User manual HITACHI DS18DL

[. . . ] IMPROPER OR UNSAFE use of this power tool can result in death or serious bodily injury!Please read and understand this manual BEFORE operating the power tool. Please keep this manual available for other users and owners before they use the power tool. Read and understand all of the safety precautions, warnings and operating instructions in the Instruction Manual before operating or maintaining this power tool. [. . . ] In this state, the charge time lamp flashes red, and the battery cannot be charged immediately. Leave the battery inserted in the charger, and charging will commence when the battery cools down. If the lamp goes out while charging, disconnect the power cord, and leave for 3 to 5 minutes before reconnecting. Leave 5 minutes between charging batteries as the charger may overheat leading to malfunction. The battery life is finished if it can only be used for short periods even when fully charged. Continuing to use a depleted battery may cause the charger to malfunction. NOTE: Charging times may be longer depending on the surrounding temperature and battery conditions. Charge time lamp indications are only a guide, and may vary depending on the surrounding temperature and battery conditions. Revitalizing the battery (trickle recharge) A new battery or a battery that has not been used for extensive periods may not charge completely due to internal chemicals being inert. Leave the battery inserted in the charger for 8 to 12 hours after charging is complete. the charger automatically "revitalizes" the battery by trickle recharging. How to make the batteries perform longer (1) Recharge the batteries before they become completely exhausted. When you feel that the power of the tool becomes weaker, stop using the tool and recharge its battery. If you continue to use the tool and exhaust the electric current, the battery may be damaged and its life will become shorter. If such a battery is recharged immediately after use, its internal chemical substance will deteriorate, and the battery life will be shortened. Check the work area to make sure that it is clear of debris and clutter. Using the light equipped hook When using the hook, pay sufficient attention so that the main equipment does not fall. Do not attach the tip tool except phillips bit to the tool main unit when carrying the tool main unit with the hook suspended from a waist belt. Injury may result if you carry the equipment suspended from the waist belt with sharp tipped components such as drill bit attached. 1 Using the hook The hook can be installed on the right or left side and the angle can be adjusted in 5 steps between 0° and 80°. (1) Operating the hook (a) Pull out the hook toward you in the direction of arrow (A) and turn in the direction of arrow (B). (2) Switching the hook position CAUTION: If the tool falls, there is a risk that malfunction and/ or physical damage can occur. [. . . ] Exercise due care to ensure the winding does not become damaged and/or wet with oil or water. Since and excessively worn carbon brush can result in motor trouble, replace the carbon brush with new ones when it 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. NOTE: When replacing the carbon brush with a new one, be sure to use the Hitachi Carbon Brush Code No. [. . . ]