ModelVariable speedCordless Angle Drill
ModèlePerceuse d'angle à batterie
ModeloTaladro angular a batería
DN 12DY
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 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.
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IMPORTANT INFORMATION ............................. 3
Read and understand all of the safety precautions, warnings and operating instructions in
the Instruction Manual before operating or maintaining this power tool.
Most accidents that result from power tool operation and maintenance are caused by the
failure to observe basic safety rules or precautions. An accident can often be avoided by
recognizing a potentially hazardous situation before it occurs, and by observing appropriate
safety procedures.
Basic safety precautions are outlined in the “SAFETY” section of this Instruction Manual and
in the sections which contain the operation and maintenance instructions.
Hazards that must be avoided to prevent bodily injury or machine damage are identified by
WARNINGS on the power tool and in this Instruction Manual.
NEVER use this power tool in a manner that has not been specifically recommended by
HITACHI.
MEANINGS OF SIGNAL WORDS
WARNING indicates a potentially hazardous situations which, if ignored, could result in
death or serious injury.
CAUTION indicates a potentially hazardous situations which, if not avoided, may result in
minor or moderate injury, or may cause machine damage.
NOTE emphasizes essential information.
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SAFETY
GENERAL SAFETY RULES – FOR ALL BATTERY OPERATED TOOLS
WARNING: Read and understand all instructions.
Failure to follow all instructions listed below, may result in electric shock,
fire and/or serious personal injury.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
1.Work Area
(1) Keep your work area clean and well lit. Cluttered benches and dark areas invite
accidents.
(2) Do not operate power tools in explosive atmospheres, such as in the presence of
flammable liquids, gases, or dust. Power tools create sparks which may ignite the
dust of fumes.
(3) Keep bystanders children, and visitors away while operating a power tool.
Distractions can cause you to lose control.
2.Electrical Safety
(1) A battery operated tool with integral batteries or a separate battery pack must be
recharged only with the specified charger for the battery.
A charger that may be suitable for one type of battery may create a risk of fire when
used with another battery.
(2) Use battery operated tool only with specifically designed battery pack.
Use of any other batteries may create a risk of fire.
3.Personal Safety
(1) Stay alert, watch what you are doing and use common sense when operating a
power tool. Do not use tool while tired or under the influence of drugs, alcohol, or
medication. A moment of inattention while operating power tools may result in
serious personal injury.
(2) Dress properly. Do not wear loose clothing or jewelry. Contain long hair. Keep your
hair, clothing and gloves away from moving parts. Loose clothes, jewelry, or long
hair can be caught in moving parts.
(3) Avoid accidental starting. Be sure switch is in the locked or off position before
inserting battery pack. Carrying tools with your finger on the switch or inserting the
battery pack into a tool that have the switch on invites accidents.
(4) Remove adjusting keys or wrenches before turning the tool on. A wrench or a key
that is left attached to a rotating part of the tool may result in personal injury.
(5) Do not overreach. Keep proper footing and balance at all times. Proper footing and
balance enable better control of the tool in unexpected situations.
shoes, hard hat, or hearing protection must be used for appropriate conditions.
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4.Tool Use and Care
(1) Use clamps or other practical way to secure and support the workpiece to a stable
platform. Holding the work by hand or against your body is unstable and may lead
to loss of control.
(2) Do not force tool. Use the correct tool for your application. The correct tool will do
the job better and safer at the rate for which it is designed.
(3) Do not use tool if switch does not turn it on or off. A tool that cannot be controlled
with the switch is dangerous and must be repaired.
(4) Disconnect battery pack from tool or place the switch in the locked or off position
before making any adjustments, changing accessories, or storing the tools. Such
preventive safety measures reduce the risk of starting the tool accidentally.
(5) Store idle tools out of reach of children and other untrained persons. Tools are
dangerous in the hands of untrained users.
(6) 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 sparks, burns, or a fire.
