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When cutting stainless steel plates, adjust the unit as described below:

1. Adjust the speed

Blade

Thickness of material

Dial Scale

 

 

Middle groove position

No. 97

1.5 – 2.5 mm

between scales “2”

 

 

and “3”

 

 

 

NOTE:

Dial scale reading is for reference only. The higher the speed is, the quicker the material is cut. But the service life of the blade will be reduced in this case. When the speed is too low, cutting will take longer, although the service life will be prolonged. Make adjustments as desired.

2.Set the orbital position to “0” NOTE:

￿ When cutting use cutting fluid (oil base cutting fluid) to prolong the blade’s service life.

SELECTION OF BLADES

￿Accessory blades

To ensure maximum operating efficiency and results, it is very important to select the appropriate blade best suited to the type and thickness of the material to be cut. Three types of blades are provided as standard accessories. The blade number is engraved in the vicinity of the mounting portion of each blade. Select appropriate blades by referring to Table 1.

HOUSING THE HEXAGONAL BAR WRENCH

It is possible to house the hexagonal bar wrench on the base. (See Fig. 16)

MAINTENANCE AND INSPECTION

1.Inspecting the blade

Continued use of a dull or damaged blade will result in reduced cutting efficiency and may cause overloading of the motor. Replace the blade with a new one as soon as excessive abrasion is noted.

2.Inspecting the mounting screws

Regularly inspect all mounting screws and ensure that they are properly tightened. Should any of the screws be loose, retighten them immediately. Failure to do so could result in serious hazard.

3.Maintenance of the motor

The motor unit winding is the very “heart” of the power tool.

Exercise due care to ensure the winding does not become damaged and/or wet with oil or water.

4.Inspecting the carbon brushes

For your continued safety and electrical shock protection, carbon brush inspection and replacement on this tool should ONLY be performed by a HITACHI AUTHORIZED SERVICE CENTER.

5.Replacing supply cord

If the supply cord of Tool is damaged, the Tool must be returned to Hitachi Authorized Service Center for the cord to be replaced.

6.Service parts list

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 may be changed without prior notice.

GUARANTEE

We guarantee Hitachi Power Tools in accordance with statutory/country specific regulation. This guarantee does not cover defects or damage due to misuse, abuse, or normal wear and tear. In case of complaint, please send the Power Tool, undismantled, with the GUARANTEE CERTIFICATE found at the end of this Handling instruction, to a Hitachi Authorized Service Center.

NOTE:

Due to HITACHI’s continuing program of research and development, the specifications herein are subject to change without prior notice.

IMPORTANT:

Correct connection of the plug

The wires of the main lead and coloured in accordance with the following code:

Blue: -Neutral

Brown: -Live

As the colours of the wires in the main lead of this tool may not correspond with the coloured markings identifying the terminals in your plug proceed as follows: The wire coloured blue must be connected to the terminal marked with the letter N or coloured black.

The wire coloured brown must be connected to the terminal marked with the letter L or coloured red. Neither core must be connected to the earth terminal.

NOTE:

This requirement is provided according to BRITISH STANDARD 2769: 1984.

Therefore, the letter code and colour code may not be applicable to other markets except The United Kingdom.

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