Operating Procedures - Hitachi CG 40EAS (P) Handling Instructions Manual

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○ The protrusion of the cutter holder (A) (15) may
become misaligned with the blade while tightening nut
(19). Before operation, make sure the blade has been
properly installed. (Fig. 14)
○ Rotate the blade by hand and make sure there is no
rocking or abnormal noise. Rocking may cause abnormal
vibrations or result in the loosening of nuts.
CAUTION
○ Before operation, make sure the blade has been properly
installed.
○ If your unit is equipped with protection cover under
a cutting blade, check it for wear or cracks before
operation. If any damage or wear is found, replace it, as
it is an article of consumption.
○ You have to wear gloves when handling the cutting
blade.
WARNING
For Hitachi heads, use only fl exible, non-metallic line
recommended by the manufacturer. Never use wire or
wire ropes. They can break off and become a dangerous
projectile.

OPERATING PROCEDURES

Fuel (Fig. 15)
WARNING
○ The trimmer is equipped with a two-stroke engine.
Always run the engine on fuel, which is mixed with oil.
Provide good ventilation, when fueling or handling fuel.
○ Fuel is highly fl ammable and it is possible to get seriously
injured when inhaling or spilling on your body.
Always pay attention when handling fuel. Always have
good ventilation when handling fuel inside building.
Fuel
○ Always use branded 89 octane unleaded gasoline.
○ Use genuine two-cycle oil or use a mix between 25:1 to
50:1, please consult about the mixture ratio to Hitachi
Authorized Service Centers.
○ If genuine oil is not available, use an anti-oxidant added
quality oil expressly labeled for air-cooled 2-cycle engine
use (JASO FC GRADE OIL or ISO EGC GRADE). Do not
use BIA or TCW (2-stroke water-cooling type) mixed oil.
○ Never use multi-grade oil (10 W/30) or waste oil.
○ Never mix fuel and oil in machine's fuel tank. Always mix
fuel and oil in a separate clean container.
Always start by fi lling half the amount of gasoline, which is
to be used.
Then add the whole amount of oil. Mix (shake) the fuel
mixture. Add the remaining amount of gasoline.
Mix (shake) the fuel-mix thoroughly before fi lling the fuel
tank.
Mixing amount of two-cycle oil and gasoline
Gasoline (Liter)
0.5
1
2
4
Fueling
WARNING
○ Always shut off the engine and let it cool for a few
minutes before refueling.
Do not smoke or bring fl ames or sparks near the fueling
site.
Two-cycle oil (ml)
Ratio 50:1 Ratio 25:1
10 ———
20 ———
40 ———
80 ———
○ Slowly open the fuel tank, when fi lling up with fuel, so
that possible over-pressure disappears.
○ Tighten the fuel tank cap carefully, after fueling.
○ Always move the unit at least 3 m from the fueling area
before starting.
○ Always wash any spilled fuel from clothing immediately
with soap.
○ Be sure to check any fuel leakage after refueling.
○ Before fueling, in order to remove static electricity from
the main body, the fuel container and the operator,
please touch the ground that is slightly damp.
Before fueling, clean the tank cap area carefully, to ensure
that no dirt falls into the tank. Make sure that the fuel is well
mixed by shaking the container, before fueling.
Starting
WARNING
○ Before starting the tool, ensure that the cutting
attachment is not touching any objects or the ground.
Otherwise, the cutting attachment may unexpectedly
rotate and cause an injury.
○ Ensure that the cutting attachment does not rotate while
the engine is idling. If it does rotate, adjust the idle speed
according to the instructions in "Idle speed adjustment" in
the "MAINTENANCE" section. If the cutting attachment
still rotates after this adjustment, immediately stop the
engine and cease use, then bring the tool to the nearest
Hitachi Authorized Service Center.
(1) Starting the cold engine
1. Set ignition switch (21) to ON position. (Fig. 16)
2. With throttle trigger lockout (22) pressed, pull throttle
trigger and push throttle lock (23). Then slowly release
the throttle trigger fi rst, then throttle trigger lockout. This
will lock the throttle in starting position.
3. Push priming bulb (24) about ten times so that fuel fl ows
into carburetor. (Fig. 17)
4. Set choke lever (25) to START position (closed) (A).
(Fig. 18)
5. Pull recoil starter briskly, taking care to keep the handle
in your grasp and not allowing it to snap back. (Fig. 19)
6. When you hear the engine want to start, return choke
lever to RUN position (open) (B). (Fig. 18)
7. Pull recoil starter briskly again. (Fig. 19)
NOTE
If engine does not start, repeat procedures from 2 to 7.
8. Then allow the engine about 2–3 minutes to warm up
before subjecting it to any load.
9. Check that the cutting attachment does not rotate when
the engine is idling.
(2) Starting the warm engine
Use only 1, 3, 7 and 9 of the starting procedure for a cold
engine.
If the engine does not start, use the same starting
procedure as for a cold engine.
Cutting
WARNING
○ Always use the harness and wear the proper attire and
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protective equipment when operating the unit.
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○ Keep others including children, animals, bystanders and
helpers outside the 15 m hazard zone. Stop the engine
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immediately if you are approached. (Fig. 20)
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○ When grass or vines wrap around attachment, stop
engine and attachment and remove them. Continuing
operation with grass or vines wrapped around the
attachment may result in damages such as early
abrasion of the clutch.
CAUTION
Use and points of caution will vary depending on the type
of cutting attachment. For safe use, make sure to follow
the instructions and guidelines provided with each type.
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