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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.
SELECTING ACCESSORIES
The accessories of this machine are listed on page 350.
TROUBLESHOOTING
Use the inspections in the table below if the tool does not operate normally. If this does not remedy the problem, consult your
dealer or the Hitachi Authorized Service Center.
Symptom
Charger
The Charge lamp
does not go on.
Tool
Does not operate.
Possible cause
The power plug is not connected to an
AC outlet.
The battery is not properly connected to
the charger.
The battery or charger electrodes are
soiled.
The battery is extremely hot.
The rechargeable battery is depleted.
The rechargeable battery has not been
properly installed.
The power has not been turned on.
The main pipe is not fully extended
(The red light blinks rapidly) (CG36DAL,
CG36DAL (L) only)
The lock lever was not pressed when the
lever was pulled back.
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Important notice on the batteries for the Hitachi
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).
Connect the power plug to an AC outlet.
Insert the battery so that it is properly
seated in the charger.
Use a cotton swab or other tool to clean
the electrodes.
Allow the battery to properly cool before
charging.
Charge the rechargeable battery.
Remove the rechargeable battery from
the battery compartment in the tool and
check for and remove any foreign matter.
Also check the battery electrodes for
soiling, water or other foreign matter. Use
a cotton swab for cleaning. Make sure
that the rechargeable battery is pressed
in until it clicks into place.
Press the power button on the housing
to start the tool. This tool comes with an
auto power off function. The power is
automatically turned off if nobody pulls
the lever during a one minute period after
power on. To turn the tool on again, press
the power button a second time.
Pressing the power button a second time
turns the power off .
To prevent accidents due to malfunction,
the tool is designed so that the motor will
not operate unless the main pipe is fully
extended.
Extend the main pipe fully until it clicks.
To prevent accidents from incorrect
operation, the lock lever must be pressed
while the lever is pulled back to start the
motor.
Hold the handle from above and press
the lock lever while pulling the handle.
Remedy