Hitachi C 10FR User Manual

Model

C 10FR

Jobsite Table Saw

INSTRUCTION MANUAL AND SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

WARNING

Improper and 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 others before
they use the power tool.

CONTENTS

SECTION PAGE

Product Specifications . . . . . . .. ... ... .... ... ... ... ... ... ... ... .... ... ... ... ... ... .. 3

Power Tool Safety .. . . ... ... ... ... ... ... ... ... .... ... ... ... ... ... ... ... ... .... ... ... . 4

Table Saw Safety . . . . . ... ... ... ... ... ... .... ... ... ... ... ... ... ... .... ... ... ... ... ... . 5

Electrical Requirements and Safety .. ... ... ... ... ... ... ... .... ... ... ... .. 6

Accessories and Attachments .. ... ... ... ... ... ... .... ... ... ... ... ... ... ... .. 7

Tools Needed For Assembly .. ... ... ... ... ... ... ... ... ... ... ... .... ... ... ... .. 7

Carton Contents ... ... ... ... ... .... ... ... ... ... ... ... ... .... ... ... ... ... ... ... ... ... . 7

SECTION PAGE

Know Your Table Saw .. ... ... ... ... ... ... ... ... .... ... ... ... ... ... ... ... ... .... .. 9

Assembly and Adjustments .. ... ... .... ... .... ... .... ... .... ... .... ... ... ... 10

Operation . ... ... ... ... ... ... ... ... ... ... ... ... .... ... ... ... ... ... ... ... ... .... ... ... ... . 17

Maintenance . . . . . ... ... ... ... .... ... ... ... ... ... ... ... ... .... ... ... ... ... ... ... ... ... . 21

Troubleshooting Guide . ... ... ... ... ... ... .... ... ... ... ... ... ... ... ... .... ... ... 22

Push Stick Pattern ... ... ... ... .... ... ... ... ... ... ... ... ... .... ... ... ... ... ... ... ... 23

Parts List . ... . . . . . . .. ... ... ... ... ... ... ... . . . . . . .. ... ... ... ... ... ... ... . . . . . . ... ... ... ... 24

HITACHI AUTHORIZED SERVICE CENTERS

Service under this warranty is available from Hitachi Koki U.S.A., Ltd. at :

IN THE U.S.A. IN CANADA

3950 Steve Reynolds Blvd.

9409 Owensmouth Ave.

OR CALL: [phone] for a service center nearest you. OR CALL: [phone] for a service center nearest you.

Norcross, GA 30093

Chatsworth, CA 91311

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6395 Kestrel Road

2

Mississauga, ON L5T 1Z5

WARNING

Some dust created by power sanding, sawing, grinding, drilling and other construction activities contains chemicals
known to the state of California to cause cancer, birth defects or other reproductive harm. Some examples of these
chemicals are:

• Lead from lead-based paints

• Crystalline silica from bricks, cement and other masonry products

• Arsenic and chromium from chemically treated lumber
Your risk from these exposures varies, depending on how often you do this type of work. To reduce your exposure to
these chemicals, work in a well-ventilated area and work with approved safety equipment such as dust masks that are
specially designed to filter out microscopic particles.

PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS

MOTOR

HP (Maximum developed)............ 3.0

Type................................................ Universal

Amps .............................................. 15

Voltage ........................................... 120

Hz .................................................... 60

RPM (no load) ................................ 5000

Overload Protection ...................... YES

SAW

Table Size....................................... 26-1/16” x 19-21/64”

Table Extensions ........................... 2- Right, Rear

Extension Fence Capacity............. 24” Right

Blade Size....................................... 10”

Rip Scale ........................................ YES

Rip Fence........................................ YES

Miter Gauge ................................... YES

Maximum Cut Depth @ 90°.......... 3-1/8”

Maximum Cut Depth @ 45°.......... 2-1/2”

Net Weight ..................................... 64.5 LBS

WARNING

To avoid electrical hazards, fire hazards or damage to the table saw, use proper circuit protection.

This table saw is wired at the factory for 110-120 Volt operation. It must be connected to a 110-120 Volt / 15 Ampere time
delay fuse or circuit breaker. To avoid shock or fire, replace power cord immediately if it is worn, cut or damaged in any
way.

Before using your table saw, it is critical that you read and understand these safety rules. Failure to follow these rules
could result in serious injury to you or damage to the table saw.

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POWER TOOL SAFETY

WARNING

Before using your table saw, it is critical that you read and understand these safety rules. Failure to follow these rules
could result in serious injury or damage to the table saw.

