Metabo BHE 2243 Original Instructions Manual page 7

Original instructions
1. Declaration of Conformity
We declare under our sole responsibility: These
rotary hammers, identified by type and serial
number *1), comply with all relevant requirements of
the directives *2) and standards *3). Technical file
at *4) - see page 3.
2. Specified Conditions of Use
In conjunction with the appropriate accessories, this
rotary hammer drill is suitable for impact drilling and
chiselling (KHE 2443 only) into concrete, stone and
other such materials, into brickwork with drill bits,
and non-impact drilling into metal, wood etc. and for
driving screws.
The user bears sole responsibility for any damage
caused by inappropriate use.
Generally accepted accident prevention
regulations and the enclosed safety information
must be observed.
3. General Safety Information
For your own protection and for the
protection of your electrical tool, pay
attention to all parts of the text that are
marked with this symbol!
WARNING – Reading the operating instruc-
tions will reduce the risk of injury.
WARNING Read all safety warnings and
instructions. Failure to follow all safety warn-
ings and instructions may result in electric shock,
fire and/or serious injury.
Keep all safety instructions and information for
future reference.
Pass on your electrical tool only together with these
documents.
4. Special Safety Information
Wear ear protectors. Exposure to noise can cause
loss of hearing.
Use the additional handle supplied with the
tool. Loss of control can lead to injuries.
Hold the power tool by the insulated gripping
surfaces when performing an operation where
the cutting accessory may contact hidden
wiring or its own cord. Cutting accessory
contacting a "live" wire may also energise metal
parts of the power tool, resulting in an electric
shock.
Always hold the machine with both hands using the
handles provided, stand securely and concentrate.
Always wear protective goggles, gloves, and sturdy
shoes when working with this tool.
Ensure that the spot where you wish to work is
free of power cables, gas lines or water pipes
(e.g. using a metal detector).
Metabo S-automatic safety clutch.
When the safety clutch responds, switch off the
machine immediately! If the tool jams or catches,
the power supply to the motor is restricted. Due to
the strong force which can arise, always hold the
machine with both hands using the handles
provided, stand securely and concentrate.
Avoid inadvertent starts by always unlocking the
switch when the plug is removed from the mains
socket or in case of a power cut.
Do not touch the rotating tool!
Remove chips and similar material only with the
machine at standstill.
Caution must be exercised when driving screws into
hard materials (driving screws with metric or
imperial threads into steel)! The screw head may
break or a high reverse torque may build up on the
handle.
Pull the plug out of the plug socket before any
adjustments or servicing are performed.
Dust from material such as paint containing lead,
some wood species, minerals and metal may be
harmful. Contact with or inhalation of the dust may
cause allergic reactions and/or respiratory diseases
to the operator or bystanders.
Certain kinds of dust are classified as carcinogenic
such as oak and beech dust especially in
conjunction with additives for wood conditioning
(chromate, wood preservative). Material containing
asbestos must only be treated by specialists.
- Where the use of a dust extraction device is
possible it shall be used.
- The work place must be well ventilated.
- The use of a dust mask of filter class P2 is
recommended.
Follow national requirements for the materials you
want to work with.
5. Overview
See page 2.
1 Side handle
2 Tool lock
3 Depth stop
4 Rotation selector switch
5 Lock button
6 Trigger
7 Stop
8 Control knob
6. Start of Operation
Before plugging in check to see that the
rated mains voltage and mains frequency,
as stated on the rating label, match with your
power supply.
ENGLISH en
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