Hitachi Koki C 12RSH2 Mode D'emploi page 32

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GENERAL OPERATIONAL
PRECAUTIONS
WARNING! When using electric tools, basic safety
precautions should always be followed to reduce the risk
of fi re, electric shock and personal injury, including the
following.
Read all these instructions before operating this product and
save these instructions.
For safe operations:
1. Keep work area clean. Cluttered areas and benches
invite injuries.
2. Consider work area environment. Do not expose power
tools to rain. Do not use power tools in damp or wet
locations. Keep work area well lit.
Do not use power tools where there is risk to cause fi re or
explosion.
3. Guard against electric shock. Avoid body contact with
earthed or grounded surfaces (e.g. pipes, radiators,
ranges, refrigerators).
4. Keep children and infi rm persons away. Do not let
visitors touch the tool or extension cord. All visitors
should be kept away from work area.
5. Store idle tools. When not in use, tools should be stored
in a dry, high or locked up place, out of reach of children
and infi rm persons.
6. Do not force the tool. It will do the job better and safer at
the rate for which it was intended.
7. Use the right tool. Do not force small tools or attachments
to do the job of a heavy duty tool. Do not use tools for
purposes not intended; for example, do not use circular
saw to cut tree limbs or logs.
8. Dress properly. Do not wear loose clothing or jewelry,
they can be caught in moving parts. Rubber gloves and
non-skid footwear are recommended when working
outdoors. Wear protecting hair covering to contain long
hair.
9. Use eye protection. Also use face or dust mask if the
cutting operation is dusty.
10. Connect dust extraction equipment.
Cutting operation by this compound miter saw may
produce considerable amount of dust from extraction
duct on fi xed guard.
(Dust material: Wood or Aluminium)
If devices are provided for the connection of dust
extraction and collection facilities ensure these are
connected and properly used.
11. Do not abuse the cord. Never carry the tool by the cord
or yank it to disconnect it from the receptacle. Keep the
cord away from heat, oil and sharp edges.
12. Secure work. Use clamps or a vise to hold the work. It
is safer than using your hand and it frees both hands to
operate tool.
13. Do not overreach. Keep proper footing and balance at all
times.
14. Maintain tools with care. Keep cutting tools sharp
and clean for better and safer performance. Follow
instructions for lubricating and changing accessories.
Inspect tool cords periodically and if damaged, have it
repaired by authorized service center. Inspect extension
cords periodically and replace, if damaged. Keep
handles dry, clean, and free from oil and grease.
15. Disconnect tools. When not in use, before servicing, and
when changing accessories such as blades, bits and
cutters.
16. Remove adjusting keys and wrenches. Form the habit
of checking to see that keys and adjusting wrenches are
removed from the tool before turning it on.
17. Avoid unintentional starting. Do not carry a plugged-in
tool with a fi nger on the switch. Ensure switch is off when
plugging in.
(Original instructions)
18. Use outdoor extension leads. When tool is used
outdoors, use only extension cords intended for outdoor
use.
19. Stay alert. Watch what you are doing. Use common
sense. Do not operate tool when you are tired.
20. Check damaged parts. Before further use of the tool, a
guard or other part that is damaged should be carefully
checked to determine that it will operate properly and
perform its intended function. Check for alignment of
moving parts, free running of moving parts, breakage of
parts, mounting and any other conditions that may aff ect
its operation. A guard or other part that is damaged
should be properly repaired or replaced by an authorized
service center unless otherwise indicated in this
handling instructions. Have defective switches replaced
by an authorized service center. Do not use the tool if the
switch does not turn it on and off .
21. Warning
The use of any accessory or attachment, other than
those recommended in this handling instructions, may
present a risk of personal injury.
22. Have your tool repaired by a qualifi ed person.
This electric tool is in accordance with the relevant safety
requirements. Repairs should only be carried out by
qualifi ed persons using original spare parts. Otherwise
this may result in considerable danger to the user.
PRECAUTIONS ON USING SLIDE
COMPOUND MITER SAW
1. Keep the fl oor area around the machine level. Well
maintained and free of loose materials e.g. chips and
cut-off s.
2. Provide adequate general or localized lighting.
3. Do not use power tools for applications other than those
specifi ed in the handling instructions.
4. Repairing must be done only by authorized service
facility. Manufacturer is not responsible for any damages
and injuries due to the repair by the unauthorized
persons as well as the mishandling of the tool.
5. To ensure the designed operational integrity of power
tools, do not remove installed covers or screws.
6. Do not touch movable parts or accessories unless the
power source has been disconnected.
7. Use your tool at lower input than specifi ed on the
nameplate; otherwise, the fi nish may be spoiled and
working effi ciency reduced due to motor overload.
8. Do not wipe plastic parts with solvent. Solvents such as
gasoline, thinner, benzine, carbon tetrachloride, alcohol,
may damage and crack plastic parts. Do not wipe them
with such solvent. Clean plastic parts with a soft cloth
lightly dampened with soapy water.
9. Use only original HITACHI replacement parts.
10. This tool should only be disassembled for replacement
of carbon brushes.
11. The exploded assembly drawing on this handling
instructions should be used only for authorized service
facility.
12. Never cut ferrous metals or masonry.
13. Adequate general or localized lighting is provided.
Stock and fi nished workpieces are located close to the
operators normal working position.
14. Wear suitable personal protective equipment when
necessary, this could include:
Hearing protection to reduce the risk of induced hearing
loss.
Eye protection to reduce the risk of injuring an eye.
Respiratory protection to reduce the risk of inhalation of
harmful dust.
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