Hitachi CG24EKSL Manuals

|TACH Model ModUle CG IVlodelo 24EKS (L) Grass Trimmer/Brush Cutter Coupe-Herbes/D_broussailleuse IVlotoguadaSaslDesbrozadoras CG24EKS (L) SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS AND INSTRUCTION MANUAL WARNING IMPROPER OR UNSAFE use of this power tool can result in death or serious bodily injury! This manual contains important information about product safety. Please read and understand this manual BEFORE operating the power tool. Please keep this manual available for other users and owners before they use the power tool. This manual should be stored in safe place. INSTRUCTIONS DE SECURITE ET MODE D'EMPLO! AVERTISSEMENT Une utilisation INCORRECTE OU DANGEREUSE de cet outil motorise peut entrafner la mort ou de serieuses blessures corporelles ! Ce mode d'emploi contient d'importantes informations & propos de la securite de ce produit. Priere de life et de comprendre ce mode d'emploi AVANT d'utiliser I'outil motorise. Garder ce mode d'emploi & la disponibilite des autres utilisateurs et proprietaires avant qu'ils utilisent I'outil motorise. Ce mode d'emploi dolt 6tre conserve dans un endroit s0r. INSTRUCCIONES DE SEGURIDAD Y MANUAL DE INSTRUCCIONES ADVERTENCIA iLa utilizaci6n INAPROPIADA O PELIGROSA de esta herramienta electrica puede provocar lesiones graves o la muerte! Este manual contiene informaci6n importante sobre la seguridad del producto. Lea y comprenda este manual ANTES de utilizar la herramienta electrica. Guarde este manual para que puedan leerlo otras )ersonas antes de utilizar la herramienta electrica. Este manual debe set guardado en un lugar seguro. Hitachi Koki English 1 MEANINGS OF SYMBOLS NOTE: Some units do not carry them. _ ymbols & 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. Shows maximum shaft d Max speed. Do not usethe cutting 9,900rain. 1 attachment whose max speed is below the shaft i speed. Read, understand and follow all warnings and instructions inthis manual and on the unit. Always wear eye, head and ear protectors when using this unit. Do not use metal/rigid blades when this sign is shown on the unit. Keep all children, bystanders and helpers 50 ft (15 m) away from the unit. tf anyone approaches you, stop the engine and cutting attachment immediately. Be careful of thrown objects. i i A i ,'%:', i ',',-A,: ':?.... i I_ o not attach handle above this point Before using your machine , Read the manual carefully. , Check that the cutting equipment is correctly assembled and adjusted. Gloves should be worn when necessary, e.g., when assembling cutting equipment. Use anti-slip and sturdy footwear. Blade thrust may occur when the spinning blade contacts a solid object in the critical area. A dangerous reaction may occur causing the entire unit and operator to be thrust violently. This reaction is called blade thrust. As a result, the operator may lose control of the unit which may cause serious or fatal injury. Blade thrust is more likely to occur in areas where it is difficult to see the material to be cut. Indicate handle location. Do not attach handle above this point. Indicates blade guard location for a trimmer head or semi-auto cutting head. o Start the unit and check the carburetor adjustment. See "MAINTENANCE". Contents WHAT IS WHAT .................................................... 3 WARNINGS AND SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS ........ 4 WARRANTY .......................................................... 5 2 SPECIFICATIONS ................................................. 6 ASSEMBLY PROCEDURES ................................. 7 OPERATING PROCEDURES ................................ 8 MAINTENANCE .................................................. 10 English WHAT IS WHAT 1. Fuel cap 2. Throttle trigger 3. Starter handle 4. Blade guard 5. Cutting attachment 6. Drive shaft tube 7. Handle 8. Ignition switch 9. Choke lever 10. Engine 11. Angle transmission 12. Combi boxspanner 13. Handling instructions 10 3 7 \ 12 English 1 WARNINGS AND SAFETY iNSTRUCTiONS Operator safety © Always wear a safety face shield or goggles. © Always wear heavy, long pants, boots and gloves. 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 influence 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 kill. © 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 turned off, make sure the cutting attachment has stopped before the unit is set down. © When operation is prolonged, take a break from time to time so that you may avoid possible Hand- Arm Vibration Syndrome (HAVS) which is caused by vibration. WARNING Q Antivibration systems do not guarantee that you will not sustain Hand-Arm Vibration Syndrome or carpal tunnel syndrome. Therefore, continual and regular users should monitor closely the condition of their hands and fingers, if any symptoms of the above appear, seek medical advice immediately. Q If you are using any medical electric/ electronic devices such as a pacemaker, consult your physician as well as the device manufacturer prior to operating any power equipment. Unit/machine safety © Inspect the entire unit/machine before each use. Replace damaged parts. Check for fuel leaks and make sure all fasteners are in place and securely tightened. © Replace parts that are cracked, chipped or damaged in any way before using the unit/ machine. © Make sure the safety guard is properly attached. © Keep others away when making carburetor adjustments. © Use only accessories as recommended for this unit/machine by the manufacturer. /_ WARNING Never modify the unit/machine in any way. Do not use your unit/machine for any job except that for which it is intended. Fuel safety © Mix and pour fuel outdoors and where there are no sparks or flames. © Use a container approved for fuel. © Do not smoke or allow smoking near fuel or the unit/machine or while using the unit/machine. © Wipe up all fuel spills before starting engine. © Move at least 10 ft (3 m) away from fueling site before starting engine. © Stop engine before removing fuel cap. © Empty the fuel tank before storing the unit/ machine. It is recommended that the fuel be emptied after each use. If fuel is left in the tank, store so fuel will not leak. © Store unit/machine and fuel in area where fuel vapors cannot reach sparks or open flames from water heaters, electric motors or switches, furnaces, etc. _._WARNING Fuel is easy to ignite or get explosion or inhale fumes, so that pay special attention when handling or filling fuel. Cutting safety © Do net cut any material other than grass and brush. © Inspect the area to be cut before each use. Remove objects which can be thrown or become entangled. © For respiratory protection, wear an aerosol protection mask when cutting the grass after insecticide is scattered. O Keep others including children, animals, bystanders and helpers outside the 50 ft (15 m) hazard zone. Stop the engine immediately if you are approached. © Always keep the engine on the right side of your body. © Hold the unit/machine firmly with both hands. © Keep firm footing and balance. Do not over-reach. © Keep all parts of your body away from the muffler and cutting attachment when the engine is running. © Keep cutting attachment below waist level.