5.
Check damaged parts. Before further use of
the tool, any part which is damaged should be
carefully checked to determine that it will oper-
ate properly and perform its intended function.
Check for alignment of moving parts, binding
of moving parts, breakage of parts, mounting
and any other condition that may affect its
operation. A guard or other part that is damaged
should be properly repaired or replaced by your
authorized service center.
6.
Use genuine spare parts only.
7.
When moving the tool to another location,
including during work, always remove the
battery cartridge and put the blade cover on
the shear blades. Never carry or transport the
tool with the blades running. Never grasp the
blades with your hands.
8.
Clean the tool and especially the shear blades
after use, and before putting the tool into stor-
age for extended periods. Lightly oil the shear
blades and put on the blade cover.
9.
Do not dispose of the battery(ies) in a fire. The
cell may explode. Check with local codes for
possible special disposal instructions.
10. Do not open or mutilate the battery(ies).
Released electrolyte is corrosive and may
cause damage to the eyes or skin. It may be
toxic if swallowed.
Do not charge battery in rain, or in wet
11.
locations.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS.
WARNING:
DO NOT let comfort or familiarity
with product (gained from repeated use) replace
strict adherence to safety rules for the subject
product. MISUSE or failure to follow the safety
rules stated in this instruction manual may cause
serious personal injury.
PARTS DESCRIPTION
► Fig.1: 1. Blade cover 2. Angle adjustment handle
3. Cap 4. Shear blades 5. Slide lever 6. Front
grip
ASSEMBLY
WARNING:
Before assembling or adjusting
the equipment, switch off the motor and remove
the battery cartridge. Otherwise, the machine may
start unintentionally and result in an injury.
WARNING:
When assembling or adjusting
the equipment, always put it down. Assembling or
adjusting the equipment in an upright position may
result in serious injury.
WARNING:
Follow the warnings and precau-
tions in the chapter "SAFETY WARNINGS" and
the instruction manual of the power unit.
Assembling the attachment
1.
Remove the cap from the attachment.
► Fig.2: 1. Cap
2.
Insert the pipe into the attachment so that the hole
on the pipe is aligned with the hole on the attachment.
Securely tighten the short bolt first, and then tighten the
long bolt to fix the pipe.
► Fig.3: 1. Hole 2. Pipe 3. Bolt (short) 4. Bolt (long)
NOTE: When tightening the bolts, apply 4.0 - 6.0 N•m
as tightening torque.
Mounting the attachment pipe
CAUTION:
Always check that the attachment
pipe is secured after installation. Improper instal-
lation may cause the attachment falling off from the
power unit and cause personal injury.
Mount the attachment pipe to the power unit.
1.
Remove the cap from the end of the pipe.
► Fig.4: 1. Pipe 2. Cap
NOTICE:
Do not dispose of the cap since the cap
is necessary for storing the attachment.
2.
Turn the lever toward the attachment.
► Fig.5: 1. Lever
3.
Align the pin with the arrow mark on the power
unit. Insert the pipe until the release button pops up.
Make sure that the position line is on the tip of the arrow
mark on the power unit, and the arrow mark on the
power unit and the arrow mark on the pipe are facing
each other.
► Fig.6: 1. Release button 2. Arrow mark on the
power unit 3. Pin 4. Position line 5. Arrow
mark on the pipe
4.
Turn the lever toward the power unit.
► Fig.7: 1. Lever
Make sure that the surface of the lever is parallel to the
pipe.
NOTICE:
Do not tighten the lever without the
attachment pipe inserted. Otherwise the lever may
tighten the entrance of the drive shaft too much and
damage it.
To remove the pipe, turn the lever toward the attach-
ment and pull the pipe out while pressing down the
release button.
► Fig.8: 1. Release button 2. Lever 3. Pipe
Installing or removing the shear
blades
CAUTION:
When replacing the shear blades,
always wear gloves so that your hands do not
directly contact the blades.
CAUTION:
Attach the blade cover before
removing or installing the shear blades.
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