C18DBL - Saw HiKOKI - Free user manual and instructions

USER MANUAL C18DBL HiKOKI

00BookC18DBL.indb100BookC18DBL.indb1 2019/03/2911:29:282019/03/2911:29:282 English c) Prevent unintentional starting. Ensure the switch is in the off -position before connecting to power source and/or battery pack, picking up or carrying the tool. Carrying power tools with your fi nger on the switch or energising power tools that have the switch on invites accidents. d) Remove any adjusting key or wrench before turning the power tool on. A wrench or a key left attached to a rotating part of the power tool may result in personal injury. e) Do not overreach. Keep proper footing and balance at all times. This enables better control of the power tool in unexpected situations. f) Dress properly. Do not wear loose clothing or jewellery. Keep your hair and clothing away from moving parts. Loose clothes, jewellery or long hair can be caught in moving parts. g) If devices are provided for the connection of dust extraction and collection facilities, ensure these are connected and properly used. Use of dust collection can reduce dust-related hazards. h) Do not let familiarity gained from frequent use of tools allow you to become complacent and ignore tool safety principles. A careless action can cause severe injury within a fraction of a second.

4) Power tool use and care

a) Do not force the power tool. Use the correct power tool for your application. The correct power tool will do the job better and safer at the rate for which it was designed. b) Do not use the power tool if the switch does not turn it on and off . Any power tool that cannot be controlled with the switch is dangerous and must be repaired. c) Disconnect the plug from the power source and/ or remove the battery pack, if detachable, from the power tool before making any adjustments, changing accessories, or storing power tools. Such preventive safety measures reduce the risk of starting the power tool accidentally. d) Store idle power tools out of the reach of children and do not allow persons unfamiliar with the power tool or these instructions to operate the power tool. Power tools are dangerous in the hands of untrained users. e) Maintain power tools and accessories. Check for misalignment or binding of moving parts, breakage of parts and any other condition that may aff ect the power toolʼs operation. If damaged, have the power tool repaired before use. Many accidents are caused by poorly maintained power tools. f) Keep cutting tools sharp and clean. Properly maintained cutting tools with sharp cutting edges are less likely to bind and are easier to control. g) Use the power tool, accessories and tool bits etc. in accordance with these instructions, taking into account the working conditions and the work to be performed. Use of the power tool for operations diff erent from those intended could result in a hazardous situation.

GENERAL POWER TOOL SAFETY

WARNINGS WARNING Read all safety warnings, instructions, illustrations and specifi cations provided with this power tool. Failure to follow all instructions listed below may result in electric shock, fi re and/or serious injury. Save all warnings and instructions for future reference. The term “power tool” in the warnings refers to your mains- operated (corded) power tool or battery-operated (cordless) power tool.

a) Keep work area clean and well lit. Cluttered or dark areas invite accidents. b) Do not operate power tools in explosive atmospheres, such as in the presence of fl ammable liquids, gases or dust. Power tools create sparks which may ignite the dust or fumes. c) Keep children and bystanders away while operating a power tool. Distractions can cause you to lose control.

2) Electrical safety

a) Power tool plugs must match the outlet. Never modify the plug in any way. Do not use any adapter plugs with earthed (grounded) power tools. Unmodifi ed plugs and matching outlets will reduce risk of electric shock. b) Avoid body contact with earthed or grounded surfaces, such as pipes, radiators, ranges and refrigerators. There is an increased risk of electric shock if your body is earthed or grounded. c) Do not expose power tools to rain or wet conditions. Water entering a power tool will increase the risk of electric shock. d) Do not abuse the cord. Never use the cord for carrying, pulling or unplugging the power tool. Keep cord away from heat, oil, sharp edges or moving parts. Damaged or entangled cords increase the risk of electric shock. e) When operating a power tool outdoors, use an extension cord suitable for outdoor use. Use of a cord suitable for outdoor use reduces the risk of electric shock. f) If operating a power tool in a damp location is unavoidable, use a residual current device (RCD) protected supply. Use of an RCD reduces the risk of electric shock.

