Rotary Hammer Model DH 38MS Handling instructions Note: Before using this Electric Power Tool, carefully read through these HANDLING INSTRUCTIONS to ensure efficient, safe operation. It is recommended that these INSTRUCTIONS be kept readily available as an important reference when using this power tool.
Carrying power tools with your fi nger on the switch or GENERAL POWER TOOL SAFETY WARNINGS energising power tools that have the switch on invites accidents. WARNING d) Remove any adjusting key or wrench before Read all safety warnings and all instructions. turning the power tool on.
4. Do not touch the bit during or immediately after operation. ROTARY HAMMER SAFETY WARNINGS The bit becomes very hot during operation and could cause serious burns. 1. Wear ear protectors. 5. Before starting to break, chip or drill into a wall, fl oor or Exposure to noise can cause hearing loss.
4. How to install tool 8. Asphalt cutting (Hammering) NOTE For tools such as a bull point and a cold chisel, use only Hitachi genuine parts. (1) Clean, then smear the tool shank with the grease or (1) Cutter machine oil (Fig. 1).
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3. When drilling at “rotation + hammering”: Front cap CAUTION If you switch the selector lever during motor rotation, the tool can start to rotate abruptly, resulting in unexpected accidents. Be sure to switch the selector lever when the motor is at a complete stop. (1) Switching to “rotation + hammering”...
NOTE CAUTION Turn the selector lever (do not push the button) to check When the warming up operation is performed, hold the if it is completely locked and make sure that it does not side handle and the main body securely with both hands turn.
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Front cap Drill chuck Part of SDS max shank Grip Chuck adapter Fig. 12 (3) Drilling (a) Even if you apply more-than-required pressure to the machine body, drilling can never be performed as quickly as you expect. Applying more force or Fig.
(Fig. 17) Core bit Core bit shank Fig. 19 NOTE The Hitachi Electric Hammer Grease A is of the low viscosity type. If necessary purchase from an Hitachi Authorized Service Center. Fig. 17 MAINTENANCE AND INSPECTION ○ Remove the core bit shank from the rotary hammer, hold the core bit with one hand, and strongly strike the head 1.
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ITEM ITEM PART NAME Q’TY PART NAME Q’TY HITACHI LABEL FRONT CAP SEAL LOCK HEX. SOCKET HD. BOLT M5×16 GRIP CRANK COVER STOPPER RING CYLINDER O-RING (B) NEEDLE HOLDER CRANK CASE RETAINER SPRING SEAL PACKING SPRING HOLDER (A) RETAINING RING FOR D10 SHAFT...
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