English
Depth gages shall be all lined up in the same manner
because they are used to adjust depth at the position
where the cutter inlays into the wood.
When sharpening the saw chain, be sure to check the
depth gage every two or three times.
Place a depth gage jointer on the saw chain, leave the
gage visible at the groove, and use a fl at fi le to bevel the
portion out of the depth gage jointer. (Fig. 33) (Depth
gage jointer and fl at fi le are sold separately.)
After fi ling away the depth gage, round off the front side
of the depth gage as it was. (Fig. 34)
After sharpening the saw chain, place it into chain oil to
wash off the fi lings.
If fi lings are not cleaned off , the saw chain and guide
bar will quickly wear while in use.
MAINTENANCE AND INSPECTION
After operation, perform inspection and maintenance of
each part when storing the unit.
WARNING
During maintenance and inspection, always switch off
the unit and disconnect the plug from the receptacle.
1. Inspection of saw chains
○ Occasionally inspect the saw chain. In the event of
any abnormality, replace it with a new one referring to
"Installing (replacing) saw chain" .
○ Inspect the chain tension and check If it is correctly
tightened.
○ Stop using the unit when the saw chain becomes blunt
and sharpen it referring to "Sharpening of the chain
blade".
○ After use, carefully lubricate the saw chain and guide
bars with oil for rust-proofi ng.
CAUTION
Wear gloves to avoid injury while using a saw chain.
2. Cleaning the side cover (Fig. 35)
Clean and remove any sawdust left inside the parts.
NOTE
When cleaning the side cover, brake band chamber,
chain oil spout, and side bar, see the procedure
"Installing (replacing) saw chain" and remove the saw
chain.
3. Cleaning the chain oil spout (Fig. 36)
Before cleaning the chain oil spout, remove the side
cover and guide bar.
4. Cleaning the guide bar (Figs. 7, 37)
When sawdust and similar become clogged in the
groove of the guide bar or oil spout, the oil may not fl ow,
which may result in the unit failing.
Remove the guide bar and clean any sawdust clogged
in the groove after use and when replacing the saw
chain. (Refer to "Installing (replacing) saw chain.")
5. Inspect the chain catcher (Fig. 38)
The chain catcher is for preventing the saw chain from
striking the operator as much as possible should the
chain come loose or break.
The chain catcher and side cover are combined into a
single structure.
Inspect the chain catcher to make sure that there are
no damages.
6. 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.
7. 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.
8. Replacing 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.
9. Cleaning of the outside
When the chain saw is stained, wipe with a soft dry
cloth or a cloth moistened with soapy water. Do not use
chloric solvents, gasoline or paint thinner, for they melt
plastics.
10. Storage
When storing the unit, perform cleaning and
maintenance of each part and mount the chain case to
the guide bar.
Store the chain saw in a place where the temperature is
less than 40°C and out of reach of children.
CAUTION
In the operation and maintenance of power tools, the
safety regulations and standards prescribed in each
country must be observed.
SELECTING ACCESSORIES
The accessories of this machine are listed on page 235.
GUARANTEE
We guarantee Hitachi Power Tools in accordance with
statutory/country specifi c 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.
IMPORTANT
Correct connection of the plug
The wires of the main lead are 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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