M6SB - Grass trimmer HiKOKI - Free user manual and instructions

USER MANUAL M6SB HiKOKI

WARNING Read all safety warnings and all instructions. Failure to follow the warnings and instructions may result in electric shock, fire 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 flammable 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. Unmodified 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 influence 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 dust mask, non-skid safety shoes, hard hat, or hearing protection used for appropriate conditions will reduce personal injuries. 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 finger 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, clothing and gloves 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.

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 the battery pack 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. Check for misalignment or binding of moving parts, breakage of parts and any other condition that may affect the power tool's 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 different from those intended could result in a hazardous situation.

• a) Have your power tool serviced by a qualified repair person using only identical replacement parts. This will ensure that the safety of the power tool is maintained. PRECAUTION Keep children and infirm persons away. When not in use, tools should be stored out of reach of children and infirm persons. 01Eng_M6SB_WE 10/22/08, 16:5267 English SPECIFICATIONS *Be sure to check the nameplate on product as it is subject to change by areas. STANDARD ACCESSORIES (1) Trimmer guide ass'y p. 1
• (2) Straight Guide p. 1
• (3) Template Guide (with two M4 screws) p. 1
• (4) Wrench 17/19 mm Standard accessories are subject to change without notice. APPLICATIONS p. 1

Ensure that the power source to be utilized conforms to the power requirements specified on the product nameplate.

Ensure that the power switch is in the OFF position. If the plug is connected to a receptacle while the power switch is in the ON position, the power tool will start operating immediately, which could cause a serious accident.

When the work area is removed from the power source, use an extension cord of sufficient thickness and rated capacity. The extension cord should be kept as short as practicable.

Refer to "Fitting and removal of the bit" section given in the following. It is dangerous if the bit is not fitted to the coIlet chuck securely. Check if the collet chuck is sufficiently tightened.

5. Cutting using the workpiece edge as a base line

(Fig. 1) Note that the distance between the machine center and the hollow differs from the other three distances.

6. Confirm the spindle lock mechanism.

Confirm that the spindle lock is disengaged by pushing the push button two or three times before switching the power tool on. (See Fig. 2)

FITTING AND REMOVAL OF THE BIT

(1) Remove the base ass'y from the body. When loosening the wing nut (See Fig. 3), the base ass'y can be removed. (2) Deeply inset the bit into the collet chuck hole. (The distance is 15 mm or more from side of collet chuck.) (3) Depress spindle lock (Fig. 2) and rotate collet nut clockwise by hand until lock engages hole in motor spindle. (4) While holding spindle lock engaged, tighten collet nut securely by turning clockwise using wrench provided. CAUTIONS 䡬 Make sure to tighten the collet chuck after inserting the bit. Collet chuck may be damaged if it is tightened without inserting the bit. 䡬 Avoid depressing the lock pin while the bit is still in rotation. Because, there is a fear that doing so may result in an abnormal noise or damage in the fixed section of the rotating shaft. (5) Fit the removed base assembly to the rack provided on the body's outer housing after adjusting the pinion of the base assembly thereto. Then tighten the wing nut and fix the assembly securely.

2. Removal of the bit

Loosen the collet chuck in the reverse manner as described for the fitting the bit. CAUTION Bit is heated after the cutting work. Do not touch it directly. Voltage (by areas)* (110V, 230V, 240V) Power Input* 440 W No-load speed 30000 min

Collet Chuck Capacity 6 mm or 6.35 mm (1/4") Weight (Only main body) 1.4 kg

PRECAUTIONS ON USING TRIMMER

1. Always use the bit of correct shank diameter suitable

for the speed of the tool.

2. Hold the body firmly during operation. Otherwise,

injuries can result.

3. The bit is very hot immediately after operation.

Avoid bare hand contact with the bit for any reason.

4. Avoid bringing your hand, face, etc., close to the

bit and rotary parts during operation.

5. Exercise caution as the bit remains rotating even

after the switch is turned off. Contact of your hand, etc., with the rotating bit can result in injuries. 01Eng_M6SB_WE 10/22/08, 16:5278 English

1. Adjustment of cutting depth

(1) Loosen the wing nut on the base ass'y. (2) Move the base ass'y up and down by turning knob bolt (A) and fit the front end of base with the pointed end of the bit. (Fig. 3) (3) Read the value indicated by the top of the base ass'y. (A in Fig. 4) (4) Move the base ass'y to the cutting depth. (5) After moving the base ass'y to the cutting depth, tighten wing nut securely. (Fig. 4)

It is recommended that the most appropriate guide be used which is suitable to the type of the work in order to carry out the work exactly without failure. (Refer to "How to use guide".) The material to be processed should be firmly fixed. (1) Keep the bit separated from the material and hold the body firmly before switch is turned on. (Fig. 5) (2) Feeding direction The bit rotates clockwise as seen from above. Use the unit by feeding the trimmer in the direction shown in Fig. 6. If the trimmer is fed in the reverse direction as shown in the figure, you will receive reaction of the bit and finishing of the plane to be cut becomes coarse.

