Hitachi CS 33EDT Handling Instructions Manual page 9

○ Always ensure that the engine is shut off and any cutting
attachments have completely stopped before clearing debris or
removing grass from the cutting attachment.
○ Always carry a fi rst-aid kit when operating any power equipment.
○ Never start or run the engine inside a closed room or building
and/or near the infl ammable liquid. Breathing exhaust fumes
can be fatal.
Maintenance safety
○ Maintain the unit/machine
procedures.
○ Disconnect the spark plug before performing maintenance
except for carburetor adjustments.
○ Keep others away when making carburetor adjustments.
○ Use only genuine HITACHI replacement parts as recommended
by the manufacturer.
CAUTION
Do not disassemble the recoil starter. There is a possibility of
personal injury with recoil spring.
WARNING
Improper maintenance could result in serious engine damage or
in serious personal injury.
Transport and storage
○ Carry the unit/machine by hand with the engine stopped and the
muffl er away from your body.
○ Allow the engine to cool, empty the fuel tank, and secure the
unit/machine before storing or transporting in a vehicle.
○ Empty the fuel tank before storing the unit/machine. It is
recommended that the fuel be emptied after each use. If fuel is
left in the tank, store so fuel will not leak.
○ Store unit/machine out of the reach of children.
○ Clean and maintain the unit carefully and store it in a dry place.
○ Make sure stop switch is off when transporting or storing.
○ When transporting or storage, cover chain with guide bar cover.
If situations occur which are not covered in this manual, take care
and use common sense. Contact Hitachi Authorized Service
Centers if you need assistance.
WARNING
KICKBACK DANGER (Fig. 1)
One of the most severe dangers when working with a chain saw is the
possibility of kickback. Kickback may occur when the upper tip of the
guide bar touches an object, or when the wood closes in and pinches
the saw chain in the cut. Tip contact in some cases may cause a
lightning fast reverse reaction, kicking the guide bar up and back toward
you. Pinching the saw chain along the top of the guide bar may also
push the guide bar rapidly back towards you. Either of these reactions
may cause you to lose control of the chain saw which could result in
serious personal injury. Even though your chain saw has safety built
into its design, you should not rely on these safety features exclusively.
Know where your guide bar tip is at all times. Kickback does occur if
you allow the kickback zone (1) of the guide bar to touch an object. Do
not use that area. Kickback from pinching is caused by a cut closing
and pinching the upper side of the guide bar. Study your cut and make
sure it will open as you cut through. Maintain control when the engine is
running by always keeping a fi rm grip on the chain saw with your right
hand on the rear handle, your left hand on the front handle and your
thumbs and fi ngers encircling the handles. Always hold the chain saw
with both hands during operation and cut at high engine speed.
Follow manufacturer's sharpening and maintenance instructions
for the saw chain. The lack of this maintenance may increase the
possibility of kickback.
according to recommended
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