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2. Grease replenishment
CAUTION:
Before replenishing the grease, turn the power off
and pull out the power plug.
(1) Remove the crank cover and wipe off the grease
inside. (Fig. 19)
(2) Supply 60 g of Hitachi Electric Hammer Grease A
(Standard accessory, contained in tube) to the crank
case.
(3) After replenishing the grease, install the crank cover
securely.
Fig. 19
NOTE:
The Hitachi Electric Hammer Grease A is of the low
viscosity type. If necessary purchase from an Hitachi
Authorized Service Center.
MAINTENANCE AND INSPECTION
1. Inspecting the tool
Since use of a dull tool will degrade efficiency and
cause possible motor malfunction, sharpen or
replace the tool as soon as abrasion is noted.
2. Inspecting the mounting screws
Regularly inspect all mounting screws and ensure
that they are properly tightened. Should any of the
screws be loose, retighten them immediately. Failure
to do so could result in serious hazard.
3. Maintenance of the motor
The motor unit winding is the very “heart” of the
power tool. Exercise due care to ensure the winding
does not become damaged and/or wet with oil or
water.
4. Inspecting the carbon brushes
For your continued safety and electrical shock
protection, carbon brush inspection and replacement
on this tool should ONLY be performed by a Hitachi
Authorized Service Center.
5. Replacing supply cord
If the supply cord of Tool is damaged, the Tool
must be returned to Hitachi Authorized Service
Center for the cord to be replaced.
6. Service parts list
CAUTION
Repair, modification and inspection of Hitachi Power
Tools must be carried out by a 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.
MODIFICATION
Hitachi Power Tools are constantly being improved
and modified to incorporate the latest technological
advancements.
Accordingly, some parts may be changed without
prior notice.
NOTE:
Due HITACHI’s continuing program of research and
development, the specifications herein are subject to
change without prior notice.
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