Warnings And Safety Instructions - Hitachi CS 33EB Handling Instructions Manual

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Depth gauge setting
Side plate fi ling angle
Top plate angle
NOTE: Noise level/vibration levels are calculated as the time-weighted energy total for noise/vibration levels under various
working conditions with the following time distribution:
* : 1/3 idle, 1/3 full, 1/3 racing speed.
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* : 1/2 full, 1/2 racing speed.
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WHAT IS WHAT? (Fig. 1)
A: Throttle lever: Device activated by the operatorʼs fi nger,
for controlling the engine speed.
B: Throttle lever lockout: Device that prevents the
accidental operation of the throttle lever until manually
released.
C: Stop switch: Device for allowing the engine to be started
or stopped.
D: Oil tank cap: For closing the oil tank.
E: Recoil starter: Pull handle to start the engine.
F: Front handle: Support handle located at or towards the
front of the engine housing.
G: Fuel tank cap: For closing the fuel tank.
H: Rear handle: Support handle located at or towards the
rear of the engine housing.
I: Choke lever: Device for enriching the fuel/air mixture in
the carburetor, to aid starting.
J: Priming pump: Device for supplying extra fuel, to aid
starting.
K: Guide bar: The part that supports and guides the saw
chain.
L: Saw chain: Chain, serving as a cutting tool.
M: Chain brake (Front hand guard): Device for stopping or
locking the chain.
N: Chain catcher: device for restraining the saw chain.
O: Air fi ler cover: Cover for air fi lter and carburetor.
P: Side case: Protective cover to the guide bar, saw chain,
clutch and sprocket when the chain saw is in use.
Q: Tension adjustment bolt: Device, often acting on the
guide bar, for adjusting the saw chain tension.
R: Muffl er: Reduces engine exhaust noise and directs the
exhaust gases.
S: Anti-vibration rubber: Reduce the transmission of
vibrations to the operator's hands.
T: Chain bar clamp nut: Secures the side case and the
guide bar.
U: Spiked bumper: Device for acting as a pivot when in
contact with a tree or log.
V: Guide bar cover: Device for covering the guide bar and
saw chain when the unit is not being used.
W: Combi box spanner: The tool for removing or installing a
spark plug and tensioning the saw chain.
X: Handling instructions: Included with unit. Read before
operation and keep for future reference to learn proper,
safe techniques.
WARNINGS AND SAFETY
INSTRUCTIONS
Pay special attention to statements preceded by the
following words:
WARNING
Indicates a strong possibility of severe personal injury or
loss of life, if instructions are not followed.
File guide angle
File
Depth gauge
CAUTION
Indicates a possibility of personal injury or equipment
damage, if instructions are not followed.
NOTE
Helpful information for correct function and use.
Operator safety
○ Always wear a safety face shield or goggles.
○ Gloves should be used when sharpening chain.
○ Always wear safety protective equipment such as
jacket, trousers, gloves, helmet, boots with steel toe-
caps and non-slip soles, and eye, ear and leg protection
equipment whenever you use a chain saw. For working
in trees the safety boots must be suitable for climbing
techniques. Ask Hitachi Authorized Service Centers for
help in choosing the right equipment. Do not wear loose
clothing, jewelry, short pants, sandals or go barefoot.
Secure hair so it is above shoulder length.
○ Do not operate this tool when you are tired, ill or under
the infl uence of alcohol, drugs or medication.
○ Never let a child or inexperienced person operate the
machine.
○ Wear hearing protection. Pay attention to your
surroundings.
Be aware of any bystanders who may be signaling a
problem.
Remove safety equipment immediately upon shutting off
engine.
○ Wear head protection.
○ Never start or run the engine inside a closed room or
building.
Breathing exhaust fumes can be fatal.
○ For respiratory protection, wear a protection mask while
emitting the chain oil mist and dust from sawdust.
○ Keep handles free of oil and fuel.
○ Keep hands away from cutting equipment.
○ Do not grab or hold the unit by the cutting equipment.
○ When the unit is shut off , make sure the cutting
attachment has stopped before the unit is set down.
○ When operation is prolonged, take a break periodically
so that you may avoid possible Hand-Arm Vibration
Syndrome (HAVS) which is caused by vibration.
○ National regulation can restrict the use of machine.
○ The operator must obey the local regulations of cutting
area.
WARNING
○ Antivibration systems do not guarantee that you will not
sustain Hand-Arm Vibration Syndrome or carpal tunnel
syndrome.
Therefore, continual end regular users should monitor
closely the condition of their hands and fi ngers. If any
of the above symptoms appear, seek medical advice
immediately.
○ Long or continuous exposure to high noise levels may
cause permanent hearing impairment. Always wear
approved hearing protection when operating a unit/
machine.
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