(7) Maintain tools with care. Keep cutting tools sharp and clean. Properly maintained
tools, with sharp cutting edges are less likely to bind and are easier to control.
(8) Check for misalignment or binding of moving parts, breakage of parts, and any
other condition that may affect the tool’s operation. If damaged, have the tool
serviced before using. Many accidents are caused by poorly maintained tools.
(9) Use only accessories that are recommended by the manufacturer for your model.
Accessories that may be suitable for one tool may create a risk of injury when used
on another tool.
5.Service
(1) Tool service must be performed only by qualified repair personnel. Service or
maintenance performed by unqualified personnel could result in a risk of injury.
(2) When servicing a tool, use only identical replacement parts. Follow instructions in
the Maintenance section of this manual. Use of unauthorized parts or failure to
follow Maintenance Instruction may create a risk of shock or injury.
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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 and cement and other masonry products, and
● 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 those dust masks that are specially designed to filter
out microscopic particles.
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SPECIFIC SAFETY RULES AND SYMBOLS
1. Hold tools by insulated gripping surfaces when performing an operation where the
cutting tool may contact hidden wiring. Contact with a “live” wire will make exposed
metal parts of the tool “live” and shock the operator.
2. ALWAYS wear ear plugs when using the tool for extended periods.
Prolonged exposure to high intensity noise can cause hearing loss.
3. NEVER place hands or other body parts near the drill bit or chuck during operation. Hold
the drill by its handle only.
4. Because the cordless angle drill operates by battery power, be aware of the fact that it
can begin to operate at any time.
5. When working at elevated locations, clear the area of all other people and be aware of
conditions below you.
6. NEVER touch moving parts.
NEVER place your hands, fingers or other body parts near the tool’s moving parts.
7. NEVER operate without all guards in place.
NEVER operate this tool without all guards or safety features in place and in proper
working order. If maintenance or servicing requires the removal of a guard or safety
feature, be sure to replace the guard or safety feature before resuming operation of the
tool.
8. Use right tool.
Don’t force small tool or attachment to do the job of a heavy-duty tool.
Don’t use tool for purpose not intended —for example— don’t use circular saw for
cutting tree limbs or logs.
9. NEVER use a power tool for applications other than those specified.
NEVER use a power tool for applications other than those specified in the Instruction
Manual.
10. Handle tool correctly.
Operate the tool according to the instructions provided herein. Do not drop or throw the
tool. NEVER allow the tool to be operated by children, individuals unfamiliar with its
operation or unauthorized personnel.
11. Keep all screws, bolts and covers tightly in place.
Keep all screws, bolts, and plates tightly mounted. Check their condition periodically.
12. Do not use power tools if the plastic housing or handle is cracked.
Cracks in the tool’s housing or handle can lead to electric shock. Such tools should not
be used until repaired.
13. Blades and accessories must be securely mounted to the tool.
Prevent potential injuries to yourself or others. Blades, cutting implements and accessories
which have been mounted to the tool should be secure and tight.
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14. NEVER use a tool which is defective or operating abnormally.
If the tool appears to be operating unusually, making strange noises, or otherwise
appears defective, stop using it immediately and arrange for repairs by a Hitachi
authorized service center.
15. Carefully handle power tools.
Should a power tool be dropped or struck against hard materials inadvertently, it may
be deformed, cracked, or damaged.
16. Do not wipe plastic parts with solvent.
Solvents such as gasoline, thinner benzine, carbon tetrachloride, and alcohol may
damage and crack plastic parts. Do not wipe them with such solvents.
Wipe plastic parts with a soft cloth lightly dampened with soapy water and dry
thoroughly.
17. ALWAYS wear eye protection that meets the requirement of the latest revision of ANSI
Standard Z87.1.
