves and footwear are recommended when working outdoor.

8.Use eye protection with most tools. Also use face or dust mask if cutting operation is dusty.

9.Don’t abuse cord. Never carry charger by cord or yank it to disconnect from receptacle. Keep cord from heat, oil and sharp edges.

10.Secure work. Use clamps or a vise to hold work. It’s safer than using your hand and it frees both hands to operate tool.

11.Don’t overreach. Keep proper footing and balance at all times.

12.Maintain tools with care. Keep tools sharp at all times, and clean for best and safest performance. Follow instructions for lubricating and changing accessories.

13.When the charger is not in use, or when being maintained and inspected, disconnect its power cord from the AC outlet.

14.Remove chuck wrenches and wrenches. Form habit of checking to see that wrenches are removed from tool before turning it on.

15.Avoid accidental starting. Don’t carry tool with finger on switch.

16.To avoid danger, always use only the specified charger.

17.Use only original HITACHI replacement parts.

18.Do not use power tools for applications other than those specified in the Handling Instructions.

19.To avoid personal injury, use only the accessories or attachment recommended in these handling instructions or in the HITACHI catalog.

20.If the supply cord of this charger is damaged, the charger must be returned to the HITACHI authorized service center for the cord to be replaced. Let only the authorized service center do the repairing. The Manufacturer will not be responsible for any damages or injuries caused by repair by the unauthorized persons or by mishandling of the tool.

21.To ensure the designed operational integrity of power tools and charger, do not remove installed covers or screws.

22.Always use the charger at the voltage specified on the nameplate.

23.Do not touch movable parts or accessories unless the battery has been removed.

24.Always charge the battery before use.

25.Never use a battery other than that specified. Do not connect a usual dry cell, a rechargeable battery other than that specified or a car battery to the power tool.

26.Do not use any transformer that has a booster.

27.Do not charge the battery from an engine electric generator or DC power supply.

28.Always charge indoors. Because the charger and battery heat slightly during charging, charge the battery in a place not exposed to direct sunlight; where the humidity is low and the ventilation good.

29.When working in a high place, pay attention to the activities below to make sure there are no people below.

30.Use the exploded assembly drawing on this handling instructions only for authorized servicing.

PRECAUTIONS ON USING CORDLESS CIRCULAR SAW

1.Always charge the battery at a temperature of 0

– 40°C. A temperature of less than 0°C will result in over charging which is dangerous. The battery cannot be charged at a temperature higher than 40°C.

The most suitable temperature for charging is that of 20 – 25°C.

2.When one charging is completed, leave the charger for about 15 minutes before the next charging of battery.

Do not charge more than two batteries consecutively.

3.Do not allow foreign matter to enter the hole for connecting the rechargeable battery.

4.Never disassemble the rechargeable battery and charger.

5.Never short-circuit the rechargeable battery. Short- circuiting the battery will cause a great electric current and overheat. It results in burn or damage to the battery.

6.Do not dispose of the battery in fire. If the battery is burnt, it may explode.

7.When using this unit continuously, the unit may overheat, leading to damage in the motor and switch. Please leave it without using it for approximately 15 minutes.

8.Do not insert object into the air ventilation slots of the charger.

Inserting metal objects or inflammables into the charger air ventilation slots will result in electrical shock hazard or damaged charger.

9.Using an exhausted battery will damage the charger.

10.Bring the battery to the shop from which it was purchased as soon as the post-charging battery life becomes too short for practical use. Do not dispose of the exhausted battery.

11.Wear earplugs to protect your ears during operation.

12.Always hold the handle of the power tool firmly. Otherwise the counterforce produced may result in inaccurate and even dangerous operation.

13.Do not use saw blades which are deformed or cracked.

14.Do not use saw blades made of high speed steel.

15.Do not use saw blades which do not comply with the characteristics specified in these instructions.

16.Do not stop the saw blades by lateral pressure on the disc.

17.Always keep the saw blades sharp.

18.Ensure that the safety cover moves smoothly and freely.

19.Never use the circular saw with its safety cover fixed in the open position.

20.Ensure that the retraction mechanism of the guard system operates correctly.