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MAINTENANCE AND INSPECTION
CAUTION: Pull out battery before doing any inspection or maintenance.
1.Checking the condition of the bit.
The bits should be checked regularly. If worn or broken bits can slip or decrease the efficiency of the motor and burn it out.
Replace worn bits with new ones.
CAUTION: If you use a driver bit of which point is worn or broken, it will be dangerous since it slips. So replace it with a new one.
2.Check the Mounting Screws
Loose mounting screws are dangerous. Regularly inspect them and make sure they are tight.
CAUTION: Using this power tool with loosen, screws is extremely dangerous.
3.Check for Dust
Dust may be removed with a soft cloth or a cloth dampened with soapy water.
Do not use bleach, chlorine, gasoline or thinner, for they may damage the plastics.
STORAGE
Storing in a place below 104°F (40°C) and out of the reach of children.
SERVICE AND REPAIRS
All quality power tools will eventually require servicing or replacement of parts because of wear from normal use. To assure that only authorized replacement parts will be used, all service and repairs must be performed by a HITACHI AUTHORIZED SERVICE CENTER, ONLY.
NOTE:
Specifications are subject to change without any obligation on the part of the HITACHI.
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