a) Stay alert, watch what you are doing and use common sense when operating a power tool. Do not use a power tool while you are tired or under the infl uence of drugs, alcohol or medication. A moment of inattention while operating power tools may result in serious personal injury. b) Use personal protective equipment. Always wear eye protection. Protective equipment such as a dust mask, non-skid safety shoes, hard hat or hearing protection used for appropriate conditions will reduce personal injuries. (Original instructions) 00BookC18DBL.indb200BookC18DBL.indb2 2019/03/2911:29:282019/03/2911:29:283 English h) Keep handles and grasping surfaces dry, clean and free from oil and grease. Slippery handles and grasping surfaces do not allow for safe handling and control of the tool in unexpected situations.

5) Battery tool use and care

a) Recharge only with the charger specifi ed by the manufacturer. A charger that is suitable for one type of battery pack may create a risk of fi re when used with another battery pack. b) Use power tools only with specifi cally designated battery packs. Use of any other battery packs may create a risk of injury and fi re. c) When battery pack is not in use, keep it away from other metal objects, like paper clips, coins, keys, nails, screws or other small metal objects, that can make a connection from one terminal to another. Shorting the battery terminals together may cause burns or a fi re. d) Under abusive conditions, liquid may be ejected from the battery; avoid contact. If contact accidentally occurs, fl ush with water. If liquid contacts eyes, additionally seek medical help. Liquid ejected from the battery may cause irritation or burns. e) Do not use a battery pack or tool that is damaged or modifi ed. Damaged or modifi ed batteries may exhibit unpredictable behaviour resulting in fi re, explosion or risk of injury. f) Do not expose a battery pack or tool to fi re or excessive temperature. Exposure to fi re or temperature above 130 °C may cause explosion. g) Follow all charging instructions and do not charge the battery pack or tool outside the temperature range specifi ed in the instructions. Charging improperly or at temperatures outside the specifi ed range may damage the battery and increase the risk of fi re.

a) Have your power tool serviced by a qualifi ed repair person using only identical replacement parts. This will ensure that the safety of the power tool is maintained. b) Never service damaged battery packs. Service of battery packs should only be performed by the manufacturer or authorized service providers. PRECAUTION Keep children and infi rm persons away. When not in use, tools should be stored out of reach of children and infi rm persons.

