Specifications - Hitachi FCH 48Y Handling Instructions Manual

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SPECIFICATIONS

Model
Voltage (by areas)*
Power input*
Cutting length (Length of blade)
Number of strokes
Weight (without cord)
*Be sure to check the nameplate on product as it is subject to change by areas.
STANDARD ACCESSORY
Blade case ................................................................... 1
Standard accessory is subject to change without notice.
APPLICATIONS
Trimming hedges, etc.
Shaping bushes
PRIOR TO OPERATION
1. Power source
Ensure that the power source to be utilized conforms
to the power requirements specified on the product
nameplate.
2. Power switch
Ensure that the switch levers of main handle and sub
handle are in the OFF position. If the plug is connected
to a power receptacle while the switch levers of main
handle and sub handle are in the ON position, the
power tool will start operating immediately, inviting
serious accident.
3. Installing protector
Loosen the two M6×12 screws fitted in the base plate
and remove. The enclosed protector should be fitted
to the base plate using these two screws (Fig. 1).
4. Installing sub handle
Loosen the two screwed-in M6×16 screws and remove.
Insert the sub handle in the recess of the hedge
trimmer housing and, if necessary, slightly separate
the lower ends of the handle. To secure the sub handle
offer the two screws through the holes of the handle
to the threads in the housing and tighten (Fig. 2).
5. Extension cord
Use an extension cord of sufficient thickness and
rated capacity. The extension cord should be kept as
short as practicable.
6. Operating switch
To switch on the hedge trimmer, the main handle
switch lever as well as the sub handle switch lever
must be depressed. As soon as one of the switches is
released, the trimmer blades will stop immediately
(Fig. 4).
7. Quick blade stop
In order to avoid injuries through cuts, the blade will
stop in approx. 0.015 secs. when one of the two switch
levers are released.
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FCH48Y FCH57Y
(110V, 115V, 120V, 127V, 220V, 230V, 240V)
500W*
480 mm 570 mm
1800/min
3.1 kg 3.3 kg
8. Blade safety rail
The cutting blade set back from rounded edge re-
ception blade reduces the risk of the injuries due to
unintentional body contact (Fig. 5).
9. Impact protector
The extended holder plate prevents unpleasant shocks
(blade recoil) being transmitted to the operator due to
impact with solid objects (wall, ground etc.) (Fig. 5).
10. Gear protection
If solid objects are caught in the cutting blade and jam
the motor, switch off the machine at once, disconnect
the plug from the power receptacle, remove the object
and continue with the work.
The equipment is also fitted with an overload cut-out,
which protects the gears against mechanical damage
in the event of blade jams.
11. Notes on blade
As the blade moves reciprocally, do not allow it to
come into contact with large trees or lumber. Doing so
will cause the tool to move backwards, presenting a
hazard and reducing the service life of the tool.
PICTOGRAM ILLUSTRATION AND EXPLANATION
Wear ear
protectors!
Warning!
Read handling
instructions before use
TRIMMING PROCEDURES
1. Trimming hedge
To trim the top surface of the hedge, move the tool
from right to left or vice versa (Fig. 6). To trim the side
surface, move the tool from the bottom to the top to
obtain a good finish (Fig. 7).
Trim the corners sharp to enhance appearance. Stretch
a piece of string along the hedge and use it as a
reference to obtain uniform cutting.
FCH68Y
680 mm
3.5 kg
Remove plug
immediately if the
power cord is
damaged or cut
Do not use this electric power
tools in wet wether conditions!