Hitachi CR 13VBY 10.Adjusting the swing cutting operation, CAUTION:, CAUTION:, Hold firmly the front cover by hand to operate,
Do not remove the front cover (refer to Fig. 2)

on the motor can result in overheating and damage.

Although this unit employs a powerful motor, prolonged use at a low speed will increase the load unduly and may lead to overheating. Properly adjust the saw blade to allow steady, smooth cutting operation, avoiding any unreasonable use such as sudden stops during cutting operation.

10.Adjusting the swing cutting operation

Two cutting systems can be selected with this unit. The first is straight cutting, in which the saw blade is moved linearly, and the second is the swing cutting, in which the saw blade is swung like a pendulum. (Fig. 16, Fig. 17)

(1)Straight cutting

You can perform straight cutting by setting the change lever widthwise. Straight cutting should normally be performed when cutting hard materials such as metal, etc. (Fig. 16)

Straight cutting

Change lever

Fig. 16

(2)Swing cutting

You can perform swing cutting by setting the change lever lengthways. Swing cutting should normally be performed when cutting soft materials such as wood, etc.

Swing cutting is efficient since the saw blade forcibly bites into the material. (Fig. 17) Change lever

Swing cutting

Fig. 17

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CAUTION:

Even for soft materials, you should perform straight cutting if you wish to make curved or clean cuts.

Dust and dirt accumulated on the change lever section can degrade the function of the change lever. Periodically clean the change lever section.

When performing swing cutting, use a saw with straight blade. If a saw with curved blade is used, the saw blade may be broken or the unit may be damaged.

HOW TO USE THE

RECIPROCATING SAW

CAUTION:

Avoid carrying it plugged to the outlet with your finger on the switch. A sudden startup can result in an unexpected injury.

Be careful not to let sawdust, earth, moisture, etc., enter the inside of the machine through the plunger section during operation. If sawdust and the like accumulate in the plunger section, always clean it before use.

Do not remove the front cover (refer to Fig. 2).

Hold firmly the front cover by hand to operate.

But, do not extend your hand or finger beyond the flange (see Fig.18) of front cover to avoid an injury.

During use, press the base against the material while cutting.

Vibration can damage the saw blade if the base is not pressed firmly against the workpiece.

Furthermore, a tip of the saw blade can sometimes contact the inner wall of the pipe, damaging the saw blade.

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