Operation - Hilti TE 7-A Operating Instructions Manual

CAUTION A falling battery may present a risk of
2.
injury to yourself or others.
Check that the battery is seated securely in the
power tool.
6.4 Removing the battery 3
1. Press both battery release buttons.
2. Pull the battery out of the power tool toward the
en
rear.
6.5 Transport and storage of battery packs
Pull the battery pack out of the locked position (working
position) and move it into the first click-stop position
(transport position).
If you disconnect a battery pack from the power tool
for transport or storage, make sure that the contacts of
the battery pack are not short-circuited. Remove loose
metal parts such as screws, nails, clamps, loose screw
bits, wires or metal swarf from the case, toolbox or
transport container, or prevent these parts from coming
into contact with the battery packs.
Observe national and international transport regulations
when shipping battery packs (transportation by road, rail,
sea or air).

7 Operation

CAUTION
In the event of the drill bit sticking, the power tool will
pivot about its own axis. Always use the power tool with
the side handle fitted and hold it securely with both hands
so that the resulting opposing force causes the slip clutch
to release in the event of the drill bit sticking. Use clamps
or a vice to hold the workpiece securely.
7.1 Preparing for use
7.1.1 Fitting the insert tool 5
CAUTION
Wear protective gloves when changing the insert tool.
1. Set the forward / reverse switch to the middle posi-
tion or remove the battery from the power tool.
2. Check that the connection end of the insert tool is
clean and lightly greased. Clean it and grease it if
necessary.
3. Check that the sealing lip of the dust shield is clean
and in good condition. Clean the dust shield if ne-
cessary or replace it if the sealing lip is found to be
damaged (please refer to the "Care and mainten-
ance" section).
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6.6 Fitting the side handle 4
CAUTION
Remove the depth gauge from the side handle in order
to avoid injury.
1. Set the forward / reverse switch to the middle posi-
tion or remove the battery from the power tool.
2. Release the side handle clamping band by turning
the handle counterclockwise.
3. Slide the side handle clamping band over the chuck
and onto the cylindrical section at the front end of
the power tool.
4. Pivot the side handle into the desired position.
5. Secure the side handle by turning the grip clockwise.
6.7 Use of the belt adapter
NOTE
The working weight of the power tool can be reduced by
fitting an accessory belt adapter. The battery cannot be
charged by way of the belt adapter.
NOTE
The belt adapter cannot be used in conjunction with
Li‑ion batteries.
Observe the instructions given in the section "Safety
rules" on safe use of the belt adapter.
4. Push the insert tool into the chuck and rotate it while
applying slight pressure until it engages in the guide
grooves.
5. Push the insert tool further into the chuck until it is
heard to engage.
6. Check that the insert tool has engaged correctly by
pulling it.
7.1.2 Adjusting the depth gauge 6
1. Release the side handle clamping band by turning
the handle counterclockwise.
2. Pivot the side handle into the desired position.
3. Adjust the depth gauge to the desired drilling depth.
4. Tighten the side handle securely by turning the
grip section. This also clamps the depth gauge in
position.
7.1.3 Removing the insert tool 7
CAUTION
Wear protective gloves when changing insert tools as the
insert tool will get hot during use.
1. Set the forward / reverse switch to the middle posi-
tion or remove the battery from the power tool.
2. Open the chuck by pulling back the chuck release
sleeve.
3. Pull the insert tool out of the chuck.