18. Definitions for symbols used on this tool
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V
—
---
no
---/min
volts
...........
direct current
..........
no load speed
...
revolutions per minute
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
FOR BATTERY CHARGER
1.This manual contains important safety and operating instructions for battery charger
Model UC12SD, UC14YF2, UC14YFA and UC24YFA.
2.Before using battery charger, read all instructions and cautionary markings on (1)
battery charger, (2) battery, and (3) product using battery.
3.<UC12SD>
To reduce risk of injury, charge HITACHI rechargeable battery type EB1212S. Other type
of batteries may burst causing personal injury an damage.
<UC14YF2, UC14YFA>
To reduce risk of injury, charge HITACHI rechargeable battery types EB7 series, EB9
series, EB12 series, EB14 series. Other type of batteries may burst causing personal
injury and damage.
<UC24YFA>
To reduce risk of injury, charge HITACHI rechargeable battery types EB7 series, EB9
series, EB12 series, EB14 series, EB18 series, and EB24B. Other type of batteries may
burst causing personal injury and damage.
4.Do not expose battery charger to rain or snow.
5.Use of an attachment not recommended or sold by the battery charger manufacturer
may result in a risk of fire, electric shock, or injury to persons.
6.To reduce risk of damage to electric plug and cord, pull by plug when disconnecting
battery charger.
7.Make sure cord is located so that it will not be stepped on, tripped over, or otherwise
subjected to damage or stress.
8.An extension cord should not be used unless absolutely necessary. Use of improper
extension cord could result in a risk of fire and electric shock.
If extension cord must be used make sure:
a.That blades of extension cord are the same number, size, and shape as those of plug
on battery charger:
b. That extension cord is properly wired and in good electrical condition; and
c.That wire size is large enough for AC ampere rating of battery charger as specified
in Table 1.
Table 1
RECOMMENDED MINIMUM AWG SIZE FOR
EXTENSION CORDS FOR BATTERY CHARGERS
AC Input Rating Amperes*AWG Size of Cord
Equal to orbut lessLength of Cord, Feet (Meter)
greater thanthan25 (7.5)50 (15)100 (30) 150 (45)
0218181816
2318181614
3418181614
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*If the input rating of a battery charger is given in watts rather than in amperes, the
corresponding ampere rating is to be determined by dividing the wattage rating by the
voltage rating–for example:
1,250 watts
125 volts
9. Do not operate battery charger with damaged cord or plug-replace them immediately.
10. Do not operate battery charger if it has received a sharp blow, been dropped, or
otherwise damaged in any way; take it to a qualified serviceman.
11. Do not disassemble battery charger; take it to a qualified serviceman when service or
repair is required. Incorrect reassembly may result in a risk of electric shock or fire.
12. To reduce risk of electric shock, unplug charger from receptacle before attempting any
maintenance or cleaning. Removing the battery will not reduce this risk.
= 10 amperes
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS FOR USE OF
THE BATTERY AND BATTERY CHARGER
You must charge the battery before you can use the cordless angle drill. Before using the
model UC12SD, UC14YF2, UC14YFA or UC24YFA battery charger, be sure to read all
instructions and cautionary statements on it, the battery and in this manual.
REMEMBER:
<UC12SD>
USE ONLY HITACHI BATTERY TYPE EB1212S. OTHER TYPES OF BATTERIES MAY BURST
AND CAUSE INJURY!
<UC14YF2, UC14YFA>
USE ONLY HITACHI BATTERY TYPES EB7 SERIES, EB9 SERIES, EB12 SERIES, EB14 SERIES.
OTHER TYPES OF BATTERIES MAY BURST AND CAUSE INJURY!
<UC24YFA>
USE ONLY HITACHI BATTERY TYPES EB7 SERIES, EB9 SERIES, EB12 SERIES, EB14 SERIES,
EB18 SERIES AND EB24B. OTHER TYPES OF BATTERIES MAY BURST AND CAUSE INJURY!
Follow these instructions to avoid the risk of injury:
WARNING: Improper use of the battery or battery charger can lead to serious injury.