CORDLESS CIRCULAR SAW SAFETY

WARNINGS Cutting procedures

DANGER: Keep hands away from cutting area

and the blade. Keep your second hand on auxiliary handle, or motor housing. If both hands are holding the saw, they cannot be cut by the blade. b) Do not reach underneath the workpiece. The guard cannot protect you from the blade below the workpiece. c) Adjust the cutting depth to the thickness of the workpiece. Less than a full tooth of the blade teeth should be visible below the workpiece. d) Never hold the workpiece in your hands or across your leg while cutting. Secure the workpiece to a stable platform. It is important to support the work properly to minimize body exposure, blade binding, or loss of control. e) Hold the power tool by insulated gripping surfaces, when performing an operation where the cutting tool may contact hidden wiring or its own cord. Contact with a “live” wire will also make exposed metal parts of the power tool “live” and could give the operator an electric shock. f) When ripping, always use a rip fence or straight edge guide. This improves the accuracy of cut and reduces the chance of blade binding. g) Always use blades with correct size and shape (diamond versus round) of arbour holes. Blades that do not match the mounting hardware of the saw will run off -centre, causing loss of control. h) Never use damaged or incorrect blade washers or bolt. The blade washers and bolt were specially designed for your saw, for optimum performance and safety of operation. Kickback causes and related warnings - kickback is a sudden reaction to a pinched, jammed or misaligned saw blade, causing an uncontrolled saw to lift up and out of the workpiece toward the operator; - when the blade is pinched or jammed tightly by the kerf closing down, the blade stalls and the motor reaction drives the unit rapidly back toward the operator; - if the blade becomes twisted or misaligned in the cut, the teeth at the back edge of the blade can dig into the top surface of the wood causing the blade to climb out of the kerf and jump back toward the operator. Kickback is the result of saw misuse and/or incorrect operating procedures or conditions and can be avoided by taking proper precautions as given below. a) Maintain a fi rm grip with both hands on the saw and position your arms to resist kickback forces. Position your body to either side of the blade, but not in line with the blade. Kickback could cause the saw to jump backwards, but kickback forces can be controlled by the operator, if proper precautions are taken. b) When blade is binding, or when interrupting a cut for any reason, release the trigger and hold the saw motionless in the material until the blade comes to a complete stop. Never attempt to remove the saw from the work or pull the saw backward while the blade is in motion or kickback may occur. Investigate and take corrective actions to eliminate the cause of blade binding. c) When restarting a saw in the workpiece, centre the saw blade in the kerf so that the saw teeth are not engaged into the material. If a saw blade binds, it may walk up or kickback from the workpiece as the saw is restarted. d) Support large panels to minimise the risk of blade pinching and kickback. Large panels tend to sag under their own weight. Supports must be placed under the panel on both sides, near the line of cut and near the edge of the panel. 00BookC18DBL.indb300BookC18DBL.indb3 2019/03/2911:29:282019/03/2911:29:284 English e) Do not use dull or damaged blades. Unsharpened or improperly set blades produce narrow kerf causing excessive friction, blade binding and kickback. f) Blade depth and bevel adjusting locking levers must be tight and secure before making the cut. If blade adjustment shifts while cutting, it may cause binding and kickback. g) Use extra caution when sawing into existing walls or other blind areas. The protruding blade may cut objects that can cause kickback. Lower guard function a) Check the lower guard for proper closing before each use. Do not operate the saw if the lower guard does not move freely and close instantly. Never clamp or tie the lower guard into the open position. If the saw is accidentally dropped, the lower guard may be bent. Raise the lower guard with the retracting handle and make sure it moves freely and does not touch the blade or any other part, in all angles and depths of cut. b) Check the operation of the lower guard spring. If the guard and the spring are not operating properly, they must be serviced before use. Lower guard may operate sluggishly due to damaged parts, gummy deposits, or a build-up of debris. c) The lower guard may be retracted manually only for special cuts such as “plunge cuts” and “compound cuts”. Raise the lower guard by the retracting handle and as soon as the blade enters the material, the lower guard must be released. For all other sawing, the lower guard should operate automatically. d) Always observe that the lower guard is covering the blade before placing the saw down on bench or fl oor. An unprotected, coasting blade will cause the saw to walk backwards, cutting whatever is in its path. Be aware of the time it takes for the blade to stop after switch is released.

ADDITIONAL SAFETY WARNINGS

1. Do not allow foreign matter to enter the hole for

connecting the rechargeable battery.

2. Never disassemble the rechargeable battery and

3. Never short-circuit the rechargeable battery.

Shortcircuiting the battery will cause a great electric current and overheat. It results in burn or damage to the battery.

4. Do not dispose of the battery in fi re. If the battery is burnt,

5. When using this unit continuously, the unit may overheat,

leading to damage in the motor and switch. Please leave it without using it for approximately 15 minutes.

6. Do not insert object into the air ventilation slots of the

charger. Inserting metal objects or infl ammables into the charger air ventilation slots will result in electrical shock hazard or damaged charger.

7. Using an exhausted battery will damage the charger.

8. Bring the battery to the shop from which it was purchased

as soon as the post-charging battery life becomes too short for practical use. Do not dispose of the exhausted battery.

9. Wear earplugs to protect your ears during operation.

12. Do not use saw blades which are deformed or cracked.

13. Do not use saw blades made of high speed steel.

14. Do not use saw blades which do not comply with the

characteristics specifi ed in these instructions.

15. Do not stop the saw blades by lateral pressure on the

16. Always keep the saw blades sharp.

17. Ensure that the lower guard moves smoothly and freely.

18. Never use the circular saw with its lower guard fi xed in

19. Ensure that the retraction mechanism of the guard

system operates correctly.

20. Never operate the circular saw with the saw blade turned

upward or to the side.

21. Ensure that the material is free of foreign matters such as

22. The saw blades range should be from 185 mm to

23. Pull out battery before carrying out any adjustment,

servicing or maintenance.