3. Base angle adjustment

Loosen the right and left wing bolts and adjust the base angle. (Fig. 7) The interval of the embossed graduations is 5˚. Lay a ruler, etc., along the side of the base for use in chamfering work.

NOTE: Avoid tilting the base when the guide is used.

Application: The guide is handy when used in processing of materials such as trimming and beveling of plywood. (1) Fit the trimmer guide on the base with knob bolt (B). (2) Loosen knob bolt (B) to move the trimmer guide up and down. (3) Loosen knob bolt (C) and turn the stop screw to move the guide pin. (Fig. 8) After moving the guide pin, tighten knob bolt (C) to secure it. (4) When cutting refer to term "Feeding direction" in "How to use". (Fig. 9)

Application: It is handy when used for linear processing work such as beveling, grooving and the like. (1) Fit the straight guide with knob bolt (B) on the base and fix it. (2) Adjust the length "B" from the bit to the surface of straight guide by loosening the knob bolt (D) and rnoving the straight guide as necessary (Fig. 10) (3) When cutting refer to term "Feeding direction" in "How to use". (Fig. 11)

Application: It is handy to process with a template a number of materials in one same shape. (In this case 6 × 6 mm or 6.35 × 6.35 mm (1/ 4" × 1/4") straight bit is usable.) (1) Remove the base ass'y from the main unit. (2) Loosen the right and left wing bolts and secure the base horizontally. (3) Install the template in the recessed part of the base and secure it with two screws. NOTE: Tighten the two screws moderately. Optimum tightening torque is 10-15 kg-cm. (4) Install the base ass'y in the main unit. (Fig. 13) CAUTION When fit the template guide, the upper part of the template guide must not touch the collet chuck. (5) Securely fix the template to the workpiece. Feed the trimmer following the template. (Fig. 13) Template Template is referred to also as profillig mold and is made from a plywood or a thin wooden plate. Be careful of the following in producing a template: When putting following the inner edge of the template, the workpiece is cut smaller because of the distance between the template guide and bit edge (with a 6 × 6 mm straight bit: 2.0 mm or 6.35 × 6.35 mm (1/4" × 1/4"): 1.8 mm). By following the outer edge of the template, the workpiece is cut larger. (Figs. 14 and 15) The thickness of the template should be 5 mm or more.

MAINTENANCE AND INSPECTION

1. Inspecting the bit

Continued use of a dull or damaged bit will result in reduced cutting efficiency and may cause overloading of the motor. Replace the bit 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. Inspecting the carbon brushes (Fig. 16)

The motor employs carbon brushes which are consumable parts. Since an excessively worn carbon brush can result in motor trouble, replace the carbon brush with new ones having the same carbon brush No. shown in the figure when they becomes worn to or near the “wear limit”. In addition, always keep carbon brushes clean and ensure that they slide freely within the brush holders.

5. Replacing carbon brushes

Disassemble the brush caps with a slotted-head screwdriver. The carbon brushes can then be easily removed. 01Eng_M6SB_WE 10/22/08, 16:5289 English

6. Service parts list

A: Item No. B: Code No. C: No. Used D: Remarks CAUTION

epair, modification and inspection of HiKOKI Power Tools must be carried out by an HiKOKI Authorized Service Center. This Parts List will be helpful if presented with the tool to the HiKOKI Authorized Service Center when requesting repair or other maintenance. In the operation and maintenance of power tools, the safety regulations and standards prescribed in each country must be observed. MODIFICATIONS HiKOKI Power Tools are constantly being improved and modified to incorporate the latest technological advancements. Accordingly, some parts (i.e. code numbers and/or design) may be changed without prior notice. GUARANTEE We guarantee HiKOKI Power Tools in accordance with statutory/country specific 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. NOTE Due to HiKOKI’s continuing program of research and development, the specifications herein are subject to change without prior notice. IMPORTANT Correct connection of the plug The wires of the main lead are coloured in accordance with the following code: Blue: -Neutral Brown: -Live As the colours of the wires in the main lead of this tool may not correspond with the coloured markings identifying the terminals in your plug proceed as follows: The wire coloured blue must be connected to the terminal marked with the letter N or coloured black. The wire coloured brown must be connected to the terminal mark- ed with the letter L or coloured red. Neither core must be connected to the earth terminal. NOTE This requirement is provided according to BRITISH STANDARD 2769: 1984. Therefore, the letter code and colour code may not be applicable to other markets except The United Kingdom. Information concerning airborne noise and vibration The measured values were determined according to EN60745 and declared in accordance with ISO 4871. Measured A-weighted sound power level: 95 dB (A) Measured A-weighted sound pressure level: 84 dB (A) Uncertainty KpA: 3 dB (A). Wear ear protection. The typical weighted root mean square acceleration value: 1.0 m/s

EC DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY

We declare under our sole responsibility that Trimmer, 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.

A. Nakagawa Corporate Offi cer