Good safety practices are a combination of common
sense, staying alert and understanding how to use your
power tool. To avoid mistakes that could cause serious
injury, do not plug in your power tool until you have read
and understood the following safety rules:

1. READ and become familiar with this entire Operator’s
Manual. LEARN the tool’s applications, limitations and
possible hazards.

2.

WARNING

Look for this symbol that identifies important safety
precautions. It means CAUTION! BECOME ALERT!
YOUR SAFETY IS INVOLVED!

3. NEVER OPERATE THIS MACHINE WITHOUT THE

SAFETY GUARD IN PLACE FOR ALL THROUGH
SAWING OPERATIONS.

4. DO NOT USE IN A DANGEROUS ENVIRONMENT
such as damp or wet locations or exposure to rain.
Keep work area well lighted.

5. DO NOT use power tools in the presence of flammable
liquids or gases.

6. KEEP WORK AREA CLEAN. Cluttered areas and
benches invite accidents.

7. KEEP CHILDREN AWAY. All visitors should be kept at
a safe distance from the work area.

8. DO NOT FORCE THE TOOL. It will do the job better
and safer at the rate for which it was designed.

9. USE THE RIGHT TOOL. Don’t force the tool or
attachment to do a job for which it is not designed.

15. REMOVE ADJUSTING KEYS AND WRENCHES.
Form the habit of checking to see that keys and
adjusting wrenches are removed from the tool before
turning ON.

16. NEVER LEAVE TOOL RUNNING UNATTENDED.
TURN THE POWER “OFF”. Do not leave the tool
before it comes to a complete stop.

17. NEVER STAND ON TOOL. Serious injury could occur if
the tool is tipped or if the cutting tool is
unintentionally contacted.

18. DO NOT OVERREACH. Keep proper footing and
balance at all times.

19. MAINTAIN TOOLS WITH CARE. Keep tools sharp and
clean for most efficient and safest performance.
Follow instructions for lubricating and changing
accessories.

20. CHECK FOR DAMAGED OR LOOSE PARTS.
Before further use of the tool, a guard or other part
that is damaged should be carefully checked to ensure
it will operate properly and perform its intended
function. Check for alignment of moving parts,
binding of moving parts, loose mounting and any
other conditions that may affect its safe operation. A
guard or other part that is loose or damaged should
be properly adjusted repaired or replaced.

21. MAKE WORKSHOP CHILD PROOF with padlocks,
master switches or by removing starter keys.

22. DO NOT operate the tool if you are under the
influence of any drugs, alcohol or medication that
could impair your ability to use the tool safely.

10. WEAR PROPER APPAREL. DO NOT wear loose
clothing, gloves, neckties, rings, bracelets or other
jewelry that may get caught in moving parts. Non-slip
footwear is recommended. Wear protective hair
covering to contain long hair.

11. WEAR A FACE MASK OR DUST MASK. Sawing,
cutting and sanding operations produce dust.

12. DISCONNECT TOOLS before servicing and when
changing accessories such as blades, cutters, etc.

13. REDUCE THE RISK OF UNINTENTIONAL STARTING.
Make sure the switch is in the OFF position before
plugging into the power supply.

14. USE ONLY RECOMMENDED ACCESSORIES.
Consult the Operator’s Manual for recommended
accessories. The use of improper accessories may
cause injury to you or damage to the tool.

23. USE DUST COLLECTION SYSTEM wherever possible.
Dust generated from certain materials can be
hazardous to your health and in some cases, a fire
hazard. Always operate the power tool in a well­ventilated area with adequate dust removal.

24. ALWAYS WEAR EYE PROTECTION. Any power tool
can throw foreign objects into your eyes that could
cause permanent eye damage. ALWAYS wear safety
goggles (not glasses) that comply with ANSI safety
standard Z87.1. Everyday glasses have only impact
resistant lenses. They ARE NOT safety glasses.
NOTE: Glasses or goggles not in compliance with
ANSI Z87.1 could cause serious injury when they
break.

25. DIRECTION OF FEED. Feed work into a blade or cutter
against the direction of rotation of the blade or cutter
only.

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TABLE SAW SAFETY

1. ALWAYS USE SAW BLADE GUARD, splitter and anti­kickback pawls for every operation for which they can
be used, including through sawing. Through sawing
operations are those in which the blade cuts
completely through the workpiece when ripping or
crosscutting.

