Hitachi CG36DA, CG36DTA Handling Instructions Manual

CG 36DA • CG 36DA(L) • CG 36DTA • CG 36DTA(L)

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Handling instructions

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SYMBOLS

WARNING
The following show symbols used for the machine.

Be sure that you understand their meaning before
use.

CG36DA / CG36DA (L) / CG36DTA / CG36DTA (L):
Cordless Grass Trimmer

To reduce the risk of injury, user must read
instruction manual.

Always wear eye protection.

Always wear hearing protection.

Do not expose to moisture.

Keep bystanders away.

Remove battery before adjusting or cleaning
and before leaving the machine unattended for
any period.

It is important that you read, fully understand and
observe the following safety precautions and
warnings. Careless or improper use of the unit may
cause serious or fatal injury.

Read, understand and follow all warnings and
instructions in this manual and on the unit.

Prohibited action

Always wear eye, head and ear protectors when
using this unit.

Keep all children, bystanders and helpers
15 m away from the unit. If anyone approaches
you, stop the unit and cutting attachment
immediately.

Be careful of thrown objects.

Shows maximum shaft speed. Do not use the

Max

cutting attachment whose max rpm is below the

-1

8,000 min

shaft rpm.

Gloves should be worn when necessary, e.g.,
when assembling cutting equipment.

Use anti-slip and sturdy footwear.

Blade thrust may occur when the spinning
blade contacts a solid object in the critical area.
A dangerous reaction may occur causing the
entire unit and operator to be thrust violently.
This reaction is called blade thrust. As a result,
the operator may lose control of the unit which
may cause serious or fatal injury. Blade thrust is
more likely to occur in areas where it is diffi cult
to see the material to be cut.

Power button

WHAT IS WHAT? (Fig. 1)

A: Lever: Trigger for activating the unit.
B: Lock lever: Lever that prevents the accidental operation

of the trigger.
C: Motor: Battery-driven, disk-shaped motor.
D: Cover: Protects operator from fl ying debris.
E: Battery: Power source to drive the unit.
F: Power button: Button for switching the units power unit's

power ON or OFF.
G: Speed dial: Dial for adjusting the speed of the motor.
H: Handle right: Handle with lever located on the right side

of the unit.
I: Handle left: Handle located on the left side of the unit.
J: Handle fi xture: Secures the handle to the unit.
K: Hang: Used for attaching a shoulder or hanger belt to the

unit.
L: Fixing lever
M: Loop handle
N: Shoulder belt: Harness with release mechanism for

combined use with battery.
O: Charger: For charging the battery.

GENERAL POWER TOOL SAFETY
WARNINGS

WARNING

Read all safety warnings and all instructions.

Failure to follow the warnings and instructions may result in
electric shock, fi re and/or serious injury.

Save all warnings and instructions for future reference.

The term “power tool” in the warnings refers to your mains­operated (corded) power tool or battery-operated (cordless)
power tool.

1) Work area safety

a) Keep work area clean and well lit.

Cluttered or dark areas invite accidents.

b) Do not operate power tools in explosive

atmospheres, such as in the presence of
fl ammable liquids, gases or dust.

Power tools create sparks which may ignite the dust

or fumes.

c) Keep children and bystanders away while

operating a power tool.

Distractions can cause you to lose control.

2) Electrical safety

a) Power tool plugs must match the outlet.

Never modify the plug in any way.

Do not use any adapter plugs with earthed

(grounded) power tools.

Unmodifi ed plugs and matching outlets will reduce

risk of electric shock.

b) Avoid body contact with earthed or grounded

surfaces, such as pipes, radiators, ranges and
refrigerators.

There is an increased risk of electric shock if your

body is earthed or grounded.

c) Do not expose power tools to rain or wet

conditions.

Water entering a power tool will increase the risk of

electric shock.

d) Do not abuse the cord. Never use the cord for

carrying, pulling or unplugging the power tool.

Keep cord away from heat, oil, sharp edges or

moving parts.

Damaged or entangled cords increase the risk of

electric shock.

e) When operating a power tool outdoors, use an

extension cord suitable for outdoor use.

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Use of a cord suitable for outdoor use reduces the

risk of electric shock.

f) If operating a power tool in a damp location

is unavoidable, use a residual current device
(RCD) protected supply.

Use of an RCD reduces the risk of electric shock.

3) Personal safety
a) Stay alert, watch what you are doing and use

common sense when operating a power tool.

Do not use a power tool while you are tired

or under the infl uence of drugs, alcohol or
medication.

A moment of inattention while operating power tools

may result in serious personal injury.

b) Use personal protective equipment. Always

wear eye protection.

