Metabo BE 18 LTX 6 Original Instructions Manual page 11

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:
Avoid inadvertent starts by always unlocking the
switch when the plug is removed from the mains
socket or whenever the power fails.
Pull the plug out of the socket before making any
adjustments, changing tools, carrying out
maintenance or cleaning.
4.2 Special safety instructions for cordless
machines:
Avoid inadvertent starts by making sure that the
machine is switched off before fitting the battery
pack.
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!
LED lights (10): Do not observe the LED radiation
directly with optical instruments.
If the machine is defective, remove the battery pack
from the machine.
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 Futuro Top * keyless chuck
2 Side handle/Additional handle with vibration
damping
3 Thumb-wheel for gear selection *
4 Rotation selector switch
5 Speed preselection wheel *
6 Trigger switch
7 Locking button for continuous activation
8 Handle
9 Keyless chuck Futuro Plus *
10 LED lights *
11 Battery pack release button *
12 Belt hook *
13 Battery pack *
14 Capacity and signal indicator *
15 Capacity indicator button *
* depending on the model / features
6. Commissioning
6.1 Assembly of the side handle (2)
For safety reasons, always use the additional
handle supplied.
- Open the clamping ring by turning the side handle
(2) counter-clockwise.
- Push the additional handle onto the collar of the
machine.
- Only for BE 600/13-2: Advance the side handle
until it can be twisted. Then pull it back into
position at the required angle.
- Tighten the side handle pulling firmly.
6.2 For mains powered machines only
Before plugging in, check that the rated mains
voltage and mains frequency, as stated on the
type plate match your power supply.
Always install an RCD with a maximum trip
current of 30 mA upstream.
6.3 For cordless machines only
Battery pack
Charge the battery pack (13) before use.
If performance diminishes, recharge the battery
pack.
The ideal storage temperature is between 10°C and
30°C.
Li-Ion battery packs "Li-Power" have a capacity and
signal indicator (14):
- Press the button (15), the LEDs indicate the
charge level.
- If one LED is flashing, the battery pack is almost
flat and must be recharged.
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