To avoid these injuries:
1. NEVERdisassemble the battery.
2. NEVERincinerate the battery, even if it is damaged or is completely worn out. The
battery can explode in a fire.
3. NEVERshort-circuit the battery.
4. NEVERinsert any objects into the battery charger’s air vents. Electric shock or
damage to the battery charger may result.
5. NEVERcharge outdoors. Keep the battery away from direct sunlight and use only
where there is low humidity and good ventilation.
6. NEVERcharge when the temperature is below 32°F (0°C) or above 104°F (40°C).
7. NEVERconnect two battery chargers together.
8. NEVERinsert foreign objects into the hole for the battery or the battery charger.
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9. NEVERuse a booster transformer when charging.
10. NEVERuse an engine generator or DC power to charge.
11. NEVERstore the battery or battery charger in places where the temperature may
reach or exceed 104°F (40°C).
12. ALWAYS operate charger on standard household electrical power (120 volts). Using
the charger on any other voltage may overheat and damage the charger.
13. ALWAYS wait at least 15 minutes between charges to avoid overheating the charger.
14. ALWAYS disconnect the power cord from its receptacle when the charger is not in use.
DISPOSAL OF THE EXHAUSTED BATTERY
WARNING: Do not dispose of the exhausted battery. The battery must explode if it
is incinerated. The product that you have purchased contains a
rechargeable battery. The battery is recyclable. At the end of it’s useful
life, under various state and local laws, it may be illegal to dispose of this
battery into the municipal waste stream. Check with your local solid
waste officials for details in your area for recycling options or proper
disposal.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
AND
MAKE THEM AVAILABLE TO
OTHER USERS
AND
OWNERS OF THIS TOOL!
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FUNCTIONAL DESCRIPTION
NOTE: The information contained in this Instruction Manual is designed to assist you in the
safe operation and maintenance of the power tool.
NEVER operate, or attempt any maintenance on the tool unless you have first read
and understood all safety instructions contained in this manual.
Some illustrations in this Instruction Manual may show details or attachments that
ModelUC12SDUC14YF2UC14YFAUC24YFA
Input power sourceSingle phase: AC120V 60 Hz
Charging time
(At a temperature of
68°F (20°C))
Charging voltageDC 12VDC 7.2 – 14.4V DC 7.2 – 14.4VDC 7.2 – 24V
Charging currentDC 1.55ADC 1.9ADC 2.6ADC 2.5A
Weight3.3 lbs (1.5 kg) 2.9 lbs (1.3 kg)1.3 lbs (0.6 kg)
NOTE: The charging time may vary according to temperature and power source voltage.
EB1212S…Approx. 45min.EB1212S…Approx. 30 min.
60 min.EB1220BL…Approx.EB1220BL…Approx. 50 min.
EB1212S…Approx.
60min.
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ASSEMBLY AND OPERATION
APPLICATIONS
䡬 Use as a drill
Drilling of soft steel, wood, plastic and aluminum materials.
䡬 Use as a screwdriver
Tightening and loosening of wood screws and tapping screws.
REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION METHOD OF BATTERY
䡬 How to install the battery.
Handle
Insert
Pull out
Battery
Push
Latch
Align the battery with the groove in tool handle
and slip it into place.
Always insert it all the way until it locks in place
with a little click, If not, it may accidentally fall
out of the tool, causing injury to you or
someone around you. (Fig. 3)
䡬 How to remove the battery.
Withdraw battery from the tool handle while
pressing the latch on the side of the battery.
(Fig. 3)
Fig. 3
CHARGING METHOD
NOTE: Before plugging into the receptacle, make sure the following points.
䡬 The power source voltage is stated on the nameplate.
䡬 The cord is not damaged.
WARNING: Do not charge at voltage higher than indicated on the nameplate.
If charged at voltage higher than indicated on the nameplate, the
charger will burn up.