24. Be careful of brake kickback.

This circular saw features an electric brake that functions when the switch is released. As there is some kickback when the brake functions, be sure to hold the main body securely.

25. Ensure that the power source to be utilized conforms

to the power requirements specifi ed on the product nameplate.

26. Ensure that the switch is in the OFF position. If the battery

installed to power tool while the switch is in the ON position, the power tool will start operating immediately, which could cause a serious accident.

27. When the work area is removed from the power source,

use an extension cord of suffi cient thickness and rated capacity. The extension cord should be kept as short as practicable.

28. Avoid cutting in the state where the base has fl oated up

from the material. When blade is binding, or when interrupting a cut for any reason, release the trigger and hold the saw motionless in the material until the blade comes to a complete stop. Never attempt to remove the saw from the work or pull the saw backward while the blade is in motion or KICKBACK may occur. Investigate and take corrective actions to eliminate the cause of blade binding.

29. Support large panels to minimize the risk of blade

pinching and KICKBACK. Large panels tend to sag under their own weight (Fig. 3). Supports must be placed under the panel on both sides, near the line of cut and near the edge of the panel as shown in Fig. 2. To minimize the risk of blade pinching and kickback. When cutting operation requires the resting of the saw on the work piece, the saw shall be rested on the larger portion and the smaller piece cut off .

30. Use extra caution when making a “Pocket Cut” into

existing walls or other blind areas. The protruding blade may cut objects that can cause KICKBACK. NEVER place your hand or fi ngers behind the saw (Fig. 4). If kickback occurs, the saw could easily jump backwards over your hand, possibly causing severe injury.

31. WARNING: It is important to support the work piece

properly and to hold the saw fi rmly to prevent loss of control which could cause personal injury. Fig. 5 illustrates typical hand support of the saw.

32. Place the wider portion of the saw base on that part

of the work piece which is solidly supported, not on the section that will fall off when the cut is made. As examples, Fig. 6 illustrates the RIGHT way to cut off the end of board, and Fig. 7 the WRONG way. If the work piece is short or small, clamp is down. DON’T TRY TO HOLD SHORT PLACES BY HAND! 00BookC18DBL.indb400BookC18DBL.indb4 2019/03/2911:29:282019/03/2911:29:285 English

33. Never attempt to saw with the circular saw held upside

down in a vise. This is extremely dangerous and can lead to serious accidents (Fig. 8).

34. When using the guide, do not attempt an inclined cut

which would allow the cut material to slip between the saw blade and guide. Doing so could result in injury. (Fig. 9, 10)

35. Should lever remain loosened, it will create a very

hazardous situation. Always thoroughly clamp it. (Fig. 14)

36. It is very hazardous to allow lever to remain loosened.

Always thoroughly clamp it. (Fig. 25)

37. Prior to cutting operation, make sure the material you

are going to cut. If the material to be cut is expected to generate harmful / toxic dusts, make sure the dust bag or appropriate dust extraction system is connected with dust outlet tightly. Wear the dust mask additionally, if available. ○ Before starting to saw, confi rm that the saw blade has attained full-speed revolution. ○ Should the saw blade stop or make an abnormal noise while operating, promptly turn OFF the switch. ○ Using the circular saw with the saw blade facing upwards or sideways is very hazardous. Such uncommon applications should be avoided. ○ When cutting materials, always wear protective glasses. ○ When fi nished with a job, pull out the battery.

38. After having attached the saw blade, reconfi rm that the

lock lever is fi rmly secured in the prescribed position.

39. Do not expose directly your eye to the light by looking

into the light. If your eye is continuously exposed to the light, your eye will be hurt.

40. Do not use the product if the tool or the battery terminals

(battery mount) are deformed. Installing the battery could cause a short circuit that could result in smoke emission or ignition.

41. Keep the tool’s terminals (battery mount) free of swarf

and dust. ○ Prior to use, make sure that swarf and dust have not collected in the area of the terminals. ○ During use, try to avoid swarf or dust on the tool from falling on the battery. ○ When suspending operation or after use, do not leave the tool in an area where it may be exposed to falling swarf or dust. Doing so could cause a short circuit that could result in smoke emission or ignition.

