Before Using - Hitachi Koki C 10FSH Manual

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BEFORE USING

1. Make sure the power source is appropriate for the tool.
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2. Make sure the trigger switch is turned OFF.
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3. Check the saw blade for visible defects.
Confirm that the saw blade is free of cracks or other visible damage.
4. Confirm that the saw blade is attached securely to the power tool.
Using the supplied 10mm box wrench, tighten the bolt on the saw blade spindle to secure the saw
blade.
For details, see Fig. 51-a, Fig. 51-b and Fig. 51-c in the section on "SAW BLADE MOUNTING AND
DISMOUNTING".
5. Check the safety cover for proper operation.
Fig. 7
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6. Confirm the position of the spindle lock before using the tool.
After installing the saw blade, confirm that the spindle lock has been returned to the retract position
before using the power tool (see Fig. 2).
7. Check the lower limit position of the Saw Blade.
Although it was adjusted before shipment, carefully check the height of the saw blade. Confirm that the
saw blade can be lowered 13/32" to 7/16" (10mm to 11mm) below the table insert. For details, see the
section on "Checking the saw blade lower limit position".
8. Check the Power Receptacle.
To prevent overheating, accidental stopping or intermittent operation, confirm that the power cord
plug fits properly in the electrical receptacle and does not fall out after it is inserted. Repair or replace
the receptacle if it is faulty.
9. Confirm the tool's power cord is not damaged.
Repair or replace the power cord if an inspection indicates that it is damaged
AFTER CONNECTING THE POWER PLUG TO AN APPROPRIATE AC POWER SOURCE,
CHECK THE OPERATION OF THE TOOL AS FOLLOWS:
10. Trial Run
After confirming that no one is standing behind, the power tool start and confirm that no operating
abnormalities exist before attempting a cutting operation.
11. Inspect the rotating stability of the saw blade.
For precise cutting, rotate the saw blade and check for deflection to confirm that the blade is not noticeably
unstable; otherwise vibrations might occur and cause an accident.
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Never connect the power tool unless the available AC power source is of the same
voltage as that specified on the nameplate of the tool.
Never connect this power tool to a DC power source.
If the power cord is connected to the power source with the trigger switch turned
ON the power tool will start suddenly and can cause a serious accident.
Safety cover is designed to protect the operator from coming into
contact with the saw blade during operation of the tool.
Always check that the safety cover moves smoothly and covers
the saw blade properly.
Safety Cover
NEVER OPERATE THE POWER TOOL if the safety cover does not function smoothly.