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<UC12SD>
1. Insert the battery into the battery charger.
Battery
Pilot Lamp
Insert the battery into the battery charger as
shown in Fig. 4. Make sure it contacts the
bottom of the battery charger.
2. Insert the plug of battery charger into the
receptacle.
WARNING:
Do not use the electrical cord
if damaged. Have it repaired
immediately.
Fig. 4
3. Charging
䡬 When the plug of battery charger has been inserted into the receptacle, charging will
commence and the pilot lamp will light on.
NOTE: If the pilot lamp does not light, pull out the plug from the receptacle and check
if the battery is properly mounted.
䡬 In approx. one hour, when the battery is fully charged, the pilot lamp will go out.
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NOTE: The battery charging time becomes longer when a temperature is low or the
voltage of the power source is too low.
When the pilot lamp does not go off even if more than four hour has passed after
start of the charging, stop the charging and contact your HITACHI AUTHORIZED
SERVICE CENTER.
4. Disconnect battery charger from the receptacle.
CAUTION:
Do not pull the plug out of the receptacle by pulling on the cord.
Make sure to grasp the plug when removing from receptacle to avoid damaging cord.
5. Remove the battery from the battery charger.
Supporting the battery charger with hand, pull out the battery from the battery charger.
Regarding electric discharge in case of new batteries, etc.
As the internal chemical substance of new batteries and batteries that have not been
used for an extended period is not activated, the electric discharge might be low when
using them the first and second time. This is a temporary phenomenon, and normal time
required for recharging will be restored by recharging the batteries 2 – 3 times.
How to make the batteries perform longer.
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䡬 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.
䡬 Avoid recharging at high temperatures.
A rechargeable battery will be hot immediately after use. If such a battery is
recharged immediately after use, its internal chemical substance will deteriorate,
and the battery life will be shortened. Leave the battery and recharge it after it has
cooled for a while.
CAUTION:
䢇 When the battery charger has been continuously used, the battery charger will be
heated, thus constituting the cause of the failures. Once the charging has been
completed, give 15 minutes rest until the next charging.
䢇 If the battery is recharged when it is warm due to battery use or exposure to sunlight,
the pilot lamp may not light.
The battery will not be recharged. In such a case, let the battery cool before charging.
<UC14YF2/UC14YFA/UC24YFA>
Rechargeable battery
1. Insert the plug of battery charger into the
receptacle.
Hole for
connecting the
rechargeable
battery
Pilot lamp
When the plug of battery charger has been
inserted into the receptacle, pilot lamp will
blink in red. (At 1-second intervals)
WARNING:
Do not use the electrical cord
if damaged. Have it repaired
immediately.
UC14YF2
Rechargeable battery
Pilot lamp
UC14YFA, UC24YFA
Fig. 5
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2. Insert the battery to the battery charger.
䢇 If the batteries are inserted the wrong way,
Hole for
connecting the
rechargeable
battery
Insert the battery into the battery charger as
shown in Fig. 5. Make sure it contacts the
bottom of the battery charger.
CAUTION:
not only won’t they recharge, but they may
damage the charger by blowing the fuse or
deforming the terminals.
3. Charging
When the battery is connected to the battery charger, charging will commence and the
pilot lamp will light in red. (See Table 2)
NOTE: If the pilot lamp flickers in red, pull out the plug from the receptacle and check
if the battery is properly mounted.
When the battery is fully charged, the pilot lamp will blink in red slowly. (At 1-second
intervals) (See Table 2)
(1) Pilot lamp indication
The indications of the pilot lamp will be as shown in Table 2, according to the condition
of the charger or the rechargeable battery.