2. ALWAYS HOLD WORK FIRMLY against the miter
gauge or rip fence.

3. USE A PUSH STICK when required. Always use a
push stick especially when ripping narrow stock. Refer
to ripping instructions in this Operator’s Manual
where the push stick is covered in detail. A pattern for
making your own push stick is included on page 23.

4. NEVER PERFORM ANY OPERATION FREE HAND,

which means using only your hands to support or
guide the workpiece. Always use either the fence or
the miter gauge to position and guide the work.
WARNING: FREEHAND CUTTING IS THE MAJOR
CAUSE OF KICK-BACK & FINGER/HAND
AMPUTATIONS.

5. NEVER STAND or have any part of your body in line
with the path of the saw blade. Keep your hands out
of the saw blade path.

12. PROVIDE ADEQUATE SUPPORT to the rear and the
sides of the saw table for long or wide workpieces.

13. AVOID KICKBACKS (work thrown back towards you)
by keeping the blade sharp, the rip fence parallel to
the saw blade and by keeping the splitter, anti­kickback pawls and guards in place, aligned and
functioning. Do not release work before it has passed
all the way past the saw blade. Do not rip work that is
twisted, warped or does not have a straight edge to
guide it along the fence.

14. AVOID AWKWARD OPERATIONS and hand positions
where a sudden slip could cause your hand to move
into the saw blade.

15. NEVER USE SOLVENTS to clean plastic parts.
Solvents could possibly dissolve or otherwise damage
the material. Only a soft damp cloth should be used to
clean plastic parts.

16. MOUNT your table saw on a bench or stand before
performing any cutting operations. Refer to
ASSEMBLY AND ADJUSTMENTS on page 10.

17. NEVER CUT METALS or materials which may make
hazardous dust.

6. NEVER REACH behind or over the cutting tool for any
reason.

7. REMOVE the rip fence when crosscutting.

8. DO NOT USE a molding head with this saw.

9. FEED WORK INTO THE BLADE against the direction of
rotation only.

10. NEVER use the rip fence as a cut-off gauge when
crosscutting.

11. NEVER ATTEMPT TO FREE A STALLED SAW BLADE
without first turning the saw OFF. Turn power switch
OFF immediately to prevent motor damage.

18. ALWAYS USE IN WELL-VENTILATED AREA.
Remove sawdust frequently. Clean out sawdust from
the interior of the saw to prevent a potential fire
hazard. Attach a vacuum to the dust port for
additional sawdust removal.

19. NEVER LEAVE THE SAW RUNNING UNATTENDED.
Do not leave the saw until it comes to a complete
stop.

20. For proper operation follow the instructions in this
Operator’s Manual entitled ASSEMBLY AND
ADJUSTMENTS (Page 10). Failure to provide sawdust
fall-through and removal hole will allow sawdust to
build up in the motor area resulting in a fire hazard
and potential motor damage.

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ELECTRICAL REQUIREMENTS AND SAFETY

POWER SUPPLY REQUIREMENTS

WARNING

To avoid electrical hazards, fire hazards or damage to the
table saw, use proper circuit protection. Always use a
separate electrical circuit for your tools. This power tool is
wired at the factory for 120V operation. Connect it to a
120V, 15 Amp circuit and use a 15 Amp time delay fuse or
circuit breaker. To avoid shock or fire, replace the cord
immediately if it is worn, cut or damaged in any way.

EXTENSION REQUIREMENTS

WARNING

Any extension cord must be GROUNDED for safe
operation.

MINIMUM GAUGE FOR EXTENSION CORDS

(AWG type / 120 Volt only)

Ampere Rating Total length in feet

Not

More Than More Than 25’ 50’ 100’ 150’

0 6 18 16 16 14

6 10 18161412
10 12 16 16 14 12
12 16 14 12 Not Applicable

GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS

IN THE EVENT OF A MALFUNCTION OR BREAKDOWN,
grounding provides a path of least resistance for electric
current and reduces the risk of electric shock. This saw is
equipped with an electric cord that has an equipment
grounding conductor and a grounding plug. The plug
MUST be plugged into a matching receptacle that is
properly installed and grounded in accordance with ALL
local codes and ordinances.

DO NOT MODIFY THE PLUG PROVIDED. If it will not fit the
receptacle, have the proper receptacle installed by a
qualified electrician.

