Metabo BE 18 LTX 6 Original Instructions Manual page 9

Original Instructions
1. Declaration of Conformity
We, being solely responsible, hereby declare that
these drills, identified by type and serial number *1),
meet all relevant requirements of directives *2) and
standards *3). Technical documents for *4) - see
page 3.
2. Specified Use
The drills are suitable for non-impact drilling in
metal, wood, plastic and similar materials.
Furthermore, the machine is suitable for thread
tapping and screwdriving.
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 Instructions
For your own protection and for the
protection of your power tool, pay
attention to all parts of the text that are
marked with this symbol!
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.
Pass on your power tool only together with these
documents.
4. Special Safety Instructions
Use the side handle(s), supplied with the tool.
Loss of control can cause personal injury.
Mains powered machines: hold the power tool
by the insulated gripping surfaces when
performing an operation during which the
cutting accessory may come into contact with
hidden wiring or its own cord. A cutting
accessory contacting a "live" wire may make
exposed metal parts of the power tool "live" and
could give the operator an electric shock.
Cordless machines: hold the power tool by the
insulated gripping surfaces, when performing
an operation during which the cutting
accessory may contact hidden wiring. A cutting
accessory contacting a "live" wire may make
exposed metal parts of the power tool "live" and
could give the operator an electric shock.
Ensure that the place where you wish to work is free
of power cables, gas lines or water pipes (e.g.
check using a metal detector).
Smaller workpieces must be secured in such a way
that they are not carried along with the tool (e.g. by
clamping in a vice or on a work bench with screw
clamps).
Keep hands away from the rotating tool! Remove
chips and similar material only with the machine at
a standstill.
High forces are released if the tool jams or catches.
Always hold the machine with both hands by the
intended handles, take a secure stance and
concentrate on the work.
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.
Reducing dust exposure:
Some of the dust created using this power tool
may contain substances known to cause
cancer, allergic reaction, respiratory disease, birth
defects or other reproductive harm. Some
examples of these substances are: lead (from lead-
based paints), crystalline silica (from bricks cement,
etc.), additives for wood treatment (chromate, wood
preservative), some types of wood (like oak and
beech dust), metals, asbestos.
The risk from exposure to such substances will
depend on how long the user or nearby persons are
being exposed.
Do not let particles enter the body.
To reduce exposure to these substances: work in a
well ventilated area and wear protective equipment,
such as dust masks that are specially designed to
filter out microscopic particles.
Observe the relevant guidelines for your material,
staff, application and place of application (e.g.
occupational health and safety regulations,
disposal).
Collect the generated particles at the source, avoid
deposits in the surrounding area.
Use suitable accessories for special work. In this
way, fewer particles enter the environment in an
uncontrolled manner.
Use a suitable extraction unit.
Reduce dust exposure with the following measures:
- Do not direct the escaping particles and the
exhaust air stream at yourself or nearby persons
or on dust deposits.
- Use an extraction unit and/or air purifiers.
- Ensure good ventilation of the workplace and
keep it clean using a vacuum cleaner. Sweeping
or blowing stirs up dust.
- Vacuum or wash protective clothing. Do not blow,
beat or brush.
4.1 Special safety instructions for mains
powered machines:
Avoid inadvertent starts by always unlocking the
switch when the plug is removed from the mains
socket or whenever the power fails.
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