Table 2
Indications of the pilot lamp
Before
charging
Blinks
(RED)
Lights for 0.5 seconds. Does not light for
0.5 seconds. (off for 0.5 seconds)
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While
charging
Charging
complete
Charging
impossible
Charging
impossible
Lights
(RED)
Blinks
(RED)
Flickers
(RED)
Lights
(GREEN)
Lights continuously
Lights for 0.5 seconds. Does not light for
0.5 seconds. (off for 0.5 seconds)
Lights for 0.1 seconds. Does not light for
0.1 seconds. (off for 0.1 seconds)
Lights continuously
Malfunction in the battery or the
charger
The battery temperature is high,
making recharging impossible.
(2) Regarding the temperature of the rechargeable battery.
The temperatures for rechargeable batteries are as shown in the table below, and
batteries that have become hot should be cooled for a while before being recharged.
Table 3 Recharging of batteries that have become hot
Rechargeable batteries
EB1212S, EB1220BL
Temperatures at which the battery can be recharged
23°F—140°F
(–5°C—60°C)
4. Disconnect battery charger from the receptacle.
CAUTION:
Do not pull the plug out of the receptacle by pulling on the cord.
Make sure to grasp the plug when removing from receptacle to avoid damaging cord.
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5. Remove the battery from the battery charger.
Supporting the battery charger with hand, pull out the battery from the battery charger.
CAUTION:
䢇 When the battery charger has been continuously used, the battery charger will be
heated, thus constituting the cause of the failures. Once the charging has been
completed, give 15 minutes rest until the next charging.
䢇 If the battery is recharged when it is warm due to battery use or exposure to sunlight,
the pilot lamp may light in green.
The battery will not be recharged. In such a case, let the battery cool before charging.
䢇 When the pilot lamp flickers in red (at 0.2–second intervals), check for and take out any
foreign objects in the charger’s battery installation hole. If there are no foreign objects,
it is probable that the battery or charger is malfunctioning. Take it to your authorized
Service Center.
Regarding electric discharge in case of new batteries, etc.
As the internal chemical substance of new batteries and batteries that have not been
used for an extended period is not activated, the electric discharge might be low when
using them the first and second time. This is a temporary phenomenon, and normal time
required for recharging will be restored by recharging the batteries 2 – 3 times.
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.
(2) Avoid recharging at high temperatures.
A rechargeable battery will be hot immediately after use. If such a battery is
recharged immediately after use, its internal chemical substance will deteriorate,
and the battery life will be shortened. Leave the battery and recharge it after it has
cooled for a while.
BEFORE USE
Check the work area to make sure that it is clear of debris and clutter.
Clear the area of unnecessary personnel. Ensure that lighting and ventilation is adequate.
OPERATION
1. Mounting and dismounting the bit
(1) Mounting the bit.
Insert a screwdriver bit etc. into the keyless drill chuck.
Firmly grasp the ring and tighten the sleeve by turning it toward the right (in the
clockwise direction as viewed from the front). (See Fig.6)
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Tighten
Ring
Sleeve
NOTE: If the sleeve is tightened in a state where the clip of the keyless chuck is opened to
a maximum limit, a click noise may occur. This is the noise that occurs when the
loosening of the keyless chuck is prevented and is not a malfunction.
CAUTION: When mounting a bit into the keyless chuck, tighten firmly. If the sleeve is
Loosen
Fig. 6
not tight, the bit may slip or fall out, causing injury.
NOTE: If the sleeve becomes loose during
operation, tighten it further.
The tightening force becomes stronger
when the sleeve is tightened.
(2) Dismounting the bit.
Firmly grasp the ring and loosen the sleeve by
turning it toward the left (in the
counterclockwise direction as viewed from the
front). (See Fig.6)
2. Confirm that the battery is mounted correctly.
CAUTION: Install the battery properly.
If not installed properly, it may fall out of the power tool and cause danger.
3. Check the rotational direction
The bit rotates clockwise (viewed from the rear side) by pushing the R-side of the selector
button.
The L-side of the selector button is pushed to turn the bit counterclockwise. (See Fig. 7).
