SELECTION OF BLADES
To ensure maximum operating effi ciency and results, it is
very important to select the appropriate blade best suited to
the type and thickness of the material to be cut.
The blade number is engraved in the vicinity of the mounting
portion of each blade. Select appropriate blades by referring
to Table 3-5.
Table 3: HCS blades
Blade
Uses
No.
For cutting steel pipe less than
No. 2
30 mm in diameter
For cutting steel pipe less than
No. 3
30 mm in diameter
No. 5
For cutting and roughing lumber
For cutting stainless pipe less than
No. 96
30 mm in diameter
Table 4: Bl-METAL blades
Blade
Uses
No.
No. 101 For cutting steel and stainless
pipes less than 60 mm in outer
diameter
No. 103 For cutting steel and stainless
pipes less than 60 mm in outer
diameter
No. 107 For cutting steel and stainless
pipes less than 60 mm in outer
diameter
No. 109 For cutting steel and stainless
pipes less than 60 mm in outer
diameter
Table 5: Selection of blades for other materials
Material to
Material
be cut
quality
Iron plate
Mild steel
plate
Nonferrous
Aluminium,
metal
Copper and
Brass
Synthetic
Phenol resin,
resin
Melamine
resin, etc.
Vinyl chloride,
Acrylic resin,
etc.
Thickness
(mm)
2.5 – 6
Below 3.5
Below 30
Below 2.5
Thickness
(mm)
2.5 – 6
2.5 – 6
Below 3.5
2.5 – 6
Thickness
Blade No.
(mm)
No. 2, 101,
2.5 – 10
103, 109
Below 3.5
No. 3, 107
No. 2, 101,
5 – 20
103, 109
Below 5
No. 3, 107
No. 2, 4, 101,
10 – 50
103
No. 3, 5, 8,
5 – 30
107,109
No. 2, 4, 101,
10 – 60
103
No. 3, 5, 8,
5 – 30
107, 109
MAINTENANCE AND INSPECTION
CAUTION
Be sure to turned off the switch and remove the battery
before maintenance and inspection.
1. Inspecting the blade
Continued use of a dull or damaged blade will result in
reduced cutting effi ciency and may cause overloading of
the motor. Replace the blade with a new one as soon as
excessive abrasion is noted.
2. Inspecting the mounting screws
Regularly inspect all mounting screws and ensure that
they are properly tightened. Should any of the screws be
loose, retighten them immediately. Failure to do so could
result in serious hazard.
3. Maintenance of the motor
The motor unit winding is the very "heart" of the power
tool. Exercise due care to ensure the winding does not
become damaged and/or wet with oil or water.
4. Cleaning on the outside
When the power tool is stained, wipe with a soft dry cloth
or a cloth moistened with soapy water. Do not use chloric
solvents, gasoline or paint thinner, for they melt plastics.
5. Storage
Store the power tool in a place in which the temperature
is less than 40°C and out of reach of children.
NOTE
Storing lithium-ion batteries.
Make sure the lithium-ion batteries have been fully
charged before storing them.
Prolonged storage (3 months or more) of batteries with
a low charge may result in performance deterioration,
signifi cantly reducing battery usage time or rendering
the batteries incapable of holding a charge.
However, signifi cantly reduced battery usage time may
be recovered by repeatedly charging and using the
batteries two to fi ve times.
If the battery usage time is extremely short despite
repeated charging and use, consider the batteries dead
and purchase new batteries.
CAUTION
In the operation and maintenance of power tools, the
safety regulations and standards prescribed in each
country must be observed.
Important notice on the batteries for the HiKOKI
cordless power tools
Please always use one of our designated genuine
batteries. We cannot guarantee the safety and
performance of our cordless power tool when used with
batteries other than these designated by us, or when
the battery is disassembled and modifi ed (such as
disassembly and replacement of cells or other internal
parts).
GUARANTEE
We guarantee HiKOKI Power Tools in accordance with
statutory/country specifi c regulation. This guarantee does
not cover defects or damage due to misuse, abuse, or
normal wear and tear. In case of complaint, please send
the Power Tool, undismantled, with the GUARANTEE
CERTIFICATE found at the end of this Handling instruction,
to a HiKOKI Authorized Service Center.
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