Adjusting The Saw Prior To Use - Hitachi C 7ST Mode D'emploi

7. Check if lever (A) is tightened.
If the lever (A) to adjust cutting depth (Fig. 10) and angle of inclination (Fig. 11) are
loose, injury can result. Make sure that they are tightened securely.
8. Check performance of lower guard
WARNING:
see if it can move smoothly. If the saw blade is kept exposed injury can result.
The lower guard (refer to Fig. 8) serves to protect your body from coming into contact with
the saw blade. Make absolutely certain that the cover smoothly performs to cover the saw
blade. If the lower guard should not move smoothly, never use it without repairing it.
In such a case, get in touch with the store where you bought the circular saw or the
HITACHI Authorized Service Center for necessary repair.
9. Eye protection
When you use the tool, make certain that you wear eye protection.
10. Check if saw blade is tightened
Refer to [mounting and dismounting the saw blade] in Page 14, and make sure that the
flange bolt is tightened securely.

ADJUSTING THE SAW PRIOR TO USE

WARNING:
To avoid serious accidents, ensure the switch
is in OFF position, and disconnect the plug from
the receptacle.
1. Adjusting the cutting depth (Fig. 10)
WARNING:
If the lever (A) is loose, injury can result. Tighten
it securely after adjustment.
To adjust cutting depth, loosen the lever (A)
and, while holding the base with one hand,
move the main body up and down to obtain
the prescribed cutting depth. After adjusting to
the prescribed cutting depth, tighten the lever
(A) securely.
Make absolutely sure that the safety cover is not fixed. Also, check and
Loosen
Tighten
Lever (A)
Fig. 10
English
Base
11