English CONTENTS GENERAL POWER TOOL SAFETY WARNINGS ..........2 CAUTION ON LITHIUM-ION BATTERY ............5 REGARDING LITHIUM-ION BATTERY TRANSPORTATION ......6 PRECAUTIONS FOR CORDLESS CLEANER ..........7 SYMBOLS ......................8 SPECIFICATIONS ..................8 STANDARD ACCESSORIES .................9 APPLICATIONS ....................9 BATTERY REMOVAL / INSTALLATION ............9 CHARGING ....................10 PRIOR TO OPERATION ................10 HOW TO USE ....................11 EMPTYING THE DUST CASE ..............13 MAINTENANCE AND INSPECTION ............13...
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English Electrical safety a) Power tool plugs must match the outlet. Never modify the plug in any way. Do not use any adapter plugs with earthed (grounded) power tools. Unmodifi ed plugs and matching outlets will reduce risk of electric shock. b) Avoid body contact with earthed or grounded surfaces, such as pipes, radiators, ranges and refrigerators.
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English g) If devices are provided for the connection of dust extraction and collection facilities, ensure these are connected and properly used. Use of dust collection can reduce dust-related hazards. Power tool use and care a) Do not force the power tool. Use the correct power tool for your application. The correct power tool will do the job better and safer at the rate for which it was designed.
English Service a) Have your power tool serviced by a qualifi ed repair person using only identical replacement parts. This will ensure that the safety of the power tool is maintained. CAUTION Keep children and infi rm persons away. When not in use, tools should be stored out of reach of children and infi rm persons. CAUTION ON LITHIUM-ION BATTERY To extend the lifetime, the lithium-ion battery equips with the protection function to stop the output.
English 10. Do not use in a location where strong static electricity generates. 11. If there is battery leakage, foul odor, heat generated, discolored or deformed, or in any way appears abnormal during use, recharging or storage, immediately remove it from the equipment or battery charger, and stop use. CAUTION If liquid leaking from the battery gets into your eyes, do not rub your eyes and wash them well with fresh clean water such as tap water and contact a doctor...
English PRECAUTIONS FOR CORDLESS CLEANER Always charge the battery at a temperature of 0°C – 40°C. A temperature of less than 0°C will result in over charging which is dangerous. The battery cannot be charged at a temperature higher than 40°C. The most suitable temperature for charging is that of 20°C –...
English 15. When you drop or bump the appliance accidentally, check for breakage, crack, or deformation in the appliance. Breakage, crack or deformation may cause injuries. 16. When the appliance is out of condition or emits abnormal sound during use, immediately turn off...
English STANDARD ACCESSORIES In addition to the main unit (1 unit), the package contains the accessories listed in the below. Table 1 R18DSAL Flooring Nozzle Crevice Nozzle Extension Pipe (With Nozzle Holder) Nozzle Holder Standard accessories are subject to change without notice. APPLICATIONS ○...
English CHARGING For rechargeable batteries, please charge in according to the Battery handling instructions of the charger which you are using. (Fig. 5) Charger Fig. 5 PRIOR TO OPERATION Setting up and checking the work environment Check if the work environment is suitable by following the precautions. Mounting and dismounting the fi...
English (4) Install the fi lter (Fig. 9) Protruding Fit the fi lter over the fi lter holder. Marks (5) Install the pre-fi lter (Fig. 10) 1 Align the When installing the pre fi lter, press the protruding housing on with the projections in a horizontal marks position.
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English Attach the nozzle (Fig. 13) Depending on the operation, insert the nozzle to the intake port of the appliance. The appliance can be used without a nozzle. NOTE When attaching the nozzle or extension pipe, insert as you twist in the direction indicated by the arrow.
English EMPTYING THE DUST CASE CAUTION ○ To prevent accidents, make sure the power is switched off and remove the Remove rechargeable battery from the appliance. ○ Do not subject the dust case to strong impacts Dust Case as this may cause deformation or damage. Housing ○...
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English NOTE ○ Do not use gasoline, thinner, benzene or kerosene as they can melt plastic. ○ Do not use an air gun or similar tool to clean the pre fi lter, fi lter or the appliance itself. (Fig. 19) Doing so could push dirt into the appliance and cause malfunction.
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In the operation and maintenance of power tools, the safety regulations and standards prescribed in each country must be observed. Important notice on the batteries for the Hitachi cordless power tools Please always use one of our designated genuine batteries. We cannot guarantee the safety and performance of our cordless power tool when used with batteries other than these designated by us, or when the battery is disassembled and modifi...
English TROUBLESHOOTING Use the inspections in the table below if the tool does not operate normally. If this does not remedy the problem, consult your dealer or the Hitachi Authorized Service Center. Symptom Possible cause Remedy Tool doesn’t run No remaining battery power Charge the battery.
English SELECTING ACCESSORIES Select accessories that are suited to a specifi c task. For details contact Hitachi Authorized Service Center. UC18YSL3 Part Number: 329897 18 V (Li-ion) (14.4 V - 18 V) Battery cover Battery Charger Part Number: 332714 Part Number: 332712...