Hitachi C 18DL - User Manual

SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS AND INSTRUCTION MANUAL
WARNING
IMPROPER OR UNSAFE use of this power tool can result in death or serious bodily
injury!
This manual contains important information about product safety. 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. This
manual should be stored in safe place.
INSTRUCCIONES DE SEGURIDAD Y MANUAL DE INSTRUCCIONES
ADVERTENCIA
¡La utilización INAPROPIADA O PELIGROSA de esta herramienta eléctrica puede
resultar en lesiones de gravedad o la muerte!
Este manual contiene información importante sobre la seguridad del producto.
Lea y comprenda este manual ANTES de utilizar la herramienta eléctrica. Guarde
este manual para que puedan leerlo otras personas antes de utilizar la herramienta
eléctrica. Este manual debe ser guardado en un lugar seguro.
Model Cordless Circular Saw
Modèle Scie circulaire sans fil
Modelo Sierra circular a batería
INSTRUCTIONS DE SECURITE ET MODE D’EMPLOI
AVERTISSEMENT
Une utilisation INCORRECTE OU DANGEREUSE de cet outil motorisé peut entraîner
la mort ou de sérieuses blessures corporelles!
Ce mode d’emploi contient d’importantes informations à propos de la sécurité de
ce produit. Prière de lire et de comprendre ce mode d’emploi AVANT d’utiliser
l’outil motorisé. Garder ce mode d’emploi à la disponibilité des autres utilisateurs
et propriétaires avant qu’ils utilisent l’outil motorisé. Ce mode d’emploi doit être
conservé dans un endroit sûr.
C 18DL
Designed for operating in USA & Canada only.
When this product is used in areas other than the USA & Canada,
we cannot guarantee the product quality and performance.
01Eng_C18DL_US 8/6/12, 13:251

Summary

SAFETY

IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION

Read and understand all safety precautions before operating the power tool.

MEANINGS OF SIGNAL WORDS

GENERAL POWER TOOL SAFETY WARNINGS

POWER TOOL USE AND CARE

BATTERY TOOL USE AND CARE

SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS FOR ALL SAWS

Essential safety guidelines specifically for all types of saws.

FURTHER SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS FOR ALL SAWS

Additional safety advice for all saws, covering kickback prevention.

SPECIFIC SAFETY RULES

SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS FOR SAWS WITH INNER PENDULUM GUARD

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS FOR USE OF THE CORDLESS CIRCULAR SAW

Critical safety instructions for the proper operation of the cordless circular saw.

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS FOR BATTERY CHARGER

Essential safety guidelines for the safe use and maintenance of the battery charger.

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS FOR USE OF THE BATTERY AND BATTERY CHARGER

Key safety instructions for both the battery and its charger.

CAUTION ON LITHIUM-ION BATTERY

Precautions and warnings specific to lithium-ion batteries for safe handling and longevity.

SPECIFICATIONS

ASSEMBLY AND OPERATION

REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION METHOD OF BATTERY

CHARGING METHOD

BEFORE USE

ADJUSTING THE SAW PRIOR TO USE

ADJUSTING THE CUTTING DEPTH

ADJUSTING THE ANGLE OF INCLINATION

OPERATION

OPERATION OF SWITCH (SWITCH TRIGGER AND LIGHT SWITCH)

CUTTING PROCEDURES

MOUNTING AND DISMOUNTING THE SAW BLADE

MAINTENANCE AND INSPECTION

Hitachi C 18DL Specifications

General

Type	Cordless Circular Saw
Arbor Size	5/8 inches
Voltage	18V
Max Cut Depth at 90 Degrees	2-1/4 in
Max Cut Depth at 45 Degrees	1-5/8 in
Bevel Capacity	50 degrees
Motor	Brushless
Blade Diameter	6-1/2 in