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The chain brake is an emergency stop device that stops
the saw chain when the unit is subject to kickback etc., to
reduce risk.
(Refer to “Causes and operator prevention of kickback.”)
When activating the chain brake by pushing the brake lever
forward, the saw chain stops moving.
If you pull the brake lever toward you, the brake is released.
When con
fi
rming the operation of the chain brake, always
switch the unit o
ff
, remove the battery, activate the brake
lever and pull the saw chain by hand.
If the saw chain does not move, this means the chain brake
is activated.
NOTE
Always wear thick gloves for this task.
Since the saw chain blade is very sharp, pulling it hard
risks injuring your
fi
ngers.
4. Checking the chain oil
○
This unit is delivered without chain oil inside. Ensure
the oil tank is
fi
lled with the chain oil provided before
use. (
Fig. 18
)
○
Periodically check the oil sight glass during work and
replenish oil as required.
○
When you press the light switch on the switch panel,
an LED light turns on and the internal light improves
visibility. (
Fig. 19
)
(Check this in step 6.)
○
If the chain oil supplied runs out, use Hitachi chain oil
sold separately or equivalent chain oil on the market.
○
The chain oil lubricates automatically.
The discharge rate for auto lubrication is factory preset
to the maximum.
To reduce the discharge rate, turn the oil pump adjuster
on the rear of the body clockwise. (
Fig. 20
)
NOTE
○
The oil tank capacity is about 80 ml.
Even if over
fi
lled, excess oil will escape from the
over
fl
ow spout.
○
We recommend that you stock up with chain oil.
If you continue working without chain oil, the saw chain
may burn through, or the motor may fail.
○
Be careful to avoid dust or other foreign matter from
entering the oil tank.
If dust and other foreign matter enter the oil tank, the
unit may fail.
○
Chain oil left in the tank may leak due to the structure of
this unit. Although this does not indicate a malfunction,
it may soil the storage location, so be careful.
When storing, empty the oil from the oil tank, and place
an item under the main body which can absorb any
leaks.
5. Installing the storage battery (Fig. 4)
As shown in
Fig. 4
, push
fi
rmly until it clicks into place.
CAUTION
Securely attach the storage battery.
If the storage battery is not securely attached, it may
come o
ff
and injury may occur.
6. Checking if the LED light works (Fig. 19)
○
When you press the light switch, the LED light turns on
and when released, the light goes out.
○
The LED light illuminates the cutting edge section.
○
It lights up the inside of the oil sight glass to facilitate
checks of the remaining oil level.
NOTE
If the light is dirty, carefully wipe with a soft cloth etc., to
avoid damaging it.
If the light is damaged, this will reduce the brightness.
7. Checking brake is engaged
○
When the switch is engaged while pressing the lock-
o
ff
button, the unit switches on, and when the switch is
released, the unit switches o
ff
.
○
In addition, 1 to 3 seconds after releasing the switch,
the unit applies a brake to stop the rotation of the saw
chain.
○
Before using, check to ensure brake is engaged.
CAUTION
Be careful of the repulsive force when the brake is
engaged.
If you drop the unit, injury may occur.
8. Checking chain oil discharge (Figs. 20, 21)
○
When switching the unit on, chain oil automatically
lubricates the saw chain and guide bar.
○
If oil does not seem to emerge 2 to 3 minutes after
the unit starts, check if any sawdust has accumulated
around the oil spout.
(Refer to “Cleaning the chain oil spout.”)
(Refer to “Checking the chain oil.”)
Switch operation
When the switch is engaged while pressing the lock-o
ff
button, the saw chain rotates. (
Fig. 22
)
Unless the lock-o
ff
button is pressed, the switch cannot
be engaged.
After the switch is engaged, the saw chain continues
rotating as long as it is pressed down. In addition, the
LED light remains lit up.
When the switch is released, a brake is applied to stop
the saw chain rotation.
WARNING
Do not secure the lock-o
ff
button while it is pressed.
If the switch is accidentally engaged, the unit may
unexpectedly start and injury may occur.
Using the hook
Pull out the hook from the unit, to which a rope etc. can
be tied to suspend the unit. (
Fig. 24
)
WARNING
When using the hook, ensure the unit is securely
suspended to avoid the risk of falling.
If the unit falls, an accident may occur.
ABOUT REMAINING BATTERY
INDICATOR
When pressing the remaining battery indicator switch,
the remaining battery indicator lamp lights and the
battery remaining power can be checked. (
Fig. 23
) When
releasing your
fi
nger from the remaining battery indicator
switch, the remaining battery indicator lamp goes o
ff
. The
Table 4
shows the state of remaining battery indicator
lamp and the battery remaining power.
Table 4
State of lamp
Battery Remaining Power
The battery remaining power is
enough.
The battery remaining power is a half.
The battery remaining power is nearly
empty.
Re-charge the battery soonest
possible.
As the remaining battery indicator shows somewhat
di
ff
erently depending on ambient temperature and battery
characteristics, read it as a reference.
NOTE
○
Do not give a strong shock to the switch panel or break
it. It may lead to a trouble.
○
To save the battery power consumption, the remaining
battery indicator lamp lights while pressing the
remaining battery indicator switch.
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