Protective equipment such as dust mask, non-skid

safety shoes, hard hat, or hearing protection used for
appropriate conditions will reduce personal injuries.

c) Prevent unintentional starting. Ensure the

switch is in the off position before connecting to
power source and/or battery pack, picking up or
carrying the tool.

Carrying power tools with your fi nger on the switch

or energising power tools that have the switch on
invites accidents.

d) Remove any adjusting key or wrench before

turning the power tool on.

A wrench or a key left attached to a rotating part of

the power tool may result in personal injury.

e) Do not overreach. Keep proper footing and

balance at all times.

This enables better control of the power tool in

unexpected situations.

f) Dress properly. Do not wear loose clothing or

jewellery. Keep your hair, clothing and gloves
away from moving parts.

Loose clothes, jewellery or long hair can be caught in

moving parts.

g) If devices are provided for the connection of

dust extraction and collection facilities, ensure
these are connected and properly used.

Use of dust collection can reduce dust related

hazards.

4) Power tool use and care
a) Do not force the power tool. Use the correct

power tool for your application.

The correct power tool will do the job better and safer

at the rate for which it was designed.

b) Do not use the power tool if the switch does not

turn it on and off .

Any power tool that cannot be controlled with the

switch is dangerous and must be repaired.

c) Disconnect the plug from the power source and/

or the battery pack from the power tool before
making any adjustments, changing accessories,
or storing power tools.

Such preventive safety measures reduce the risk of

starting the power tool accidentally.

d) Store idle power tools out of the reach of

children and do not allow persons unfamiliar
with the power tool or these instructions to
operate the power tool.

Power tools are dangerous in the hands of untrained

users.

e) Maintain power tools. Check for misalignment

or binding of moving parts, breakage of parts
and any other condition that may aff ect the
power toolʼs operation.

If damaged, have the power tool repaired before

use.

Many accidents are caused by poorly maintained

power tools.

f) Keep cutting tools sharp and clean.

Properly maintained cutting tools with sharp cutting

edges are less likely to bind and are easier to control.

g) Use the power tool, accessories and tool bits

etc. in accordance with these instructions,
taking into account the working conditions and
the work to be performed.

Use of the power tool for operations diff erent from

those intended could result in a hazardous situation.

5) Battery tool use and care

a) Recharge only with the charger specifi ed by the

manufacturer.

A charger that is suitable for one type of battery pack

may create a risk of fi re when used with another
battery pack.

b) Use power tools only with specifi cally

designated battery packs.

Use of any other battery packs may create a risk of

injury and fi re.

c) When battery pack is not in use, keep it away

from other metal objects, like paper clips, coins,
keys, nails, screws or other small metal objects,
that can make a connection from one terminal to
another.

Shorting the battery terminals together may cause

burns or a fi re.

d) Under abusive conditions, liquid may be ejected

from the battery; avoid contact. If contact
accidentally occurs, fl ush with water. If liquid
contacts eyes, additionally seek medical help.

Liquid ejected from the battery may cause irritation or

burns.

6) Service

a) Have your power tool serviced by a qualifi ed

repair person using only identical replacement
parts.

This will ensure that the safety of the power tool is

maintained.

PRECAUTION
Keep children and infi rm persons away.
When not in use, tools should be stored out of reach of
children and infi rm persons.

GRASS TRIMMER SAFETY
WARNINGS

IMPORTANT
READ CAREFULLY BEFORE USE
KEEP FOR FUTURE REFERENCE

Safe operation practices

● Training

a) Read the instructions carefully. Be familiar with the

controls and the correct use of the machine.

b) Never allow people unfamiliar with these instructions

or children to use the machine. Local regulations can
restrict the age of the operator.

c) Keep in mind that the operator or user is responsible for

accidents or hazards occurring to other people or their
property.

● Preparation

a) Before use check the supply and extension cord for

signs of damage or aging. If the cord becomes damaged
during use, disconnect the cord from the supply
immediately.

DO NOT TOUCH THE CORD BEFORE

DISCONNECTING THE SUPPLY.

Do not use the machine if the cord is damaged or worn.

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b) Before use, always visually inspect the machine for

damaged, missing or misplaced guards or shields.

c) Never operate the machine while people, especially

children, or pets are nearby.

d) Never replace nylon head with metalic cutting means.

