Hitachi CH 22EAP(50ST) Manuals

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’EMPLOI AVERTISSEMENT Une utilisation INCORRECTE OU DANGEREUSE de cet outil motorisé peut entraîner la mort ou de sérieuses blessures corporelles ! Ce mode d’emploi contient d’importantes informations à propos de la sécurité de ce produit. Prière de lire et de comprendre ce mode d’emploi AVANT d’utiliser l’outil motorisé. Garder ce mode d’emploi à la disponibilité des autres utilisateurs et propriétaires avant qu’ils utilisent l’outil motorisé. Ce mode d’emploi doit être conservé dans un endroit sûr. INSTRUCCIONES DE SEGURIDAD Y MANUAL DE INSTRUCCIONES ADVERTENCIA ¡La utilización INAPROPIADA O PELIGROSA de esta herramienta eléctrica puede provocar lesiones graves o la muerte! Este manual contiene información importante sobre la seguridad del producto. Lea y comprenda este manual ANTES de utilizar la herramienta eléctrica. Guarde este manual para que puedan leerlo otras personas antes de utilizar la herramienta eléctrica. Este manual debe ser guardado en un lugar seguro. CH22EBP(62ST) Model Modèle Modelo CH 22EAP (50ST)/CH 22EBP (62ST) CH 22ECP (62ST)/CH 22ECP (78ST) Hedge Trimmer Taille-Haies Cortasetos 2 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. Always wear eye, head and ear protectors when using this unit. Read, understand and follow all warnings and instructions in this manual and on the unit. Before using your machine • Read the manual carefully. • Check that the cutting equipment is correctly assembled and adjusted. • Start the unit and check the carburetor adjustment. See “MAINTENANCE”. Contents WHAT IS WHAT? ................................................... 2 WARNINGS AND SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS ......... 3 WHAT IS WHAT? Since this manual covers several models, there may be some diff erence between these illustrations and your unit. Use the instructions that apply to your unit. 1. Recoil starter 2. Fuel tank 3. Throttle lever lockout 4. Throttle lever 5. Front handle 6. Rear handle 7. Spark plug 8. Hand guard 9. Cutting blade 10. Air cleaner 11. Stop switch 12. Blade guard 13. Gear case 14. Choke lever 15. Lock lever 16. Priming pump 17. Blade case 18. Combi box spanner 19. Handling instructions 5 8 12 9 1 2 15 4 6 3 11 16 14 10 7 13 CH22EAP (50ST), CH22EBP (62ST) CH22ECP (62ST), CH22ECP (78ST) 18 19 17 SPECIFICATIONS .................................................. 5 OPERATING PROCEDURES ................................. 5 MAINTENANCE ..................................................... 7 3 English WARNINGS AND SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Keep for future reference. THIS HEDGE TRIMMER CAN CAUSE SERIOUS INJURIES. Read the instructions carefully for the correct handling, preparation, maintenance, starting and stopping of the hedge trimmer. Become familiar with all controls and the proper use of the hedge trimmer. 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 infl uence of alcohol, drugs or medication. ○ Never let a child or inexperienced person operate the machine. ○ Beware of overhead power lines. ○ Wear hearing 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. ○ If the cutting mechanism strikes any foreign object or the hedge trimmer starts making any unusual noise or vibration, shut off the power source and allow the hedge trimmer to stop. Disconnect the spark plug wire from the spark plug and take the following steps: • Inspect for damage; • Check for, and tighten, any loose parts; • Have any damaged parts replaced or repaired with parts having equivalent specifi cations. WARNING ● 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 fi ngers. If any symptoms of the above appear, seek medical advice immediately. ● 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. ● When a foreign object is caught in the blade, turn off the engine, and remove the foreign object carefully using a plier etc., after the hedge trimmer has been cooled down. Be careful when removing the foreign object, since the blade may move because of the backlash. 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. ○ 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 fl ames. ○ Use a container approved for fuel. ○ Never remove the fuel cap or add fuel with the power source running. Allow engine and exhaust components to cool down before refuelling. ○ Do not smoke or allow smoking near fuel or the unit/machine or while using the unit/machine. ○ Never refuel indoors. ○ Wipe up all fuel spills before starting engine. ○ Move at least 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.