Operating Instructions - Metabo KB 6875 Operating Instructions Manual

Operating Instructions

Dear Customer,
Thank you for the trust you have placed in us by buying a Metabo power tool. Each Metabo power tool
is carefully tested and subject to strict quality controls by Metabo's quality assurance. Nevertheless, the
service life of a power tool depends to a great extent on you. Please observe the information contained
in these instructions and the enclosed documentation. The more carefully you treat your Metabo power
tool, the longer it will provide dependable service.
Contents
1 Conformity Declaration
2 Specified Use
3 General Safety Instructions
4 Special Safety Instructions
5 Overview
6 Special Product Features
7 Commissioning
8 Use
8.1 Cutting Direction
8.2 Dipping Depth of the Punch
8.3 Switching On and Off
8.4 Cutting Operation
8.5 Cuts to a Template Fixed on the
Workpiece
9 Maintenance
9.1 Re-sharpening and Replacing the
Punch
9.2 Replacing the Die
9.3 Carbon Brushes
10 Accessories
11 Repairs
12 Environmental Protection
13 Technical Specifications
1 Conformity Declaration
We, being solely responsible, hereby declare that
this product conforms to the standards and direc-
tives specified on page 2.
2 Specified Use
The machine is suitable for burr-free parting,
notching and recessing of all types of sheet metal
without deformation of the material, and for
punching plastics suitable for this purpose
(appropriate thickness).
The user bears sole responsibility for damage
caused by improper use.
Generally accepted accident prevention regula-
tions and the enclosed safety information must be
observed.
3 General Safety Instructions
WARNING – Reading the operating
instructions will reduce the risk of injury.
WARNING Read all safety warnings and
instructions. Failure to follow all safety
warnings and instructions may result in electric
shock, fire and/or serious injury.
Keep all safety instructions and information for
future reference.
Before using the power tool, carefully read through
and familiarise yourself with all the enclosed safety
information and the Operating Instructions. Keep
all enclosed documentation for future reference,
and pass on your power tool only together with this
documentation.
4 Special Safety Instructions
For your own protection and for the
protection of your power tool pay atten-
tion to all parts of the text that are
marked with this symbol!
Pull the plug out of the plug socket before any
adjustments or servicing are performed.
Avoid inadvertent starts: always switch the tool off
when the plug is removed from the mains socket or
if there has been a power cut.
Wear ear protectors. Exposure to noise can cause
loss of hearing.
Always wear protective goggles, gloves, and sturdy
shoes when working with this tool.
Secure the workpiece, e.g. using clamps.
Keep hands away from the cutting area.
Always switch on the machine before offering up to
the workpiece.
ENGLISH
ENG
9