Metabo RWE 1020 Original Instructions Manual page 9

metals, asbestos. Other known diseases are e.g.
allergic reactions, respiratory diseases. Do not let
dust enter the body.
Observe the relevant guidelines and national
regulations for your material, staff, application and
place of application (e.g. occupational health and
safety regulations, disposal).
Collect the particles generated 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
clean using a vacuum cleaner. Sweeping or
blowing stirs up dust.
- Vacuum or wash the protective clothing. Do not
blow, beat or brush.
4.1 Special safety instructions for mains
powered machines:
Pull the plug out of the socket before making any
adjustments, changing tools, maintaining or
cleaning.
Avoid unintentional starting: Always unlock the
trigger switch if the machine is unplugged or in the
event of a power failure.
4.2 Special safety instructions for cordless
machines:
Remove the battery pack from the machine before
making any adjustments, changing tools,
maintaining or cleaning.
Protect battery packs from water and
moisture!
Do not expose battery packs to fire!
Do not use faulty or deformed battery packs!
Do not open battery packs!
Do not touch contacts or short-circuit battery packs!
A slightly acidic, flammable fluid may leak
from defective Li-ion battery packs!
If battery fluid leaks out and comes into
contact with your skin, rinse immediately
with plenty of water. If battery fluid leaks out
and comes into contact with your eyes, wash them
with clean water and seek medical attention
immediately!
Transport of li-ion battery packs:
The shipping of li-ion battery pack is subject to laws
related to the carriage of hazardous goods (UN
3480 and UN 3481). Inform yourself of the currently
valid specifications when shipping li-ion battery
packs. If necessary, consult your freight forwarder.
Certified packaging is available from Metabo.
- Only send the battery pack if the housing is intact
and no fluid is leaking. Remove the battery pack
from the machine for sending. Prevent the
contacts from short-circuiting (e.g. by protecting
them with adhesive tape).
5. Overview
See page 2.
1 Spindle
2 Thumb-wheel for gear selection *
3 Trigger switch
4 Locking button for continuous activation *
5 Speed preselection wheel *
6 Handles
7 Locking button
8 Battery pack release button *
9 Capacity indicator button *
10 Capacity and signal indicator *
11 Battery pack*
* depending on the model / features
6. Commissioning
6.1 For mains powered machines only
Before plugging in, check that the rated mains
voltage and mains frequency, as stated on the
rating label, match with your power supply.
Always install an RCD with a maximum trip
current of 30 mA upstream
6.2 For cordless machines only
Battery pack
Charge the battery pack before use (11).
If performance diminishes, recharge the battery
pack.
Instructions on charging the battery pack can be
found in the operating instructions of the Metabo
charger.
"Li-Power, LiHD" lithium-ion battery packs have a
capacity and signal indicator (10):
- Press the (9) button, the LEDs indicate the charge
level.
- If one LED is flashing, the battery pack is almost
flat and must be recharged.
Removing and inserting the battery pack
Remove: Press the battery pack release button (8)
and remove battery pack (11).
To insert: Slide the battery pack (11) in until it
engages.
7. Use
7.1 Tool change
Attach the stirrer:
Screw the stirrer by hand into the spindle (1).
Remove the tool:
Hold the spindle (1) using an open-ended wrench
and fix the stirrer using a second open-ended
wrench.
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