42. Do not use the tool with only the blower function.

43. Always use the tool and battery at temperatures between

44. Use a chip saw that is for cutting wood.

45. Use a chip saw with a displayed speed that is equal to or

higher than the rotation speed displayed on the tool.

CAUTION ON LITHIUM-ION BATTERY

To extend the lifetime, the lithium-ion battery equips with the protection function to stop the output. In the cases of 1 to 3 described below, when using this product, even if you are pulling the switch, the motor may stop. This is not the trouble but the result of protection function.

1. When the battery power remaining runs out, the motor

stops. In such a case, charge it up immediately.

2. If the tool is overloaded, the motor may stop. In this

case, release the switch of tool and eliminate causes of overloading. After that, you can use it again.

3. If the battery is overheated under overload work, the

battery power may stop. In this case, stop using the battery and let the battery cool. After that, you can use it again. Furthermore, please heed the following warning and caution. WARNING In order to prevent any battery leakage, heat generation, smoke emission, explosion and ignition beforehand, please be sure to heed the following precautions.

1. Make sure that swarf and dust do not collect on the

battery. ○ During work make sure that swarf and dust do not fall on the battery. ○ Make sure that any swarf and dust falling on the power tool during work do not collect on the battery. ○ Do not store an unused battery in a location exposed to swarf and dust. ○ Before storing a battery, remove any swarf and dust that may adhere to it and do not store it together with metal parts (screws, nails, etc.).

2. Do not pierce battery with a sharp object such as a

nail, strike with a hammer, step on, throw or subject the battery to severe physical shock.

3. Do not use an apparently damaged or deformed battery.

4. Do not use the battery in reverse polarity.

5. Do not connect directly to an electrical outlets or car

cigarette lighter sockets.

6. Do not use the battery for a purpose other than those

7. If the battery charging fails to complete even when a

specifi ed recharging time has elapsed, immediately stop further recharging.

8. Do not put or subject the battery to high temperatures or

high pressure such as into a microwave oven, dryer, or high pressure container.

9. Keep away from fi re immediately when leakage or foul

10. Do not use in a location where strong static electricity

11. If there is battery leakage, foul odor, heat generated,

discolored or deformed, or in any way appears abnormal during use, recharging or storage, immediately remove it from the equipment or battery charger, and stop use.

12. Do not immerse the battery or allow any fl uids to fl ow

inside. Conductive liquid ingress, such as water, can cause damage resulting in fi re or explosion. Store your battery in a cool, dry place, away from combustible and fl ammable items. Corrosive gas atmospheres must be avoided. CAUTION

1. If liquid leaking from the battery gets into your eyes,

do not rub your eyes and wash them well with fresh clean water such as tap water and contact a doctor immediately. If left untreated, the liquid may cause eye-problems.

2. If liquid leaks onto your skin or clothes, wash well with

clean water such as tap water immediately. There is a possibility that this can cause skin irritation.

3. If you fi nd rust, foul odor, overheating, discolor,

deformation, and/or other irregularities when using the battery for the fi rst time, do not use and return it to your supplier or vendor. WARNING If a conductive foreign matter enters in the terminal of lithium ion battery, the battery may be shorted, causing fi re. When storing the lithium ion battery, obey surely the rules of following contents. ○ Do not place conductive debris, nail and wires such as iron wire and copper wire in the storage case. ○ To prevent shorting from occurring, load the battery in the tool or insert securely the battery cover for storing until the ventilator is not seen. 00BookC18DBL.indb500BookC18DBL.indb5 2019/03/2911:29:282019/03/2911:29:286 English

REGARDING LITHIUM-ION BATTERY

TRANSPORTATION When transporting a lithium-ion battery, please observe the following precautions. WARNING Notify the transporting company that a package contains a lithium-ion battery, inform the company of its power output and follow the instructions of the transportation company when arranging transport. ○ Lithium-ion batteries that exceed a power output of 100Wh are considered to be in the freight classifi cation of Dangerous Goods and will require special application procedures. ○ For transportation abroad, you must comply with international law and the rules and regulations of the destination country.

