Hitachi H 65 User Manual

DEMOLITION HAMMER
MODEL H 65

INSTRUCTION MANUAL

Note:

Before using this HITACHI Demolition Hammer, carefully read through this
INSTRUCTION MANUAL to ensure efficient, safe operation. It is
recommended that this INSTRUCTION MANUAL be kept readily available as
an important reference when using this power tool.

We sincerely thank you for selecting a HITACHI POWER TOOL. To operate this power tool
safely and efficiently, please read this INSTRUCTION MANUAL carefully to get a good
understanding of the precautions in operation, capacity of the power tool, use and the like.

IMPORTANT INFORMATION: SAFETY RULES FOR THE POWER TOOL

WARNING: When using the power tool, following basic safety precautions should always

be followed to reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, and personal injury.

READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS

1. KEEP WORK AREA CLEAN. Cluttered areas and benches invite injuries.

2. CONSIDER WORK AREA ENVIRONMENT.

Don’t expose power tools to rain.
Don’t use power tools in damp or wet locations.
Keep work area well lit.
Don’t use the power tool in presence of flammable liquids or gases.
Power tools produce sparks during operation. They also spark when switching ON/
OFF. Never use power tools in dangerous sites containing lacquer, paint, benzine,
thinner, gasoline, gases, adhesive agents, and other materials which are combustible
or explosive.

3. GUARD AGAINST ELECTRIC SHOCK. Prevent body contact with grounded surfaces.

For example: pipes, radiators, ranges refrigerator enclosures.

4. KEEP VISITORS OR CHILDREN AWAY. Do not let visitors or children contact the power

tool or extension cord. All visitors or children should be kept away from work area.

5. STORE IDLE POWER TOOLS. When not in use, power tools should be stored in dry,

and high or locked-up place-out of reach of children.

6. DON’T FORCE THE POWER TOOL. It will do the job better and safer at the rate for

which it was intended.

7. USE RIGHT POWER TOOLS. Don’t force a small power tool or attachment to do the job

of a heavy-duty tool. Don’t use the power tool for purpose not intended - for example ­don’t use circular saw for cutting tree limbs or logs.

8. DRESS PROPERLY. Do not wear loose clothes or accessories. They can be caught in

moving parts.
Rubber gloves and non-skid footwear are recommended when working outdoors.
Wear protective hair covering to contain long hair.

9. USE SAFETY GLASSES. All persons in the area where power tools are being operated

should also wear safety eye protectors, and face or dust masks if cutting operation is
dusty.

10. DON’T ABUSE CORD. Never carry power tools by cord or yank the cord to disconnect

the power tool from receptacle. Keep the cord from heat, oil and sharp edges.

11. DON’T OVERREACH. Keep proper footing and balance at all times.

12. MAINTAIN POWER TOOLS WITH CARE. Keep power tools sharp and clean for better

and safer performance.
Follow instructions for lubricating and changing accessories.
Inspect tool cords periodically and if damaged, have repaired by the authorized service
center.

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Inspect extension cords periodically and replace them if damaged.
Keep handles dry, clean, and free from oil and grease.

13. DISCONNECT POWER TOOLS. When not in use, before servicing, and when changing

accessories, such as blades, bits, cutters.

14. REMOVE ADJUSTING KEYS AND WRENCHES. Form habit of checking to see that keys

and adjusting wrenches are removed from the power tool before turning it on.

15. AVOID UNINTENTIONAL STARTING. Don’t carry a plugged-in the power tool with finger

on switch. Be sure switch is off when plugging in.

16. OUTDOOR USE EXTENSION CORDS. When the power tool is used outdoors, use only

extension cords intended for use outdoors and so marked.

17. STAY ALERT. Watch what you are doing. Use common sense. Do not operate the power

tool when you are tired.

18. CHECK DAMAGED PARTS. Before use of the power tool, a guard or other part should

be carefully checked to determine that it will operate properly and perform its intended
function. Check the alignment of moving parts, binding of moving parts, breakage of
parts, mounting, and any other conditions that may affect its operation. A guard or
other part that is damaged should be properly repaired or replaced by an authorized
service center unless otherwise indicated elsewhere in this instruction manual.
Have defective switches replaced by an authorized service center.
Do not use the power tool if switch does not turn it on and off.

19. AVOID USING A POWER TOOL FOR APPLICATIONS OTHER THAN THOSE SPECIFIED.

Never use the power tool for applications other than those specified in this instruction
manual.

20. ENSURE SAFE OPERATION THROUGH CORRECT HANDLING. Secure safe operation

through correct handling by observing the instructions described herein.
Do not employ accessories other than those specified herein; otherwise, a hazardous
condition may be created.
Never allow the power tool to be used by persons not familiar with correct handling
(such as chidren) or by those who are not familiar with the power tool.

21. CONFIRM THAT NO ITEMS SUCH AS AN ELECTRIC CABLE OR CONDUIT ARE BURIED
INSIDE. In places where electric wiring may be hidden behind a wall, floor, ceiling, etc.

do not hold or contact any metal parts of the poweer tool. In such cases, metal parts
could become electrically live and present a serious shock hazard.

22. KEEP THE RIGHT PARTS IN THE RIGHT POSITIONS. Do not remove covers and screws
which have been factory-mounted. They perform important respective roles. Keep them
in the original positions.

23. SECURELY MOUNT ACCESSORIES AND BLADES TO THE POWER TOOL MAIN BODY.

Extra care must be taken when using the power tool on elevated location (such as a
roof ladder, scaffold, or the like) to prevent injury to someone underneath in the event
the power tool and/or accessory should drop.

24. ALWAYS KEEP THE MOTOR AIR VENT FULLY OPENED. A constantly open motor air
vent is necessary to allow air to come in and out for cooling the motor. Do not allow it
to become clogged up, even if dust is blown through it.

25. OPERATE THE POWER TOOL AT THE RATED VOLTAGE. Operate the power tool at
voltages specified on its nameplate.

26. NEVER TOUCH THE MOVING PARTS. Never touch the moving parts such as blades,
bits, cutters and others.

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27. STOP OPERATION IMMEDIATELY IF ANY ABNORMALITY IS DETECTED. Should the

power tool be detected as out of order or should other abnormalities be observed
during operation, stop using the power tool immediately.

28. NEVER LEAVE THE POWER TOOL RUNNING UNATTENDED. TURN POWER OFF. Don’t

leave the power tool until it comes to a complete stop.

29. CAREFULLY HANDLE THE POWER TOOL. Should the power tool be dropped or struck

against hard materials inadvertently, it may be deformed, cracked, or damaged.

30. DO NOT WIPE PLASTIC PARTS WITH SOLVENT. Solvents such as gasoline, thinner,

benzine, carbon tetrachloride, and alcohol damage and crack plastic parts. Do not wipe
them with such solvents. Wipe plastic parts with a soft cloth lightly dampened with
soapy water.

31. WHEN REPLACING A COMPONENT PART, ADOPT THE SAME TYPE. When replacing a

component part with a new one, adopt the same type of new part. Also, never attempt
to repair the power tool yourself. Bring it to an authorized service center for repair.

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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