IMPROPER CONNECTION of the equipment grounding
conductor can result in risk of electric shock. The
conductor (wire) with the green insulation (with or without
yellow stripes) is the equipment grounding conductor. If
repair or replacement of the electric cord or plug is
necessary, DO NOT connect the equipment grounding
conductor to a live terminal.

CHECK with a qualified electrician or service personnel if
you do not completely understand the grounding
instructions, or if you are not sure the saw is properly
grounded.

Use only 3-wire extension cords that have 3-prong
grounding plugs and 3-pole grounding receptacles that
accept the saw’s plug. Repair or replace damaged or
worn cords immediately.

GUIDELINES FOR EXTENSION CORDS

Any extension cord used for power tools MUST be
grounded (3-wire with two flat prongs and one round
ground prong).

Make sure the extension cord is in good condition. When
using an extension cord, make sure you use one heavy
enough to carry the current the tool will draw. An
undersized cord will cause a drop in line voltage resulting
in loss of power and overheating. The table above shows
the correct size to use according to extension cord length
and nameplate ampere rating. If in doubt, use the next
heavier gauge cord. The smaller the gauge number the
heavier the cord.
NOTE: The 12 to 16 Amp rating is correct for this tool. It is
highlighted in the table above.

Be sure your extension cord is properly wired and in good
condition. Always replace a damaged extension cord or
have it repaired by a qualified person before using it.
Protect your extension cords from sharp objects,
excessive heat and damp or wet areas.

Before connecting the saw to the extension cord, make
sure the saw switch is turned OFF.

Grounding Lug

Adapter

3-Prong Plug

Grounding Prong

Properly Grounded
3-Prong Receptacle

Make Sure This
is Connected to a
Known Ground

2-Prong
Receptacle

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ACCESSORIES AND ATTACHMENTS

Medium screwdriver

#2 Philips screwdriver

Straight edge

Adjustable wrench

Combination square

RECOMMENDED ACCESSORIES

WARNING

Visit your Hardware Department or see the Power and
Hand Tools Catalog to purchase recommended
accessories for this power tool

TOOLS NEEDED FOR ASSEMBLY

TOOLS NEEDED

CARTON CONTENTS

WARNING

To avoid the risk of personal injury:
 Do not use adjustable (wobble) type dadoes or carbide

tipped dado blades; maximum dado width is 1/2" .
 Do not use a dado with a diameter larger than 6" .
 Do not use molding head set with this saw.
 Do not modify this power tool or use accessories not

recommended by Store.

UNPACKING AND CHECKING CONTENTS

Separate all parts from packing materials. Check each part
with the illustration on the next page and the "Table of
Loose Parts" to make certain all items are accounted for,
before discarding any packing material.

TABLE OF LOOSE PARTS

ITEM DESCRIPTION QUANTITY

A. Table saw assembly 1
B. Blade 1
C. Blade wrenches 2
D. Miter gauge 1
E. Hex key 1
F. Bolt, flat washer, toothed washer, 1 each

G. Blade guard and splitter 1
H. Rip fence 1
I. Rear table extension 1
J. Rear table extension tube 2
K. Location seat 4
L. Dome nuts 2
M. Hand wheels 2
N. Table extension 1
O. Dust collect elbow 1
P. Parallel washer hardware 1 each

Oval washer, spring washer

WARNING

If any part is missing or damaged, do not attempt to
assemble the table saw, plug in the power cord, or turn
the switch ON until the missing or damaged part is
obtained and is installed correctly.

STAND:
Q. Stand assembly 1
R. Hex. head bolts 4
S. Flat washers 4
T. Roller wheels 2
U. Square neck bolts 2
V. Nuts 2
W. Support rod 1

X. Batteries 2

NOTE: To make assembly easier, keep contents of box
together. Apply a coat of automobile wax to the table.
Wipe all parts thoroughly with a clean dry cloth. This will
reduce friction when pushing the workpiece. To avoid
injury, the styrofoam block should be removed between
the motor and the table.

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UNPACKING YOUR TABLE SAW

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Bevel angle

Pointer & scale

Overload reset
switch

Miter gauge
storage

KNOW YOUR TABLE SAW

The Front of Table Saw

Blade guard with LED lighting Table Insert

Miter gauge

Cutting line
indicator

Rip fence

Side table extension

Extension wing
locking lever

Blade tilting
handwheel

Fence storage

Stand handle

ON/OFF switch
with key

Support Rod

The Rear of Table Saw

Blade bevel
lock knob

Stand wheel

Blade elevation
handwheel

Lock lever

Stand hook

Cord wrap

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