Operating Instructions - Metabo STE 75 Quick Operating Instructions Manual

Operating Instructions

Dear Customer,
Many thanks for the confidence you have shown in us with the purchase of your new Metabo
power tool. Every Metabo power tool is carefully tested and is subjected to the strict quality
controls of the Metabo Quality Assurance section. However, the service life of any power tool is to
a great degree dependent on yourself as the user. Please take account of the information
contained in these Operating Instructions and the accompanying documents. The more care you
exercise in handling your Metabo power tool, the longer will be the reliable service it provides for
you.
Contents
1 Declaration of Compliance
2 Proper Use
3 General Safety Instructions
4 Special Safety Instructions
5 Overview
6 Initial Use
7 Operation
8 Hints and Tips
9 Maintenance
10 Accessories
10.1 Fitting the circle-cutting and rip guide
10.2 Bevel cuts with the rip guide
11 Repairs
12 Environmental Protection
13 Technical Specifications
1 Declaration of Compliance
Under our own responsibility, we hereby
declare that this product complies with the
standards or standard-setting documents listed
on page 2.
2 Proper Use
The jig saw is designed for sawing non-ferrous
metals and sheet steel, wood and similar
materials, and plastics and similar materials.
Use for any other purpose is prohibited.
The operator bears sole responsibility for any
damage caused by inappropriate use.
The generally recognised accident prevention
regulations and the accompanying safety
instructions must be observed.
3 General Safety Instructions
WARNING - Reading the operating
instructions will reduce the risk of injury.
WARNING Read all safety warnings
and all instructions. Failure to follow the
warnings and instructions may result in electric
shock, fire and/or serious injury.
Save all warnings and instructions for
future reference.
Before using this power tool, carefully read
through and familiarise yourself with all the
enclosed safety information and the
instructions. Keep all enclosed documentation
for future reference, and pass on your power
tool only together with this documentation.
4 Special Safety Instructions
Pay particular attention to the parts
of the text marked with this symbol
for your own safety and the
protection of your power tool.
Hold the power tool only on the insulated
gripping surfaces when performing tasks
where the cutting accessory could hit
concealed power lines. Cutting accessory
contacting a "live" wire may also energise
metal parts of the power tool, resulting in an
electric shock.
Always wear safety goggles,
ear protectors, protective
gloves and heavy-duty
footwear when working with
your power tool.
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