12 Aligning the blade direction with the grain of the wood, cut step by step until a window hole is cut in the center of the lumber. (Fig. 12) (2) In other materials When cutting a window hole in materials other than lumber, initially bore a hole with a drill or similar tool from which to start cutting. 6. Angular cuttingThe base can be swiveled to both sides by up to Base 45° for angular cutting. (Fig. 13) (1) Loosen the base bolt by allen wrench attached on base and move the base fully forward. (Fig. 8, 9) (2) Align the scale (from 0 degrees to 45 degrees by 15-degree increments) of the semi-circular part of the base with the [ ] mark on the gear cover. (Fig. 14) (3) Tighten the M5 bolt again. (Fig. 9) (4) Set the orbital position to “0”. NOTE: Angular cutting can not be done when Scale part adopting chip cover or dust collector. Fig. 14 Fig. 13 CONCERNING CUTTING OF STAINLESS STEEL PLATES When used with the No. 97 blade, can cut stainless steel plates. Note the following to adjus the unit. CAUTION . In order to prevent blade dislodging, damage or excessive wear on the Plunger, please make sure to have surface of the base plate attached to the work piece while sawing. When cutting stainless steel plates, adjust the unit as described below: 1. Adjust the speed Blade Thickness of material Dial Scale Middle groove position No. 97 1/16" – 5/32" (1.5 mm – 2.5 mm) between scales “2” and “3” NOTE: Dial scale reading is for reference only. The higher the speed is, the quicker the material is cut. But the service life of the blade will be reduced in this case. When the speed is too low, cutting will take longer, although the service life will be prolonged. Make adjustments as desired. English 2. Set the orbital position to “0” NOTE: When cutting use cutting fluid (oil base cutting fluid) to prolong the blade’s service life. SELECTION OF BLADES 0 Accessory blades To ensure maximum operating efficiency and results, it is very important to select the appropriate blade best suited to the type and thickness of the material to be cut. Three types of blades are provided as standard accessories. The blade number is engraved in the vicinity of the mounting portion of each blade. Select appropriate blades by referring to Table 1 (page 14). HOUSING THE ALLEN WRENCH wrench 0 It is possible to house the axiliary allen wrench on the base (see Fig. 15). CONNECTING WITH CLEANER By connecting with cleaner (sold separately) through dust collection adapter and adapter (sold separately), most of dust can be collected. Base Fig. 15 (1) Remove the allen wrench from the base. (2) Move the base fully forward. (Fig. 9, 10) (3) Connect the dust collection adapter with adapter. (Fig. 16) (4) Connect the adapter with the nose of cleaner. (Fig. 16) (5) Insert dust collection adapter into the rear hole of the base until the hook catches in the notch. (Fig. 17) (6) Press the hook to remove the dust collection adapter. Fig. 16 adapter Notch Cleaner IIIAllen Dust collection Adapter Base Nose Adapter Hook Dust collection adapter Base Nose Rear hole Fig. 17 English MAINTENANCE AND INSPECTION WARNING: Be sure to switch power OFF and disconnect the plug from the receptacle during maintenance and inspection. 1. Inspecting the blade Continued use of a dull or damaged blade will result in reduced cutting efficiency and may cause overloading of the motor. Replace the blade with a new one as soon as excessive abrasion is noted. 2. 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. WARNING: Using this Jig Saw with loosen screws is extremely dangerous. 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. Service and repairs All quality power tools will eventually require servicing or replacement of parts because of wear from normal use. To assure that only authorized replacement parts will be used, all service and repairs must be performed by a HITACHI AUTHORIZED SERVICE CENTER, ONLY. 5. Service parts list CAUTION: Repair, modification and inspection of Hitachi Power Tools must be carried out by an 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. MODIFICATIONS: Hitachi Power Tools are constantly being improved and modified to incorporate the latest technological advancements. Accordingly, some parts may be changed without prior notice. Table 1 List of appropriate blades No. 1(Long) Blade MaterialNo. 1(Super Long) No. 11No. 12No. 15No. 16No. 21No. 22No. 31No. 41No. 97 English to be cutMaterial Thickness of material: inch ( mm) quality General...