Prior To Operation - Hitachi CB 18DBL Instruction Manual

Remove the cord or plug from the power and
then connect it again after 30 seconds or so. If
this does not cause the pilot lamp to blink in red
(every second), please take the charger to the
Hitachi Authorized Service Center.

PRIOR TO OPERATION

1. Preparing and checking the work environment
Make sure that the work site meets all the conditions
laid forth in the precautions.
2. Installing the side handle
Be sure to install the side handle and use both hands
while operating. Failure to do so may result in injury.
(See Fig. 6)
3. Checking the battery
Make sure that the battery is installed fi rmly. If it is at
all loose it could come off and cause an accident.
4. Hex. bar wrench storage
The included Hex. Bar wrench can be stored in the
main unit. Store the tool to prevent losing it. (See
Fig. 7)
1
5. Guide plate protrusion adjustment
CAUTION
● Be sure to switch power OFF and disconnect the
battery from the body when adjusting protrusion
of guide plate.
2
Side Handle
1
Fig. 6
2
Hex. Bar wrench
Fig. 7
In the ordinary operation, protrude the guide plate to
the A side fully.
Loosen two Hex. socket bolts with the attached Hex.
bar wrench, then slide the guide plate and secure it by
tightening two Hex. socket bolts fi rmly.
When the guide plate strikes against the obstacles
like a wall or the like at the fi nishing of a cut, slide it at
the appropriate position. (See Fig. 8)
2
A
3
Band Saw Blade
6. Switch operation (Fig. 9)
Drawing the switch while pressing the switch lock to
either direction indicated by arrow will revolve the band
saw blade while lighting up the LED light.
After the switch is activated and remains drawn, the
band saw blade will continue revolving even if the
Switch Lock is released.
In addition, the LED light will remain lit.
When you release the switch, the revolution of
the band saw blade will stop and the LED light will
automatically be extinguished in approximately 15
seconds.
CAUTION
Do not lock directly into the light from the LED
lamp. Continuous and direct exposure to the
light from the LED lamp can injure your eyes.
Switch lock
1
LED light
English
M5 Hex. Socket
Bolt (2 pcs.)
1
Hex. Bar wrench
Guide plate
Fig. 8
+ =
1 2
Switch
1
2
Fig. 9
15