Hitachi CL 14 DSL [11/34] 2 particular cautions for stud cutter

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(9) Do not attempt to disassemble the storage battery or the charger.

Special devices, such as a thermostat, are built into the storage battery and charger to

permit rapid charging. Incorrect parts replacement and/or wiring will cause malfunctions

which could result in fire or other hazards. Instruct the customer to bring these units to an

authorized service center in the event repair or replacement is necessary.

(10) Disposal of the storage batteries

Ensure that all customers understand that storage batteries should be turned into any Hitachi

Power Tool sales outlet or authorized service center when they are no longer capable of

being recharged or repaired. If thrown into a fire, the batteries may explode, or, if discarded

indiscriminately, leakage of the cadmium compound contained in the battery may cause

environmental pollution.

B. Caution Plate

(1) The following cautions are listed on the caution plate attached to the Type BSL 1430

storage battery.

7-2. Particular Cautions for Stud Cutter

(1) When operating the switch, carefully ensure that fingers are kept away from the cutters.

To enhance safe operation, the Model CL 14DSL is provided with a cover for the moving

portion of the cutters, a housing shaped so that fingers are kept away from the cutters, a

switch without a stopper, and other safety features. However, the opening to the cutters

must be exposed to permit operation. Should the switch be turned on inadvertently

when the fingers are carelessly near the cutters during replacement or cleaning of the

cutters, while carrying the tool, or at any other time, serious injury could result. The

customers should be cautioned to keep fingers away from the cutters whenever the

storage battery is installed in the tool.

(2) The Model CL 14DSL is designed for cutting mild steel studs. If the tool is used for

cutting brass or stainless steel studs, the threads of the studs will be deformed so that

nuts cannot be applied. In addition, as use of the tool to cut hardened bolts, different-

sized studs, reinforcing rods, etc. will cause damage to the main body, the customers

should be cautioned never attempt to use the tool for such purposes.

(3) Carefully ensure that replacement cutters are appropriate for the stud sizes. As use of

wrong-sized cutters will cause damage to the studs and/or cutter blades, the customers

should be cautioned to ensure that correct cutters are used.

(4) Perform cutting only after confirming that the threads of the stud cutter properly engage

the threads of the stud. If the threads are not properly engaged, damage to the threads

of the stud during cutting may make the stud unusable, and/or the cutter blade may be

damaged.

(5) If the cutters are not mounted in the proper direction, or if the fastening hexagon socket

head bolts are not properly tightened, it will cause damage to the cutters and the main

body of the tool. Instruct the customer to ensure that the cutters are properly mounted.