● Operation

a) Wear eye protection, stout shoes and long trousers at all

times while operating the machine.

b) Avoid using the machine in bad weather conditions

especially when there is a risk of lightning.

c) Use the machine only in daylight or good artifi cial light.
d) Never operate the machine with damaged guards or

shields or without guards or shields in place.

e) Switch on the motor only when the hands and feet are

away from the cutting means.

f) Always disconnect the machine from the power supply

(i.e. remove the plug from the mains or remove the
disabling device)
– whenever the machine is left unattended;
– before clearing a blockage;
– before checking, cleaning or working on the machine;
– after striking a foreign object;
– whenever the machine starts vibrating abnormally.

g) Take care against injury to feet and hands from the

cutting means.

h) Always ensure that the ventilation openings are kept

clear of debris.

i) Never modify the unit/machine in any way. Do not use

your unit/machine for any job except that for which it is
intended.

● Maintenance, transport and storage

a) Disconnect the machine from the power supply (i.e.

remove the plug from the mains or remove the disabling
device) before carrying out maintenance or cleaning
work.

b) Use only the manufacturer’s recommended

replacement parts and accessories.

c) Inspect and maintain the machine regularly. Have the

machine repaired only by an authorized repairer.

d) When not in use, store the machine out of the reach of

children.

e) When transporting in a vehicle or storage, cover blade

with blade cover.

PRECAUTIONS FOR CORDLESS
GRASS TRIMMER

WARNING

1. Exercise patience in all work with the tool. And dress
properly to keep warm.

2. Plan all work ahead to prevent accidents.

3. Do not operate the tool at night or under bad weather
conditions when visibility is poor. And do not operate the
tool when it is raining or right after it has been raining.

Working on slippery ground could lead to an accident if

you lose your balance.

4. Inspect the nylon head before starting work.

Do not use the tool if the nylon head is cracked, scarred

or bent.

Make sure the nylon head is properly attached. A nylon

head that falls apart or comes loose during operation
could cause an accident.

5. Be sure to attach the cover before starting work.

Operating the tool without this parts could lead to injury.

6. Be sure to attach the loop handle before starting work.
Make sure it is not loose but properly attached before
starting work. Hold the loop handle fi rmly during work
and do not swing the tool around, but use the correct
posture and maintain your balance.

Losing your balance during work could lead to an injury.

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7. Take care when starting the motor.
Place the tool on level ground.
Do not operate the tool within 15 m of people or animals.
Make sure that the nylon head does not come into

contact with the ground or trees and plants.

A careless start could lead to injury.

8. Do not secure the lock lever.
Accidentally pulling back the lever could lead to

unexpected injury.

9. Before leaving the tool, press the power button to turn it
off .

10. Operate the tool with care near electric cables, gas pipes
and similar installations.

11. Look out for and remove empty cans, wire, stones or
other obstacles before starting work. And do not work
near tree roots or rocks.

Working in such areas could damage the nylon head or

lead to injury.

12. Never touch the nylon head during operation.

Also make sure it does not come into contact with your

hair, clothes, etc.

13. In the following situations, turn off the motor and check
that the nylon head has stopped rotating.

To move to another work area.
To remove rubbish or grass that has become stuck in the

tool.

To remove from the work area obstacles or the rubbish,

grass and chips generated by trimming.

To lay down the tool.
Doing this with the nylon head still rotating could lead to

unexpected accidents.

14. Do not use the tool within 15 m of another person.

When you work with someone else, maintain a distance

of more than 15 m.

Flying chips could lead to unexpected accidents.
When working on unstable surfaces like slopes, make

sure that your co-worker is not exposed to any hazards.

Use whistles or other means for calling the attention of

your co-workers.

15. When grass and other objects become entangled in the
nylon head, turn off the motor and make sure the nylon
head has stopped rotating before removing them.

Removing objects from the nylon head when it is still

rotating will lead to injury.

Continuing operation when foreign matter is stuck in the

nylon head may lead to damage.

16. If the tool is operating poorly and produces strange noise
or vibrations, turn off the motor immediately and ask your
dealer to have it inspected and repaired.

Continued use under these conditions could lead to

injury or tool damage.

17. If you drop or bump the tool, inspect it carefully to check
there is no damage, cracks or deformation.

Using a tool that is damaged, cracked or deformed could

result in injury.

18. Secure the tool during vehicle transport to ensure that it
lies still.

Failure to heed this warning may result in an accident.

19. This product contains a strong permanent magnet in the
motor.

Observe the following precautions regarding adhering of

chips to the tool and the eff ect of the permanent magnet
on electronic devices.

20. Do not use the product if the tool or the battery terminals
(battery mount) are deformed.

Installing the battery could cause a short circuit that

could result in smoke emission or ignition.

21. Keep the tool’s terminals (battery mount) free of swarf
and dust.

○ Prior to use, make sure that swarf and dust have not

collected in the area of the terminals.

○ During use, try to avoid swarf or dust on the tool from

falling on the battery.