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Hitachi CS51EAP - User Manual

Hitachi CS51EAP
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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.
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.
INSTRUCCIONES DE SEGURIDAD Y MANUAL DE INSTRUCCIONES
ADVERTENCIA
¡La utilización INAPROPIADA O PELIGROSA de esta herramienta eléctrica puede provocar lesiones
graves 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
Modèle
Modelo
CS 51EAP
Chain Saw
Tronçonneuse
Motosierra
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.
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Hitachi CS51EAP Specifications

General IconGeneral
BrandHitachi
ModelCS51EAP
CategoryChainsaw
LanguageEnglish

Summary

SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS AND MANUAL

Safety Warning

Indicates a strong possibility of severe personal injury or loss of life if instructions are not followed.

Manual Usage

Explains consequences of unsafe use and the need to read the manual before operating the power tool.

CHAIN SAW USER SAFETY

Kickback Safety

Explains kickback occurrence and how to avoid it through safe handling and grip.

General Safety Practices

Covers general safe operating practices, personal protective equipment, and handling.

SYMBOL MEANINGS

Warning Symbols

Explains the significance of warning symbols used in the manual and on the machine.

Control and Adjustment Symbols

Details symbols for carburetor adjustments, oiling, and other technical settings.

Operational Symbols

Defines symbols related to machine controls like choke, on/start, and stop.

COMPONENT IDENTIFICATION

Controls and Levers

Identifies and describes controls like throttle lever, stop switch, choke, and starter.

Saw Components

Explains essential parts such as guide bar, saw chain, chain brake, and spiked bumper.

Tools and Documentation

Describes tools like the combi box spanner and the handling instructions manual.

GENERAL SAFETY WARNINGS

Operator Safety

Details personal protective equipment, fatigue, children, hearing, and environmental awareness.

Unit Safety

Covers inspection, part replacement, accessory use, and modification warnings.

Fuel Safety

Outlines precautions for mixing, pouring, and storing fuel, including fire prevention.

CUTTING, MAINTENANCE, AND STORAGE SAFETY

Cutting Safety

Provides guidelines for safe cutting practices, including kickback avoidance and material handling.

Maintenance Safety

Covers proper maintenance procedures, spark plug removal, and authorized service.

Transport and Storage Safety

Details safe methods for transporting and storing the unit, including fuel management.

TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS

Equipment and Engine Specs

Lists type of equipment, engine size, spark plug, fuel/oil tank capacity, and dry weight.

Performance Metrics

Details chain pitch, gauge, sound levels, and vibration levels.

Operational Parameters

Includes guide bar length, chain type, engine power, speeds, fuel consumption, and chain speed.

ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS

Chain Brake Check

Instructions to check and ensure the chain brake is disengaged before starting assembly.

Bar and Chain Installation

Steps for removing side case, installing guide bar, and aligning chain on sprocket.

Chain Tensioning

Guidance on adjusting chain tension and checking for proper clearance.

OPERATING GUIDELINES

Fueling and Mixture

Details on using the correct fuel/oil mixture, fueling precautions, and ventilation.

Chain Oil System

Instructions for filling chain oil and adjusting the oil supply quantity.

BRAKE AND STARTING PROCEDURES

Chain Brake Operation

Explains how the chain brake works and how to test its activation for safety.

Engine Starting Sequence

Step-by-step guide for starting the engine, including ignition, choke, and starter.

ENGINE OPERATION AND STOPPING

Warm-up, Stopping, and Features

Procedures for warming engine, safe stopping, and function of safety features like chain catcher.

Cutting Techniques Introduction

Provides essential safety warnings and precautions before attempting cutting techniques.

FELLING TECHNIQUES

Cutting Force Dynamics

Explains how cutting direction affects reactive force and sawdust direction.

Felling Site Preparation

Covers tree condition assessment, safety zone establishment, and retreat path planning.

Felling Cuts: Notch and Hinge

Details the process of creating the notch and the felling cut, including hinge creation.

ADVANCED CUTTING TECHNIQUES

Felling Large Trunks

Instructions for felling trees whose trunk diameter exceeds twice the guide bar length.

Limbing Procedures

Covers safety precautions and methods for removing branches from a felled tree.

Cross Cutting and Bucking Basics

Introduces techniques for cutting logs into smaller pieces, focusing on pressure and pinching.

CROSS CUTTING AND STUCK SAW

Cutting Thick Logs

Techniques for cutting logs larger than the guide bar length, including boring cuts.

Stuck Saw Recovery

Procedures to safely free a chain saw that has become stuck in a log.

ROUTINE MAINTENANCE

Carburetor and Idle Speed

Details on adjusting the carburetor for optimal performance and setting the correct idle speed.

Air Filter Care

Instructions for cleaning and replacing the air filter to prevent malfunctions.

Spark Plug Maintenance

Guidance on checking, cleaning, and replacing the spark plug for engine performance.

COMPONENT CARE AND CLEANING

Oiler Port and Guide Bar

Procedures for cleaning the oiler port and guide bar groove for proper chain lubrication.

Fuel Filter and Cylinder Fins

Instructions for cleaning the fuel filter and cylinder fins to maintain engine health.

Icing Protection System

How to adjust the system to prevent carburetor icing during winter operation.

STORAGE AND CHAIN SHARPENING

Long-Term Storage

Steps to prepare the unit for long-term storage, including fuel draining and cylinder oiling.

Chain Sharpening Basics

Identifies key parts of a chain cutter and general filing techniques.

Depth Gauge and Filing

Instructions on lowering depth gauges and general filing techniques for chain cutters.

SHARPENING ANGLES AND MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE

Sharpening Angle Specifications

Specifies the correct angles for sharpening saw chain cutters for optimal performance.

Maintenance Task Schedule

Provides a schedule for daily, weekly, and monthly maintenance tasks.

Bar and Chain Compatibility

Lists compatible replacement bar and chain combinations by model number.

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