Table Of Contents - Hitachi CG 40EBF Handling Instructions Manual

MEANINGS OF SYMBOLS
NOTE: Some units do not carry them.
Symbols
WARNING
The following show symbols used for the machine. Be sure that you understand their meaning before use.
It is important that you read, fully
understand and observe the following
safety precautions and warnings.
Careless or improper use of the unit may
cause serious or fatal injury.
Read, understand and follow all warnings
and instructions in this manual and on
the unit.
Always wear eye, head and ear protectors
when using this unit.
Keep all children, bystanders and helpers
15 m away from the unit. If anyone
approaches you, stop the engine and
cutting attachment immediately.
Be careful of thrown objects.
Contents
WHAT IS WHAT .................................................................................6
WARNINGS AND SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS ...................................7
SPECIFICATIONS .............................................................................8
ASSEMBLY PROCEDURES ..............................................................8
OPERATING PROCEDURES ............................................................8
MAINTENANCE .................................................................................9
Shows maximum shaft speed. Do not
use the cutting attachment whose max
min -1
speed is below the shaft speed.
Gloves should be worn when
necessary, e.g., when assembling
cutting equipment.
Use anti-slip and sturdy footwear.
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.
English
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