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The battery level warning lamp may light when the power tool is overloaded. This does not mean that the battery power is very low.

Be sure to check the battery level while the tool is in a no-load state.

MAINTENANCE AND INSPECTION

CAUTION: Pull out battery before doing any inspection or maintenance.

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.Check the Screws

Loose screws are dangerous. Regularly inspect them and make sure they are tight.

CAUTION:

Using this power tool with loosened screws is extremely dangerous.

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.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.

5.Disposal of the exhausted battery

WARNING:

Do not dispose of the exhausted battery. The battery must explode if it is incinerated. The product that you have purchased contains a rechargeable battery. The battery is recyclable. At the end of it’s useful life, under various state and local laws, it may be illegal to dispose of this battery into the municipal waste stream. Check with your local solid waste officials for details in your area for recycling options or proper disposal.

6.Storage

Storing in a place below 104°F (40°C) and out of the reach of children.

7.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.

8.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 a 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.

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