(The
andRmarks are provided on the body.)
L
Indication
R
Push
Selector
Button
[Clockwise]
[CounterClockwise]
Fig. 7
L
Push
Indication
4. Switch operation
䡬 When the switch trigger is depressed, the tool rotates. When the trigger is released,
the tool stops.
䡬 The rotational speed can be controlled by varying the amount that the switch trigger
is pulled. Speed is low when the switch trigger is pulled slightly and increases as the
switch trigger is pulled more.
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NOTE: A buzzing noise is produced when the motor is about to rotate; this is only a noise,
not a machine failure.
5. To use for drilling metal
䡬 In case you drill metal with an iron-working drill bit, apply in advance a center punch
in the drilling position. You can drill metal stably since the point of the drill bit does
not slip.
䡬 If you apply sewing machine oil or soapy water to the drill bit with a brush or an old
tooth brush, the drill bit will last long.
䡬 When drilling a hole, it cannot be drilled more rapidly by applying more than the
required force. On the contrary, the edge of the drill bit will be damaged. This will
decrease operational efficiency and shorten the life of this POWER TOOL.
CAUTION:
䢇 The motor rotation may be locked to cease while the Cordless angle drill is used as a
drill. The motor must be burnt or the battery life must remarkably be reduced when the
locked condition is continued for several seconds.
䢇 Drilling a hole in the metal exerts considerable force on the edge of the hole so that the
drill bit may slip from the keyless chuck. If this happens, decrease the pushing pressure
on the Cordless angle drill so that the drill bit does not slip.
䢇 While operating the Cordless angle drill, take care not to lock the motor. If the motor
is locked, immediately turn the power off.
䢇 Do tighten too strongly as the screw heads will be damaged.
䢇 When pressing the tool against the object to be drilled, take care not to touch the
keyless chuck with your hands.
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MAINTENANCE AND INSPECTION
CAUTION: Pull out battery before doing any inspection or maintenance.
1. Checking the condition of the bit.
The bits should be checked regularly. If worn or broken bits can slip or decrease the
efficiency of the motor and burn it out.
Replace worn bits with new ones.
CAUTION: If you use a driver bit of which point is worn or broken, it will be dangerous
since it slips. So replace it with a new one.
2. Check the Screws
Loose screws are dangerous. Regularly inspect them and make sure they are tight.
CAUTION: Using this power tool with loosened screws is extremely dangerous.
3. Check for Dust
Dust may be removed with a soft cloth or a cloth dampened with soapy water.
Do not use bleach, chlorine, gasoline or thinner, for they may damage the plastics.
4. Storage
Storing in a place below 104°F (40°C) and out of the reach of children.
5. Service and repairs
All quality power tools will eventually require servicing or replacement of parts because
of wear from normal use. To assure that only authorized replacement parts will be used,
all service and repairs must be performed by a HITACHI AUTHORIZED SERVICE
CENTER, ONLY.
6. Service parts list
CAUTION: Repair, modification and inspection of Hitachi Power Tools must be carried
out by an Hitachi Authorized Service Center.
This Parts List will be helpful if presented with the tool to the Hitachi
Authorized Service Center when requesting repair or other maintenance. In
the operation and maintenance of power tools, the safety regulations and
standards prescribed in each country must be observed.
MODIFICATIONS:
Hitachi Power Tools are constantly being improved and modified to incorporate the latest
technological advancements.
Accordingly, some parts may be changed without prior notice.
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ACCESSORIES
WARNING: ALWAYS use Only authorized HITACHI replacement parts and
accessories. NEVER use replacement parts or accessories which are not
intended for use with this tool. Contact HITACHI if you are not sure
whether it is safe to use a particular replacement part or accessory with
your tool.
The use of any other attachment or accessory can be dangerous and
could cause injury or mechanical damage.
NOTE: Accessories are subject to change without any obligation on the part of the HITACHI.