Remaining battery indicator switch

Remaining battery indicator lamp

Washer (A) SYMBOLS WARNING The following show symbols used for the machine. Be sure that you understand their meaning before use. C18DBL: Cordless Circular Saw To reduce the risk of injury, user must read instruction manual. Always wear eye protection. Always wear hearing protection. Only for EU countries Do not dispose of electric tools together with household waste material! In observance of European Directive 2012/19/ EU on waste electrical and electronic equipment and its implementation in accordance with national law, electric tools that have reached the end of their life must be collected separately and returned to an environmentally compatible recycling facility. V Rated voltage

No-load speed Switching ON Switching OFF Disconnect the battery Mode selector switch Battery capacity Remaining battery indicator switch The battery remaining power is nearly empty. Recharge the battery soonest possible The battery remaining power is a half. The battery remaining power is enough. Prohibited action STANDARD ACCESSORIES In addition to the main unit (1 unit), the package contains the accessories listed on page 193. Standard accessories are subject to change without notice. 00BookC18DBL.indb600BookC18DBL.indb6 2019/03/2911:29:282019/03/2911:29:287 English APPLICATIONS Cutting various types of wood. SPECIFICATIONS Model C18DBL Voltage 18 V No-Load Speed 5000 min

• According to EPTA-Procedure 01/2014 Depending on attached battery. The heaviest weight is measured with BSL36A18 (sold separately). NOTE Due to HiKOKI’s continuing program of research and development, the specifi cations herein are subject to change without prior notice. Electronic control ○ Soft-start ○ Overload protection This protection feature cuts off the power to the motor in the event of overloading of motor or a conspicuous reduction in rotational speed during operation. When the overload protection feature has been activated, the motor may stop. In this case, release the tool switch and eliminate causes of overloading. After that you can use it again. ○ Overheat protection This protection feature cuts off the power to the motor and stops the power tool in the event of overheating of motor during operation. When the overheat protection feature has been activated, the motor may stop. In this case, release the tool switch and cool it down in a few minutes. After that you can use it again. ○ Rotation speed changeover function (Power mode / Silent mode) (Power mode / Silent mode switch function) Each press of the Mode Selector Switch changes the operating mode. (Fig. 17) Silent mode reduces maximum motor RPM enabling effi cient work with less noise. The Silent Mode Indicator Lamp lights in Silent mode. When the load increases during Silent mode, the tool will automatically switch to Power mode and revert back to Silent mode when the load decreases. In Power mode, no change is made to Silent mode even when the load decreases. NOTE ○ To enable mode changes, pull the switch once after installing the battery. ○ Do not give a strong shock to the switch panel or break it. It may lead to a trouble. CHARGING Before using the power tool, charge the battery as follows.

1. Connect the charger’s power cord to the receptacle.

When connecting the plug of the charger to a receptacle, the pilot lamp will blink in red (At 1- second intervals).

2. Insert the battery into the charger.

Firmly insert the battery into the charger as shown in Fig. 23.

When inserting a battery in the charger, charging will commence and the pilot lamp will light continuously in red. When the battery becomes fully recharged, the pilot lamp will blink in red. (At 1-second intervals) (See Table 1) ● Pilot lamp indication The indications of the pilot lamp will be as shown in Table 1, according to the condition of the charger or the rechargeable battery. Table 1 Indications of the pilot lamp Pilot lamp (red) Before charging Blinks Lights for 0.5 seconds. Does not light for 0.5 seconds. (off for 0.5 seconds) While charging Lights Lights continuously Charging complete Blinks Lights for 0.5 seconds. Does not light for 0.5 seconds. (off for 0.5 seconds) Overheat standby Blinks Lights for 1 second. Does not light for 0.5 seconds. (off for 0.5 seconds) Battery overheated. Unable to charge. (Charging will commence when battery cools) Charging impossible Flickers Lights for 0.1 seconds. Does not light for 0.1 seconds. (off for 0.1 seconds) Malfunction in the battery or the charger 00BookC18DBL.indb700BookC18DBL.indb7 2019/03/2911:29:282019/03/2911:29:288 English ● Regarding the temperatures and charging time of the battery. The temperatures and charging time will become as shown in Table 2. Table 2 Charger Battery UC18YFSL Charging voltage V 14.4 – 18 Weight kg 0.5 Temperatures at which the battery can be recharged 0°C – 50°C Charging time for battery capacity, approx. (At 20°C)

Number of battery cells 4 – 10 NOTE The recharging time may vary according to temperature and power source voltage. CAUTION When the battery charger has been continuously used, the battery charger will be heated, thus constituting the cause of the failures. Once the charging has been completed, give 15 minutes rest until the next charging.

