Hitachi Koki CS 40EA, Handling Instructions Manual, Page: 7 / 94

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English
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.
Warning, kickback danger. Be careful of possible
sudden and accidental upward and/or backward
motion of the guide bar.
Read, understand and follow all warnings and
instructions in this manual and on the unit.
One-handed usage not permitted. While cutting, hold
saw
fi
rmly with both hands with thumb
fi
rmly locked
around front handle.
Always wear eye, head and ear protectors when using
this unit.
Contents
WHAT IS WHAT? .............................................................................. 6
WARNINGS AND SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS .................................. 7
SPECIFICATIONS ............................................................................ 8
ASSEMBLY PROCEDURES ............................................................. 9
OPERATING PROCEDURES ........................................................... 9
MAINTENANCE .............................................................................. 11
Parts breakdown
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(Original instructions)
WHAT IS WHAT?
1. Throttle trigger: Device activated by the operator
✂
s
fi
nger, for
controlling the engine speed.
2. Throttle trigger lockout (Safety trigger): Device that prevents
the accidental operation of the throttle trigger until manually
released.
3. Ignition switch: Device for allowing the engine to be started or
stopped.
4. Oil tank cap: For closing the oil tank.
5. Recoil starter: Pull handle to start the engine.
6. Front handle: Support handle located at or towards the front of
the engine housing.
7. Fuel tank cap: For closing the fuel tank.
8. Choke control knob: Device for enriching the fuel/air mixture in
the carburetor, to aid starting.
9. Priming pump; Device for supplying extra fuel, to aid starting.
10. Guide bar: The part that supports and guides the saw chain.
11. Saw chain: Chain, serving as a cutting tool.
12. Chain brake (Front hand guard): Device for stopping or locking
the chain.
13. Spiked bumper: Device for acting as a pivot when in contact with
a tree or log.
14. Chain catcher: device for restraining the saw chain.
15. Guide bar cover: Device for covering the guide bar and saw
chain when the unit is not being used.
16. Combi box spanner: The tool for removing or installing a spark
plug and tensioning the saw chain.
17. Handling instructions: Included with unit. Read before operation
and keep for future reference to learn proper, safe techniques.
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