NOTE:
When replacing the carbon brush with a new one, be sure to use the Hitachi Carbon Brush Code No. 999058.
5.Replacing carbon brushes
Take out the carbon brush by first removing the brush cap and then hooking the protrusion of the carbon brush with a flat head screw driver, etc., as shown in Fig. 27.
When installing the carbon brush, choose the direction so that the nail of the carbon brush agrees with the contact portion outside the brush tube. Then push it in with a finger as illustrated in
Fig. 28. Lastly, install the brush cap.
CAUTION:
Be absolutely sure to insert the nail of the carbon brush into the contact portion outside the brush tube. (You can insert whichever one of the two nails provided.)
Caution must be exercised since any error in this operation can result in the deformed nail of the carbon brush and may cause motor trouble at an early stage.
6.Performance checkup and maintenance of safety cover
Keep the safety cover in good shape for smooth performance at all times. Be sure to make prompt repair in case of any malfunction.
7.Adjusting the base and saw blade to maintain perpendicularity:
The angle between the base and the saw blade has
been adjusted to 90°, however should this perpendicularity be lost for some reason, adjust in the following manner:
(1)Turn the base face up (Fig. 29) and loosen the knob and
(2)Apply a square to the base and the saw blade and turning the slotted set screw with a
8.Check for dust
Dust may be removed with a clean rag or a cloth dampened with soapy water.
Do not use bleach, chlorine, gasoline or thinner, for they may damage the plastics.
9.Storage
Storing in a place below 40°C and out of the reach of children.
10.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 genuine replacement parts must be used, all service and repairs must be performed by a HITACHI AUTHORIZED SERVICE CENTER, ONLY.
11.Service parts list A : Item No.
B : Code No.
C : No. Used
D: Remarks
CAUTION:
Repair, modification and inspection of Hitachi Power Tools must be carried out by an Hitachi Authorized Service Center.
This Parts List will be helpful if presented with the
tool to the Hitachi Authorized Service Center when requesting repair or other maintenance.
In the operation and maintenance of power tools, the safety regulations and standards prescribed in each country must be observed.
MODIFICATIONS:
Hitachi Power Tools are constantly being improved and modified to incorporate the latest technological advancements.
Accordingly, some parts (i.e. code numbers and/or design) may be changed without prior notice.
NOTE
Due to HITACHI’s continuing program of research and development, the specifications herein are subject to change without prior notice.
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