Symptom
Cutting takes a long time
There are large vibrations
during cutting
The blade edge frequently
becomes chipped
Battery cannot be installed
2. Charger
Symptom
The charge indicator lamp
rapidly fl ickers purple, and
battery charging doesn't
begin.
The charge indicator lamp
blinks red, and battery
charging doesn't begin.
Battery usage time is short
even though the battery is
fully charged.
The battery takes a long
time to charge.
The USB power lamp
has switched off and the
USB device has stopped
charging.
Possible cause
The band saw blade is facing the wrong
direction
Direction of rotation
The band saw blade operating speed is not
appropriate for the workpiece
The band saw blade is worn away
The remaining battery supply is low
The band saw blade edge is chipped
The band saw blade operating speed is not
appropriate for the workpiece
The unit is being pressed too hard during
cutting
The band saw blade has impacted against
the workpiece
The workpiece has moved during cutting
The band saw blade operating speed is not
appropriate for the workpiece
Attempting to install a battery other than that
specifi ed for the tool.
Possible cause
The battery is not inserted all the way.
There is foreign matter in the battery
terminal or where the battery is attached.
The battery is not inserted all the way.
The battery is overheated.
The battery's life is depleted.
The temperature of the battery, the charger,
or the surrounding environment is extremely
low.
The charger's vents are blocked, causing its
internal components to overheat.
The cooling fan is not running.
The battery's capacity has become low.
Install the band saw blade correctly.
(See "Replacing the band saw blade")
Select the correct band saw blade operating
speed.
(See "Adjusting operating speed")
Replace the band saw blade.
Charge the storage battery.
Replace the band saw blade.
Select the correct band saw blade operating
speed.
(See "Adjusting operating speed")
Cut using the unit's own weight or while
pressing gently.
Bring the band saw blade near the
workpiece slowly and gently begin cutting.
Fasten the workpiece fi rmly with a vice, etc.
Select the correct band saw blade operating
speed.
(See "Adjusting operating speed")
Please install a multi volt type battery.
Insert the battery fi rmly.
Remove the foreign matter.
Insert the battery fi rmly.
If left alone, the battery will automatically
begin charging if its temperature decreases,
but this may reduce battery life. It is
recommended that the battery be cooled in
a well-ventilated location away from direct
sunlight before charging it.
Replace the battery with a new one.
Charge the battery indoors or in another
warmer environment.
Avoid blocking the vents.
Contact a HiKOKI Authorized Service
Center for repairs.
Replace the battery with one that has
capacity remaining.
Plug the charger's power plug into an
electric socket.
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