General Operational Precautions - Hitachi C 8FS Handling Instructions Manual

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GENERAL OPERATIONAL PRECAUTIONS

WARNING!
When using power tools basic safety precautions should
always be followed to reduce the risk of fire, electric shock
and personal injury, including the following.
Read all these instructions before attempting to operate
this product and save these instructions.
1. Keep work area clean. Cluttered areas and benches
invite injuries.
2. Consider work area environment. Do not expose
power tools to rain. Do not use power tools in
damp or wet locations. Keep work area well lit.
Do not use tools in the presence of flammable
liquids or gases.
Power tools produce sparks during operation. They
also spark when switching ON/OFF. Never use
power tools in dangerous sites containing lacquer,
paint, benzine, thinner, gasoline, gases, adhesive
agents, and other materials which are combustible
or explosive.
3. Guard against electric shock. Avoid body contact
with earthed or grounded surfaces. For example;
pipes, radiators, refrigerator enclosures.
4. Keep other persons away. Do not let persons,
especially children, not involved in the work touch
the tool or the extension cord and keep them
away from the work area.
5. Store idle tools. When not in use, tools should
be stored in a dry locked-up place, out of reach
of children.
6. Do not force the tool. It will do the job better and
safer at the rate for which it was intended.
7. Use the right tool. Do not force small tools to do
the job of a heavy duty tool. Do not use tools
for purposes not intended; for example do not use
circular saws to cut tree limbs or logs.
8. Dress properly. Do not wear loose clothing or
jewelry. They can be caught in moving parts. Non-
skid footwear is recommended when working
outdoors. Wear protective hair covering to contain
long hair.
9. Use protective equipment. Use safety glasses. Use
face or dust mask if cutting operations create dust.
10. Connect dust extraction equipment.
If device are provided for the connection of dust
extraction and collecting equipment, ensure these
are connected and properly used.
11. Do not abuse the cord. Never yank the cord to
disconnect it from the receptacle. Keep the cord
away from heat, oil and sharp edges.
12. Secure work. Where possible use clamps or a vise
to hold the work. It is safer than using your hand.
13. Do not overreach. Keep proper footing and balance
at all times.
14. Maintain tools with care. Keep cutting tools sharp
and clean for better and safer performance. Follow
instructions for lubricating and changing
accessories. Inspect tool cords periodically and if
damaged have them repaired by an authorized
service facility. Inspect extension cords periodically
and replace if damaged. Keep handles dry, clean
and free from oil and grease.
15. Disconnect tools. When not in use, before servicing
and when changing accessories such as blades,
bits and cutters, disconnect tools from the power
supply.
16. Remove adjusting keys and wrenches. Form the
habit of checking to see that keys and adjusting
wrenches are removed from the tool before turning
it on.
17. Avoid unintentional starting. Do not carry plugged-
in tool with finger on switch. Ensure switch is in
"off" position when plugging in.
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18. Use outdoor extension leads. When the tool is
used outdoors, use only extension cords intended
for outdoor use and so marked.
19. Stay alert. Watch what you are doing. Use common
sense. Do not operate the tool when you are tired.
20. Check damaged parts. Before further use of tool,
it should be carefully checked to determine that
it will operate properly and perform its intended
function. Check for alignment of moving parts,
binding of moving parts, breakage of parts,
mounting and any other conditions that may affect
its operation. A guard or other part that is damaged
should be properly repaired or replaced by an
authorized service center unless otherwise
indicated in this handling instructions. Have
defective switches replaced by an authorized
service center. Do not use the tool if the switch
does not turn it on and off.
21. Do not use power tools for applications other than
those specified in the handling instructions.
22. Warning
The use of any accessory or attachment other
than one recommended in this handling
instructions or the HITACHI catalog may present
a risk of personal injury.
23. Repairing must be done only by authorized service
facility. Manufacturer is not responsible for any
damages and injuries due to the repair by the
unauthorized persons as well as the mishandling
of the tool.
24. Have your tool repaired by a qualified person.
This power tool complies with the relevant safety
rules. Repairs should only be carried out by
qualified persons using original spare parts,
otherwise this may result in considerable danger
to the user.
25. To ensure the designed operational integrity of
power tools, do not remove installed covers or
screws.
26. Do not touch movable parts or accessories unless
the power source has been disconnected.
27. Use your tool at lower input than specified on the
nameplate; otherwise, the finish may be spoiled
and working efficiency reduced due to motor
overload.
28. Do not wipe plastic parts with solvent. Solvents
such as gasoline, thinner, benzine, carbon
tetrachloride, alcohol, may damage and crack
plastic parts. Do not wipe them with such solvent.
Clean plastic parts with a soft cloth lightly
dampened with soapy water.
29. Use only original HITACHI replacement parts.
30. This tool should only be disassembled for
replacement of carbon brushes.
31. The exploded assembly drawing on this handling
instructions should be used only for authorized
service facility.
PRECAUTION FOR SLIDE COMPOUND SAW
1. Never use the slide compound saw with its safety
cover locked in the open position.
2. Ensure that the safety cover moves smoothly.
3. Do not use the saw without guards in position.
4. Always keep the saw blade sharp.
5. Do not use saw blades which are damaged or
deformed.
6. Use only saw blades recommended by HITACHI.
7. Select saw blades in relation to the material to
be cut.
8. Never operate the slide compound saw with the
saw blade turned upward or to the side.
9. Ensure that the workpiece is free of foreign matter
such as nails.