Operational Cautions - Hitachi CG 36DL Handling Instructions Manual

◯ If the nylon line does not extend when there is enough
nylon line remaining, or when replacing the nylon
line (Code No. 335235), wind the nylon line using the
following procedure.
(4) Release about 150 mm of the nylon cord from both ends,
fold the middle part and attach to the hook on the spool.
Next, wind the cord on the spool in the direction shown by
the arrow, being careful not to crisscross it (Fig. 27, 28).
(5) Leave about 100 mm – 150 mm nylon cord unwound,
hook and secure the line in the stopper. (Fig. 29)
NOTE
Do not cross the nylon line when securing the line in the
stopper. (Fig. 30)
(6) Align the position of the stopper and eyelet line guide,
and then insert the button through the case.
Release the line from the stopper while holding the reel
lightly, and then string the line through the eyelet line
guide. (Fig. 31)
(7) Press and snap the tabs of the case in the locking holes
of the cover. (Fig. 32)
WARNING
Check to make sure the tabs are fi rmly snapped into the
locking holes.
Operating the tool while the parts are not fi rmly snapped
together may results in accidents or injury from fl ying
part.
(8) Pull the line taught so there is no slack, and then cut
the line to an extended length of 90 mm – 110 mm with
scissors. (Fig. 33)
OPERATION
Trimming grass
WARNING
◯ Do not operate the tool at night or under bad weather
conditions when visibility is poor.
◯ Do not operate the tool when it is raining or right after it
has been raining.
◯ Wear proper footwear to prevent slipping that could
cause you to lose your balance and fall.
◯ Do not use the tool on steep slopes.
When trimming grass on slopes that are not so steep,
trim by moving towards the ridge.
◯ Place the right hand on the handle and the left hand on
the loop handle and hold it fi rmly.
◯ Take care not to move the nylon head too close to your
feet.
◯ Do not raise the nylon head above your knee during
cutting.
◯ Do not use the tool where the nylon head may come into
contact with stones, tree and other obstacles.
◯ A nylon head can injure while it continues to spin after the
motor is stopped. When the unit is turned off , make sure
the nylon head has stopped before the unit is set down.
◯ Do not use the tool within 15 m of another person. When
you work with someone else, maintain a distance of more
than 15 m.
◯ Blade thrust may occur when the spinning blade contacts
a solid object in the critical area.
A dangerous reaction may occur causing the entire unit
and operator to be thrust violently. This reaction is called
blade thrust. As a result, the operator may lose control
of the unit which may cause serious or fatal injury. Blade
thrust is more likely to occur in areas where it is diffi cult to
see the material to be cut.
1. Insert the battery while observing its polarities.
2. Turn on the tool. (Fig. 34)
◯ Press the power button on the housing, the power goes
on and the power lamp on the handle lights red.
◯ Pressing the power button a second time turns the power
off and the red lamp on the handle goes off .
[Auto power off ]
When the power is turned on but the lever is not used for
one minute, the tool is automatically turned off . To turn
the tool on again, press the power button a second time.
WARNING
Never leave the tool with the power on. This could result
in an accident.
3. Lever operation and brake (Fig. 35)
To start rotation of the cutting blade, with the power
turned on, pull the lever while pressing the locking lever.
When you release the lever, the brake engages in 1 – 3
seconds, stopping rotation of the cutting blade.
Make sure that the brake operates normally before using
the tool.
4. Speed dial (Fig. 36)
A speed dial for changing the rotational speed in the
range of 5800 – 7000 min
Turn the dial clockwise to increase the speed and
counterclockwise to reduce the speed.
5. Trimming grass
◯ Grip the handle from above, press the locking lever and
pull the lever to start cutting head rotation. (Fig. 37)
◯ Release the lever when you fi nish trimming and stop the
motor.
◯ Place your thumb on the handle and grip the handle with
your other fi ngers. (Fig. 38) (CG36DL, CG36DAL only)
◯ Place your thumb on the loop handle and grip the handle
with your other fi ngers. (Fig. 39) (CG36DL (L), CG36DAL
(L) only)
◯ Take a posture that makes it easy to move.
[Grass trimming techniques]
Do not swing the pipe, but use the hips to move the nylon
head horizontally from right to left in an arc while going
forward and use the left side of the nylon head for cutting
grass. (Fig. 40)

OPERATIONAL CAUTIONS

Continuous work
This tool comes with an over-heat protection circuit that
protects the electronic parts that control the rechargeable
battery. In continuous trimming work, tool temperature
will rise and eventually trigger the over-heat protection
circuit, which will shut down the tool.
If this happens, let the tool cool for a length of time. When
the temperature drops, it will again become possible to
use the tool. When the rechargeable battery has to be
exchanged during continuous operation, let the tool rest
for about 15 minutes.
Overload Protection
This tool comes with an overload protection circuit
to protect the electronic parts controlling the tool. In
continuous overload during trimming work (locking the
nylon head, etc.), the overload protection circuit shuts
down the motor. If this happens, turn OFF the power, and
then resolve the problem causing the overload.
The power lamp blinks if the lever is pressed after the
motor has stopped (see page 18, "ABOUT POWER
LAMP"). The power automatically turns OFF if the power
lamp blinks longer than 5 seconds. If this happens,
resolve the problem causing the overload, and then
switch the power button ON to resume using the tool.
Carrying the tool (Fig. 41)
CAUTION
◯ Remove the storage battery and use the cutting blade
cover to protect the cutting blade when carrying the tool.
Carrying the tool without fi rst putting the cutting blade
cover in place exposes the human body to the blade,
which can result in injury.
◯ Carry the tool holding with hands and keeping the cutting
blade away from the body.
English
is provided on the housing.
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