4. Disconnect the charger’s power cord from the

5. Hold the charger fi rmly and pull out the battery.

NOTE Be sure to pull out the battery from the charger after use, and then keep it. CAUTION ○ If the battery is charged while it is heated because it has been left for a long time in a location subject to direct sunlight or because the battery has just been used, the pilot lamp of the charger lights for 1 second, does not light for 0.5 seconds (off for 0.5 seconds). In such a case, fi rst let the battery cool, then start charging. ○ When the pilot lamp fl ickers (at 0.2-second intervals), check for and take out any foreign objects in the charger’s battery connector. If there are no foreign objects, it is probable that the battery or charger is malfunctioning. Take it to your authorized Service Center. ○ Since the built-in micro computer takes about 3 seconds to confi rm that the battery being charged with charger is taken out, wait for a minimum of 3 seconds before reinserting it to continue charging. If the battery is reinserted within 3 seconds, the battery may not be properly charged. ○ If the pilot lamp does not blink in red (every second) even though the charger cord is connected to the power, it indicates that the protection circuit of the charger may be activated. Remove the cord or plug from the power and then connect it again after 30 seconds or so. If this does not cause the pilot lamp to blink in red (every second), please take the charger to the HiKOKI Authorized Service Center.

MOUNTING AND OPERATION

Removing and inserting the battery 22 197 Charging 23 197 Cutting at right angles 24 198 Inclined cutting (+45° direction) 25 198 Dismounting the saw blade 26 198 Mounting the saw blade 27 199 Selecting accessories ― 200 (*1) About the mode select function Each time the mode selector switch is pushed, the operation mode changes. When Silent mode is selected, the Silent mode indicator lamp lights up. Silent mode reduces maximum motor RPM enabling effi cient work with less noise. If the load increases while the motor is operating in Silent mode, it automatically changes to Power mode. Additionally, if the load decreases again, it automatically returns to Silent mode. In Power mode, no change is made to Silent mode even when the load decreases. Mode No-load speed Power 5000 min

NOTE ○ The mode will only change after a battery is installed and the switch is pulled once. ○ The current mode will be maintained even if the switch is on/off , or the battery is removed/reinserted.

MAINTENANCE AND INSPECTION

1. Inspecting the saw blade

Since use of as dull saw blade will degrade effi ciency and cause possible motor malfunction, sharpen or replace the saw blade as soon as 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. 00BookC18DBL.indb800BookC18DBL.indb8 2019/03/2911:29:282019/03/2911:29:289 English

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. Maintenance of lower guard

For safe and proper working, always keep the machine and ventilation slots clean. The lower guard must always be able to more freely and retract automatically. Therefore, always keep the area around the lower guard clean. Remove dust and chips by blowing out with compressed air or with a brush.

5. 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.

Storing in a place below 40°C and out of the 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. Information concerning airborne noise and vibration The measured values were determined according to EN62841 and declared in accordance with ISO 4871. Measured A-weighted sound power level: 100 dB (A) Measured A-weighted sound pressure level: 89 dB (A) Uncertainty K: 3 dB (A). Wear hearing protection. Vibration total values (triax vector sum) determined according to EN62841. Cutting chipboard: Vibration emission value a

EC DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY

We declare under our sole responsibility that Cordless Circular Saw, identifi ed by type and specifi c identifi cation code *1), is in conformity with all relevant requirements of the directives *2) and standards *3). Technical fi le at *4) – See below. The European Standard Manager at the representative offi ce in Europe is authorized to compile the technical fi le. The declaration is applicable to the product affi xed CE marking.

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